Dave Britt

About Dave Britt

With over 18 years of experience in festival and event management, I specialize in delivering impactful live-event experiences that bring communities together. As Event Director for St. Pat\'s in Five Points, I focus on strategic planning, sponsorship acquisition, budget management, and vendor relations to ensure the success of one of the Southeast’s largest street festivals. Through my work with Solid Entertainment Group, I provide comprehensive festival production services, including logistics, site planning, and entertainment booking for regional events such as the Rosewood Crawfish Festival. As an adjunct professor at the University of South Carolina, I integrate practical experience into the classroom by guiding students in festival planning and live-event production. My mission is to foster innovation and efficiency in live entertainment while mentoring the next generation of industry leaders.

Experience

1. Event Director St Pat\'s in Five Points Festival

   Five Points Association

   Sep 2022 — Present · Columbia, SC, US

   Directed strategic planning and execution for the St. Pat\'s in Five Points Festival, enhancing event visibility. • Managed sponsorship acquisition, fostering partnerships that supported festival growth and community engagement. • Oversaw budget management and vendor relations, ensuring operational efficiency and successful event delivery.

Education

• Midlands Technical College

  Associate of Arts (A.A.)

• University of South Carolina

  Master's degree, Hospitality Administration/Management

• Midlands Technical College

  Associate of Arts - AA

• University of South Carolina

  BA, English

  2007

Skills

• Nonprofits
• Sponsorship
• Marketing
• Social Networking
• Public Relations
• Media Relations
• Music Industry
• Social Media
• Music
• Event Management
• Fundraising
• Copywriting
• Press Releases
• Entertainment
• Event Planning