Andrew Kalakailo

Andrew Kalakailo has a diverse work experience in event management and production roles. Andrew started their career in 2005 as an Independent Contractor at Audrey Joseph Presents and worked as a Tour Manager at Legacy Marketing Partners from 2005 to 2006. In 2007, they joined the SFLGBT Pride Celebration Committee as a Location Manager and also founded their own company, Solid Events 360, where they served as the Principal/Entrepreneur and Principal Consultant. In 2008, they worked as the Sponsor Production Services and Site Ops at Maker Media and also served as the Production and Branding Lead at On Board Entertainment from 2008 to 2015. Andrew was also a Production Contractor at DPEM from 2008 to 2012. In 2012, they joined DaVinci Fusion Inc as a Production Lead and Set Builder. In 2016, they worked as a Tour Manager at e2k events x entertainment and as a Production Coordinator at GMR Marketing. Overall, Andrew has gained extensive experience in event management, production, and coordination throughout their career.

Andrew Kalakailo has a Bachelor of Arts (B.A.) degree in Art&Design from Michigan State University. Andrew also holds a Bachelor of Arts (B.A.) degree in Graphic Communications from the same institution. Additionally, they have obtained certifications in First Aid CPR AED from the American Heart Association's Professional Education Center. Andrew has also completed safety courses in Rough Terrain forklift safety, aerial work platform safety, and warehouse forklift safety, which were obtained through OSHA and ANSI via Cresco Equipment Rentals.