We are #1Corporate Entertainment
1040 Matley Lane, #8
Reno, NV 89502
Telephone (775)324-1922
Fax (775)324-2662

Company Profile And Staff

Concepts West Agency has been in business since 1986 and is the only combined Talent Agency, Video Production and Convention Services company in Nevada. Located in Reno, CWA books over 500 engagements per year, and provides on-going entertainment for many night clubs and casinos throughout Nevada and the USA. With a qualified staff and state of the art communications systems, CWA provides clients with immediate access to personnel, artist availability, contracting and residual services.

Mission Statement

Concepts West Agency provides Entertainment, all phases of Video Production as well as Event and Meeting management services, allowing our clients to focus on their event, while taking advantage of Concepts West Agency's expertise in these fields.  

Our Staff

John "The Wiz" McDaniel: Executive Director

Experience: 35 Years Area of Involvement: Talent acquisition , video productions, and special events.  Background: A career in music spanning some 35 years.  John was a crusader in MIDI (musical instrument digital interface) systems and was a software beta-tester for the first midi software developers.  He was the first computer generated music authority in the state of Nevada through the 1980's and brought midi to the attention of many musicians.  He is a bassist and music arranger and has performed with T-Bone Walker, Bobby "Blue" Bland, Lou Rawls, The Temptations and many other big name acts.  Phone: (775)324-1922 or 1-800-410-8433     Email: cwareno@aol.com

Gabrielle Moore: Artist Promotions and Placements USA & Europe

Professional years: 15  Area of Involvement: Talent acquisition for private, special events, blues revues and concerts. Gabrielle maintains contacts with overseas venues in both France and Germany for a variety of entertainment. Her focus is primarily on Blues, Jazz and special music presentations in the U.S., Canada and Europe.  Background: Corporate and private meeting and event planning within the financial, retail and professional event planning industry.UCLA graduate. Fluent in English, German and French. Phone: (775)324-1922 or 1-800-410-8433 Email:gabymoore@aol.com

Judy Shepherd: Associate - Casinos, Concerts and Clubs

Professional years: 25  Area of Involvement: Talent Acquisition and Production Management for Casinos, Fairs, Concerts and Nightclubs.  Background: Judy Shepherd Benton is an accomplished entertainer and vocalist. In semi-retirement, Judy is still asked to sing her outstanding version of the National Anthem at many Nevada sporting events. She has been an opening act for Johnny Nash, Donald Byrd & The Blue Byrds and many other big name acts. Judy has specialized in conceptualization, development and implementation of quality and effective entertainment related activities in a multitude of venues throughout the US.  Phone: (775)324-1922 or 1-800-410-8433 Email: jshep1922@aol.com   (775)324-1922 or 1-800-410-8433

Nicolas Martinez:  Associate - Corporate Entertainment

Professional years: 17  Area of Involvement: Corporate entertainment, Festival Production, Hispanic Events and Casino services.  Background: Vice President for 12 years with a major entertainment agency in Mexico. . Phone: (775)324-1922 or 1-800-410-8433 Email: Nickm1922@com  (775)324-1922 or 1-800-410-8433

John Ponzo Washburn:  Associate - Corporate and Private Events

Professional years: 30  Area of Involvement: Talent acquisition and event management for Corporate and Private events  Background: Professional vocalist and studio musician and video producer. Phone: (775)324-1922

Professional Affiliations

Reno Sparks Corridor Business Association, Reno Sparks Convention Authority,
Western Fairs Association, Lake Tahoe Visitors Authority.

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