Hard Falls, Getting Back Up & Recognizing Red Flags With Yvonne McNair

Yvonne McNair is a veteran event producer and behind-the-scenes leader shaping high-stakes live experiences across entertainment and culture. As Founder and Executive Producer of Captivate Productions, she brings over 20 years of experience navigating complex productions, high-pressure environments, and the realities that live behind the curtain. A two-time Emmy-nominated producer, Yvonne is known for her operational rigor, calm leadership, and ability to carry ambitious visions through uncertainty with integrity.

This episode we discuss:

• Yvonne’s path into live production and the moments that shaped her leadership style.
• What really goes into producing large-scale cultural events beyond the creative vision.
• Why learning when to say no is critical to risk management and long-term sustainability.
• Navigating financial exposure, stakeholder pressure, and public scrutiny.
• The emotional labor of leadership in experiential production and how to recover after setbacks.

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