Do you have a manager, agent or representative who helps you sign or close deals? Why or why not? If you do have one, how did you find them and how did you know they were the right one for you? These are some of the questions we asked some very talented folks from the community and we’ve shared their responses below.

Jeffrey Dale Lofton

“It’s easier to get elected to the United States Senate than it is to get a literary agent,” opined, well, any number of published authors and industry pundits when I found myself with a novel in hand and—at least at the start—not a clue what to do next. Read more>>

Bruce Chandler II

I signed with Grace Musicians Group a little over a year ago & my opportunities have grown so much by gaining new connections in the music industry with venues & different companies. I think my agent Brian signed with me because he knew I had the knowledge & the drive to get where I wanted to go & with him and his company behind me I know I can achieve all of my dreams as being a professional drummer & make this a career. Read more>>

Moe McCoy

At this time I manage my own social media as well as others. Read more>>

Karly Wilson

My business is social media and I’ve developed a strategy working with local businesses and non-profits to help spread awareness in a relatable way. It’s an interesting question about hiring a team or company to manage your socials. I’ve managed accounts, consulted and partnered in many different ways but the truth is, no one knows your business like you do. Instead of the traditional account management, I work with a business to create the content for their pages + boost the important promos, events, milestones, giveaways on my page for maximum exposure. Read more>>