Lotje Horvers is a Tour Manager who has been working in the live event industry for 21 years. She got her start by putting on DIY events, working as a stagehand, and agent assistant. She has toured with various artists such as Fever Ray, Within Tempation, M83, Röyksopp, and Robyn, to name a few. She’s super passionate when it comes to teaching and giving back to the younger generation of live event professionals. As well as being a big advocate for diversity and inclusion in the industry. During the pandemic, she started the non-profit Backstage Pass which aims to inspire and encourage young women in the Netherlands who are looking to pursue a career in live music. You can follow Lotje over on Instagram @lotjeTM. Also, definitely check out her website diversityontour.com where she shares an abundance of tips and resources for aspiring live event professionals.

Timestamps:

(00:00 ) Introducing Lotje

(01:59 ) Icebreaker questions

(11:34 ) Lotje's start working in live events

(18:17 ) Work coming to a stop due to pandemic

(21:12 ) Overview of Backstage Pass - A non-profit aimed at empowering women who are aspiring live event professionals in the Netherlands

(28:13 ) Uplifting next generation of live event professionals

(31:01 ) Advice for aspiring live event professionals