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March is rolling in like a buzzing hive of activity, and we’re keeping up with the B’s— TrailBLAZING Badass Women , Blackbird Studios , and having your BACK with All Access On Site ramping up, there’s plenty to dive into! Trailblazers and Badassery in Live Events: This month, we’re shining a spotlight on a few of the incredible women who are shaping the live events industry—past, present, and future. Last month, we proudly introduced you to the powerhouse women on our bo

If you’ve ever worked in live events, you know the magic isn’t just in the spotlight. It’s in the late nights, the early mornings, the load-ins, and the long hauls. It’s in the people—the road warriors, the engineer wizards, the unsung heroes who make every show happen. For 14 years, Touring Career Workshop (TCW) has been a lifeline for those people, offering support, resources, and mentorship to touring professionals navigating the unpredictable world of live entertainment.

The start of a fresh new year allows us to take a moment and reflect on the past, and it’s hard not to feel overwhelmed with gratitude for 2024. This year has been nothing short of transformative for our organization, and it’s all thanks to the incredible support of this community. Together, we’ve continued to empower live event and touring professionals in ways we could only dream of. From expanding our outreach through programs like All Access On Site to fostering meaningf

The 13th annual Touring Career Workshop (TCW) will be held Tuesday, November 12, 4 p.m., at the Soundcheck Annex in Nashville. Attendees will have the unique opportunity to delve into essential topics such as mental, physical, and fiscal health, work/life balance, crafting a solid business plan, and securing that coveted gig through engaging breakout sessions. Registration for the free event can be accessed by logging onto the TCW website: www.touringcareerworkshop.com/works

We all look forward to our days off—a chance to relax, recharge, and step away from the demands of our daily routines. But what if we could make those days even more fulfilling and meaningful by giving back? At Touring Career Workshop, we have built these monthly Day Off connections as a source of building community within our industry but we also believe that a day off can be a day to serve, connect, and uplift others, especially those who need it the most. That’s why we’re

Join us for TCW's Network Night on August 27 at Yee-Haw Brewing. In the fast-paced world of live events and touring, success often hinges...

Touring Career Workshop celebrates a significant milestone – the one-year anniversary of our groundbreaking All Access On Site program.

May is Mental Health Awareness Month, and here at Touring Career Workshop, we're dedicated to fostering open conversations and providing...

Grateful to Bob Bender for having us on The Business Side of Music Podcast this week! TCW's Executive Director Chris Lisle and board...

Spring 2024 is upon us, and here at Touring Career Workshop (TCW), we're bursting with gratitude and excitement as we embark on another...

The Touring Career Workshop held their 12th annual event on Tuesday, November 14 at the Soundcheck Annex and was attended by over 400...

Hello All, We are proud to announce that Tour Career Workshop has a new web presence! Our site now best reflects that the touring life...