Jackie Naparlo Appointed Outback Presents’ SVP Entertainment Strategy

Leading independent promoter Outback Presents has announced Jackie Naparlo as its Senior Vice President of Entertainment Strategy and Development.

The role:

• Naparlo will lead company-wide initiatives in growth, new revenue generation, and operational efficiencies that support Outback’s expansion across comedy, music, festivals, and beyond.

Backstory:

• Naparlo has worked in live entertainment for two decades across companies such as Live Nation, William Morris Endeavor, and Red Light Management.

• She recently served as Regional Director of Booking at Legends | ASM Global, where she oversaw programming and budgets for major venues across the Southeast.

• In addition to her venue leadership, Naparlo also founded Nightowl Promotions.

• Its merchandise division partnered with major brands including Live Nation, Walmart, Hilton and A&E Networks.

• On the promoter side she routed and promoted Louis C.K.’s US and Mexico dates from 2019 – 2026.

What they said:

• Mike Smarkdak, Founder and Co-CEO of Outback Presents: “We are proud to welcome Jackie Naparlo as our new Senior Vice President of Entertainment Strategy and Development. She is a dynamic leader whose vision will play a vital role in shaping our future. It is an exciting time at Outback and I am thrilled to have Jackie joining us!”