Nashville (CelebrityAccess) — Outback Presents is pleased to announce Christine Melco Ross Appointed as the company’s new senior vice president of global operations (SVP).
Based in Montreal, Canada, Melko Ross will lead Outback Presents’ Canadian operations and drive the company’s international business development and expansion strategy. Her extensive experience and strategic vision will be instrumental as Outback Presents continues to expand its global reach.
“Everyone at Outback Presents is excited to have Kristin join the team,” Inland Region Co-CEO stated Michael Smaldak. “Her extensive accomplishments and experience in comedy are critical to our global growth. We are honored to have her join us.
“I’m excited to work with Mike Smardak, Brian Dorfman and the entire Outback team.” Melco Rose added. “They have built an amazing roster of successful touring talent and have done a great job establishing themselves as the largest independent promoter in North America. Together we will elevate Outback to the global stage. We are ensuring Cherishing similar values in terms of a great audience and artist experience, I can’t wait to get started!
Melko Ross has over 35 years of experience producing and promoting thousands of comedy and music shows. She has been an integral part of Just For Laughs Group for the past 23 years, where she has worn many hats and left an indelible mark on the comedy world.
At Just For Laughs, Melko Ross was instrumental in running the renowned Montreal Music Festival, launching the Toronto Festival, and creating the company’s highly successful touring division. She has worked with comedy giants such as Jerry Seinfeld/Trevor Noah/Tom Segura/Hannah Gatsby/Bill Burr/Eliza Schlesinger/Sebastian Manisco/ Rick Mercer/Jimmy Carr/John Cleese and Eric Idleand unique events such as “The Simpsons: In the Flesh” (starring Matt Groening and The Simpsons cast) and “Ryan Reynolds, Best Efforts, Funny Conversations.”
Melco Rose’s influence extends beyond North America. She has produced and developed international festivals in Sydney, Bermuda, Mexico, London, Austin and Chicago, and regularly collaborates with major industry players.
Prior to joining Just For Laughs, Melko Ross honed his skills as a lead talent buyer for Donald K. Donald/Universal Concerts/House of Blues Concerts for the Backstreet Boys and Leonard ·Celebrity artists such as Cohen book numerous musical acts and manage tours.
Born in Lansing, Illinois and a graduate of Illinois Wesleyan University, Melko Ross began her career at Paulette Wolf Events & Entertainment in Chicago. Her extensive experience, including managing corporate hospitality for prestigious events such as the Kentucky Derby, has prepared her for a distinguished career in the entertainment industry.
