Tim Hayes

Tim Hayes is a highly experienced producer with over 25 years in the industry, having managed and produced more than 1,000 events worldwide for prominent organizations such as The Walt Disney Company, Netflix, ESPN, and many others.

He has an extensive background in live TV production, contributing over 12,000 hours of content for major networks like ABC, NBC, and ESPN, as well as organizing consumer events for renowned brands such as PepsiCo, AT&T, and State Farm.

Some of Tim's notable achievements include overseeing the IPO for Netflix, managing the official Olympic Games Remote Broadcast Production Village in Vancouver, and leading the launches of various products like the Nintendo SWITCH and Hummer H2.

Aside from his remarkable production work, Tim has also been actively involved in supporting NGOs, political figures, and Fortune 500 companies in organizing high-profile gatherings globally, earning recognition like being inducted into the 'American Event Producers Hall of Fame' for his lifetime contributions.

In 2014, Tim founded the successful short hop air carrier, Gotham Air, which was later acquired by a leading private equity firm, showcasing his entrepreneurial acumen and innovation in the travel industry.

Currently, Tim's focus in 2022 revolves around providing production and fundraising support to NGOs, elected officials, and political candidates in the US while also serving as a race director for various clients worldwide.

His educational background includes studies in Executive Development - International Negotiations at the University of Pennsylvania's Wharton School and a BA in Business Administration/Theatre from the University of Illinois Urbana-Champaign.

Tim's career has seen him holding various significant roles such as Executive Producer for the Concert for Human Rights at Amnesty International, Director Studio Operations & Special Events at The Walt Disney Company/ABC, and Owner of ProductionsNewYork.com.

His diverse professional experience also includes positions at renowned organizations like Jack Morton Worldwide, CBGB, and Live Nation Entertainment, further solidifying his expertise in event production and management.