Gary Payne

Gary Payne has extensive experience in operations and finance, currently serving as Chief Operating & Finance Officer at The Irvine Barclay Theatre since June 2001. Prior to this role, Gary held various positions in the real estate sector, including Realtor at FirstTeam Real Estate from January 2005 to December 2013. Earlier experience includes serving as President & CFO of Influence Media and Director of Operations & Finance at QuickStart Technologies, with a notable tenure at Evernet Education Services as President, CEO, and CFO from 1995 to 1998. Gary started a career at Control Data Systems as Divisional Control & Operational Manager from March 1991 to January 1995. Gary holds a BA in Economics from the University of Washington, obtained in 1986.