OSA International has announced the expansion of its executive team with the appointment of industry veteran Bobby Allen as vice president of entertainment, focused on growing the company’s touring division.
“I am very excited that Bobby decided to join the OSA family. Our paths have crossed many times, and I was fortunate to meet and really get to know him at the Live Production Summit a couple years ago,” explains Mario Educate, OSA International’s founder and CEO. “His wealth of knowledge and dedication will allow us to continue to grow in the right direction.”
A longstanding member of New York’s IATSE Local One Stagehands, Allen began his career more than 30 years ago as a rigger and carpenter, ultimately working in every aspect of the event and live entertainment worlds. His resume also includes work on Broadway shows such as The Lion King and The Phantom of The Opera as well as touring with acts such as Andrea Bocelli, Britney Spears, Usher, and Jay Z.
“The live entertainment and event business has changed so much over the years but the one constant will always be delivering a great show,” says Allen. “Every change throughout my career has brought new challenges and I’m looking forward to working with the OSA team on expanding its already impressive portfolio of shows, as well as identifying new opportunities to meet audiences’ ever evolving expectations.”
