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Trusted Advisor is excited to welcome T.J. Sagen, Cast & Crew to the network! T.J. Sagen is currently the Director of Live Entertainment Sales at Cast and Crew. Previously, he was the General Manager of one of the nation’s premiere music venues, Rams Head Live, in Baltimore, Maryland. T.J. also was the event Programming Manager for the Milwaukee Bucks tasked with sourcing, pitching, negotiating, and securing live event content for Fiserv Forum and the Deer District. Sagen spent 11 years in the music industry where he was a band manager at Jeff Battaglia Management (JBM) in Chicago, most notably representing the two-time Grammy Nominated rock band Disturbed, which sold over 17 million albums worldwide along with 9 consecutive number 1 singles and 5 consecutive number one albums (joining Dave Matthews and Metallica as the only other bands to accomplish such a feat). To become a member of Trusted Advisor, visit https://lnkd.in/evPZBBYw.

Trusted Advisor is glad to welcome Boris Sharapan Fabrikant, Esq., Compass to the network! Boris is an exceptional partner when you are looking to buy or sell your property. Client after client praises his “unbelievable knowledge,” “first-class negotiating skills”, and expertise as an “inside man” in a market that can often be quite challenging. Boris is highly passionate about his work. Whether you are a seller, buyer, renter, or landlord, he seeks to build strong, lasting relationships with every client he represents, to set their mind at ease and ensure the results they deserve. He is a consummate professional. To become a member of Trusted Advisor, visit https://lnkd.in/evPZBBYw.

Had a blast in Mayfair this morning representing Sedulo Private Client, and sharing our experience working with #Film and #TV clients. Sat on a panel with legal legends Chetal Patel?from Bates Wells, and Clare McGarry from Harbottle & Lewis, as we explored the evolving landscape of working with Film and TV clients, addressing the impact of industry strikes, immigration complexities, financial uncertainty, and the proactive strategies we’re employing to navigate these challenges. Another great event from the Trusted Advisor team? - Matthew Hoffman Luisa D. ??

Trusted Advisor is proud to feature?Mitchell Schuster,?Meister Seelig & Fein?in this week's member spotlight! Mitchell Schuster, Chair of MSF’s Litigation Department, and Administrative Partner, brings over 30 years of experience and a deep understanding of the sports and entertainment industry. Named among Forbes America’s Top 200 Lawyers and featured in Variety’s Legal Impact Report and Hollywood’s Troubleshooters, Mitch is renowned for resolving complex disputes and managing high-stakes crises. ? "The Trusted Advisor community embodies the best in collaboration and innovation. Being part of a network that values excellence and forward-thinking solutions is both inspiring and rewarding,"?says Mitch.

Trusted Advisor is happy to welcome Zoe Jacob, Boodle Hatfield LLP to the network! Zoe heads Boodle Hatfield - a leading London, private wealth firm's - immigration team. She is an immigration expert with over a decade of experience advising HNW and UHW individuals and their businesses on all aspects of UK immigration, nationality and asylum law. She is known for her client-centric approach and her ability to find innovative, commercially viable solutions in unusual circumstances. She represents UHNW and HNW individuals, including many in the entertainment industry, who come to her for her track record of exceptional client service, and tangible results, when advising on complex matters, particularly those which fall outside the Immigration Rules. She has extensive experience working with individuals relocating to the UK for the purposes of investment or establishment of a UK entity. Zoe has significant experience working with the Home Office to achieve the best possible outcomes for her clients. To become a member of Trusted Advisor, visit https://lnkd.in/evPZBBYw.

Trusted Advisor is excited to welcome Neil Patel, Insignia Mortgage to the network! Neil Patel is a licensed California CPA and a licensed mortgage broker with an extensive background in tax accounting for high net worth individuals. He graduated from the University of California San Diego with a BA in Economics with an Accounting Minor. Neil’s professional experience with complex financials is an enormous benefit to clients when structuring loans for high net worth individuals looking for the right loan for their unique situation. To become a member of Trusted Advisor, visit https://lnkd.in/evPZBBYw.

Trusted Advisor is glad to welcome Todd A Dyer, Cast & Crew to the network! Todd Dyer is Vice President and Head of Live Entertainment Sales for Cast & Crew Live Entertainment, formerly known as CAPS. As the senior leader in the Live Entertainment department, Todd serves top-level sports and entertainment clients for the industry’s leading Employer of Record Payroll Services Company. With nearly 30 years’ experience as a venue operator, managed services provider, and business development executive in the sports, entertainment, convention, and special events industries, Todd has worked with an impressive list of top-level clientele, including major music festivals and concerts, world class touring acts, conventions, sporting events, and major league sports teams such as the Miami Dolphins & New England Patriots, among many others. These days, Todd supports the administrative side of crew productions for live events and festivals, venues, and touring acts by ensuring that an efficient and secure digital environment is provided for staff onboarding, timekeeping, document storage, and workers’ compensation/medical insurance—all while providing employer of record payroll services to thousands of customers in the industry. To become a member of Trusted Advisor, visit https://lnkd.in/evPZBBYw.

Zurich isn’t just a pretty backdrop for Swiss banks and immaculate streets—it’s a living, breathing hub of sports innovation and creative brilliance. I’ve been there before, wandering its quirky corners and striking up conversations with some of the most inspiring advisors you could imagine. Each visit reminds me: this city has a secret sauce that mixes old-world charm with a fresh, unfiltered take on modern business. Next week, we’re diving headfirst into the evolving world of sports. Forget the stale playbook—think cutting-edge apparel that turns heads, sponsorship strategies that break the mold, and international media titans reshaping how the game is played. Our Zurich event is all about gathering industry leaders, investors, and innovators who are rewriting the rules, all under one buzzing roof. We’ve curated an incredible lineup to get the conversation rolling: Luca Ferrari (Partner and Global Head of Sports, Withersworldwide), Robin Lingg (Chairman of the Board of Directors, Ringier Sports Media Group), Marc von Busse (CFO, Ringier Sports Media Group),?Diana Hartz (Director of Economic Development at Kanton Nidwalden), and Hadrien Perazzini (Founder of Lake38 Advisory and formerly Arsenal FC, NBA, and IMG). I’m especially excited to reconnect with our Swiss friends—and a handful of British, Italian and American advisors who know how to mix business with a little bit of magic. Trust me, if you’ve ever experienced Zurich’s vibe, you’ll know it’s the perfect place for bold ideas and unexpected collaborations. RSVP here: https://lnkd.in/dDmdDzPv Trusted Advisor

?? MANCHESTER ? Last week, we launched our first Trusted Advisor gathering in Manchester, UK. We had so much fun connecting with advisors in the sports, music and entertainment community at The Edwardian Manchester, A Radisson Collection Hotel. Special thanks to our existing members based in Manchester for welcoming us to the city and to those who travelled with us for the launch. We'll be returning regularly to develop the Manchester chapter, so please reach out if you'd like to connect with us there. #TrustedAdvisor Matthew Hoffman Olivia Sweeney Vesty Shabnam Z. Shila Nassab Bryan Holland

Trusted Advisor is happy to welcome Rhianne McIlroy, Middleton Advisors to the network! Rhianne is a property advisor and buying agent for Middleton Advisors in Central and South West London. To become a member of Trusted Advisor, visit https://lnkd.in/evPZBBYw.