OUR core purpose

Freeing talent to Entertain the world

Core Values

We're Unique

our promise

Guarantee

We guarantee that you’ll come out of this process with a clear written vision for your future, and meet with you quarterly to set goals to achieve. If we don’t meet with you quarterly, we’ll give you an out of our agreement

Meet our awesome team

The core Team

Jeff Duncan CEO

CEO

Jeff Duncan
jeff@ingenuity.live

As CEO of Ingenuity Live, Jeff is a graduate of the EO Entrepreneur Master’s Program at MIT, holds a leadership role as Past President of the Vancouver Entrepreneur’s Organization, is an Executive Board Member of the Vancouver Police Foundation, and sits on the Board of Directors for the Plastic Bank. Jeff is a 40 under 40 winner, an active public speaker, and travels the globe looking for the next disruption in the entertainment space. When not networking, Jeff can be seen out on the lake boating or enjoying an amazing meal with family and friends.

David Ebert CFO

CFO

David Ebert
david@ingenuity.live

David joins Ingenuity Live after a successful career in commercial and corporate banking. He is an expert on key finance related issues such as structuring leveraged buyouts, acquisition and divestiture of lines of business, and on growing companies and brands in a controlled and profitable manner. David has managed loan portfolios in a variety of industries, including manufacturing, wholesaling, financial services, and real estate and has been involved in financing technology companies at various stages of their development. As well, David brings a strong network of contacts with venture capitalists, private equity lenders and various other debt and equity providers to the company. An avid golfer with love for a good scotch, David’s joy can be found in his two beautiful kids.

Mel Mugridge, Brand Partnerships Manager

BRAND PARTNERSHIPS MANAGER

MELL MUGRIDGE
mel@ingenuity.live

Mel leads the Partnership team at Ingenuity Live. She works closely with brands, casting directors, networks and streaming platforms, connecting our talent to the right opportunities. Together with the partnerships team, she helps create a unique brand strategy for each talent. She is passionate about finding the right fit for both the talent and the brand. Away from work you can find her spending time outdoors with her family. 

Brittney Bolt, Talent Manager

TALENT MANAGER

BRITTANY BOLT
brittany@ingenuity.live

Brittany, a seasoned media aficionado and Talent Manager, seamlessly merges her expertise in media management and brand partnerships. She works with diverse media outlets on behalf of talent, crafting engaging content, and meticulously monitoring social media metrics to optimize talent presence. Brittany spearheads initiatives like crafting media kits and social media strategies tailored to talent needs. Originally from Boise, ID, Brittany earned her stripes at Boise State University, graduating with a dual major in Business and Human Resource Management, and a minor in Marketing. She now calls Corpus Christi, TX home, where she resides with her husband, three dogs, and an eclectic aquarium. Beyond her professional pursuits, Brittany finds solace in nurturing her houseplant collection, working out, and reading.

Carrie Fortezzo, Talent Manager

TALENT MANAGER

CARRIE FORTEZZO
carrie@ingenuity.live

Carrie brings over 15 years of event marketing, promotions and client services to her role as Talent Manager.  Carrie utilizes her organization, time management and negotiation skills to achieve driven results for both clients and talent. Away from work, she spends most weekends catching her daughters playing soccer or enjoying early morning runs. Most of all, she enjoys being part of an amazing team of experts making talent’s dreams a reality one goal at a time. 

Rowe

ACCOUNT MANAGER

ROWENA (ROWE) JAO
rowena@ingenuity.live

With a knack for keeping numbers in line and a passion for helping others, Rowe brings a unique blend of organizational expertise and heartfelt support to our accounting department. As a dedicated mom of three wonderful young men, she understands the value of time spent with loved ones and brings that same warmth and care to her work family. Rowe’s love for the outdoors and basking in the sunshine mirrors her positive outlook on life and her ability to create a harmonious atmosphere wherever she goes. Whether she’s crunching numbers or engaging in uplifting conversations, Rowe’s commitment to ensuring everything runs smoothly shines through in every task she takes on.