Industry Ink: Clint Black, Opry, Milestone Collective, PERK PR & Creative Agency, More

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Clint Black Wraps Ryman Auditorium Residency

Pictured (L-R): Chrissy Hall (Ryman), Cass Scrips (UTA), Clint Black, Brinson Strickland (CAM) and Brian Hill (UTA).

Clint Black wrapped his Ryman Auditorium residency over the weekend, concluding a sold-out, three-night run.

Black will continue on his “Back On The Blacktop Tour” tomorrow (Feb 19) in Pensacola, Florida.

 

Grand Ole Opry Celebrates Lemonade

Pictured (Front Row, L-R): Mark Wills, Cheryl Chunn, Bill Anderson, Diana ‘Lemonade’ McBride and Dan Rogers. (Back Row, L-R): Larry Chunn, Brooke Stuart, Jaclyn Batchelor and Nikki Powell.

Grand Ole Opry artists and staff celebrated the Opry’s Diana McBride, known as Lemonade, with a ribbon-cutting of her newly created backstage serving area dubbed “Lemonade’s Stand” on Saturday night.

McBride, a nominee for Unsung Hero of the Year in the CMA Touring Awards to be presented in June, is responsible for backstage guests’ needs. She has spent nearly 12 years with the Grand Ole Opry.

 

Milestone Collective Elevates Nick Weakley To Social Media Manager

Nick Weakley. Photo: courtesy of Milestone Collective

Milestone Collective has elevated Nick Weakley to Social Media Manager.

“From day one, Nick’s ambition, dedication, and willingness to expand his skillset, empowering our artists to make a greater impact on their social media platforms, stood out,” says Mike Gowen, the company’s founder and CEO. “It will be exciting to see him continue to make waves in the industry.”

The Belmont graduate joined the company in 2025 and has executed social media campaigns for the firm’s diverse roster of artists including Will Jones, Kyle Ray and Joyann Parker.

 

Perk PR & Creative Agency And Ampersand Studios To Host ‘From Idea To Identity’ Panel


Perk PR will host a “From Idea To Idea” panel on Monday (Feb. 23) at Ampersand Studios.

The panel will feature Trevor Perkins (Founder of PERK PR & Creative Agency), CJ Roberts and Hayley Stonehouse (Founders of Cowboy Cannolis), and Matthew Simmons (Photographer & Videographer). The discussion will explore the art and strategy behind turning raw concepts into authentic, lasting brands. Those interested in attending can RSVP here.

 

Belmont Students Bring Dolly Parton’s ‘Billy the Kid Makes It Big’ To Life With Original Children’s Theatre Production

Photo: Courtesy of Belmont University

Belmont University students have launched an original, student-created theatre production based on Dolly Parton’s children’s book, Billy the Kid Makes It Big.

Developed in partnership with Belmont’s Dolly U initiative, the project will culminate with a spring tour to local elementary schools throughout the Nashville area.

“This project gives students the rare opportunity to experience the full life cycle of a professional production — from script development and music creation to design, touring logistics and performance,” shares Dr. Carla Lahey, assistant professor of theatre and director of Belmont Rep Co. “They are not only performers, but collaborators, educators and creative leaders.”

 

Emily Bronze Elevated To Senior VP & General Manager Of Get After It Media

Emily Bronze.

Emily Bronze has been elevated to Senior Vice President and General Manager of Get After It Media.

Within this role, Bronze is responsible for overseeing the development of The Heartland Network’s new studios in Nashville’s Marathon Village, among other responsibilities.

“Emily has been one of the driving forces behind Get After It Media’s evolution and success over the last 16 years,” says Joel Wertman, CEO and Co-President of Get After It Media. “She brings a rare combination of creative instinct, operational leadership, and deep loyalty to the company’s mission. Emily has helped shape not just our content, but our culture, and this promotion is a well-earned recognition of the extraordinary role she plays in our growth and future.”

“As one of the longest-serving members of this team, I have had the unique privilege of watching Get After It Media evolve from its roots into the powerhouse it is today,” says Bronze. “I am deeply honored to step into this new role during such a transformative chapter, and I am thrilled to continue working under the leadership of Joel Wertman and Otto Padron as we continue to push boundaries and grow our footprint in the industry.”

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