Tery Wayne

Experienced operations and administrative professional with a diverse background spanning entertainment, hospitality, finance, executive support, guest services, and creative leadership. Recognized for professionalism, adaptability, strong communication skills, and leadership in fast-paced environments. Proven success supporting leadership teams, managing operations, coordinating events, handling billing/payroll functions, and creating exceptional customer and client experiences in both corporate and entertainment settings.

Professional

Songwriter, Worship Director, and Amazon Influencer with a lifelong passion for creativity, people, leadership, and service.

Entertainment Escort • Event Operations • Event Guide - Universal Orlando Resort / Epic Universe

(2024-01)

• Support large-scale entertainment productions, guest experiences, and special events across multiple venues.
• Coordinate performer movement, event logistics, crowd management, guest relations, and operational safety.
• Recognized for professionalism, adaptability, and delivering high-quality guest experiences in fast-paced environments.

COO • A&R Director • Artist Manager • Producer - Altogether Creative Entertainment, LLC

(2016-01)

• Oversee entertainment operations, artist development, music supervision, and event coordination.
• Lead social media and eCommerce initiatives, including Amazon Influencer content creation and online brand engagement.
• Collaborate with artists, producers, venues, and entertainment partners on live events and creative productions.

Director of A&R & Events Management - MC1 Nashville / Copper Lily Records / Dark Lonesome Films

(2017-01 - 2021-12)

• Directed artist relations, auditions, rehearsals, and entertainment event operations.
• Managed staffing, scheduling, payroll coordination, reporting, and day-to-day operational oversight.
• Supported executive leadership while coordinating talent development and live entertainment events.

Patient Support Specialist (Remote) - Parallon – A Division of HCA

(2017-01 - 2018-12)

• Assisted patients and guarantors with account support, billing inquiries, and payment coordination.
• Resolved escalations and documented account activity with professionalism and empathy.

Manager, Visual Merchandising & Analytics - Market Performance Group, LLC

(2016-01 - 2017-12)

• Managed merchandising analytics, reporting, operational support, and category performance initiatives.
• Led operational coordination and team oversight in a deadline-driven environment.

Senior Financial Analyst / Budget Analyst / Procurement Analyst - Wyle

(1996-01 - 2014-12)

• Managed financial reporting, billing, budgeting, procurement support, invoice processing, and payroll coordination.
• Supported contract administration, travel coordination, and operational financial tracking.

Religious Program Specialist • Procurement & Supply Operations - United States Navy

(1984-01 - 1996-12)

• Supported senior leadership, scheduling, administration, procurement operations, and personnel coordination.
• Earned recognition for leadership, professionalism, organization, and service.