We Are Reach.
Lindsay Bertelli
Owner & President
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As Owner and President of REACH, Lindsay has 20+ years of in-depth experience in strategic brand marketing campaigns and tour/event promotion and production. Her work with top entertainment and corporate clients has made her a well-known force in the industry with the knowledge and expertise needed to navigate the changing, and increasingly virtual, event and sponsorship environment.
Lindsay began her career as a concert promoter at Moore Entertainment Group, which ultimately affiliated with TBA Entertainment and AEG Live. She managed eleven years of production and sponsorship for CMT On Tour, which involved artists Rascal Flatts, Keith Urban, Sugarland, Brad Paisley, and Jason Aldean. Other notable early career highlights for Lindsay include project management for Brooks and Dunn’s Neon Circus & Wild West Show and Playboy’s 50th Anniversary Club Tour.
With the launch of REACH in 2011, Lindsay combined her years of experience as a concert promoter with progressive experiential marketing methods for clients looking to maximize their visibility and impact in the entertainment and lifestyle landscape.
Lindsay believes that today's partnerships are more than just the placement of a brand logo on a festival stage or tour marketing materials. Instead, it is discovering, creating, and executing innovative ways to authentically interact with the consumer by providing memorable experiences that bring into sharp focus the desired message of an artist or brand.
REACH has worked for an array of brands since its inception, including Norwegian Cruise Line, SiriusXM, Farmers Insurance, Calgary Stampede, Nissan, ConAgra Foods, Bravo TV, and more. REACH is proud to serve as the agency of record for Toyota on a variety of music, culinary and action sports experiential marketing campaigns at large festivals including Stagecoach, NYC Wine & Food Festival and Dew Tour, to name a few.
A Delaware native, Lindsay loves to travel and explore new places with her daughter. Lindsay is a graduate of Belmont University with a degree in Music Business. Her quick wit and sense of humor stem from her love of great 80’s and 90’s sitcoms like Designing Women and Golden Girls. On the weekends, you'll likely find Lindsay surrounded by friends hosting a fantastic dinner party at her home in Nashville.
Katie Ralph
Vice President
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Katie Ralph wears many hats. A true Southern woman, she enjoys a relaxing pedicure but is never one to shy away from hard work and getting her hands dirty.
Born and raised in Orange, Texas, Katie studied business at Louisiana State University where she graduated in three years ready to hit the ground running. Her ambitious attitude led her to Nashville where she volunteered at an event produced by AEG Live/Moore Entertainment Group. Little did she know, Katie had just met her future co-workers. Shortly after, she joined the company as the executive assistant and advanced quickly to the coordinator position, handling a variety of projects for touring artists and sponsorship clients. Katie now brings her energetic spirit, dedication to excellence along with her passion for music as the Executive Producer for REACH focusing on the agency’s wide array of experiential marketing campaigns, event production, and festival marketing projects.
In 2014 Katie found love at one of REACH’s events and married her sweetheart at a railroad museum in Galveston, Texas in April of 2017. When she’s not working, you can find Katie practicing the piano or off on an adventure with her husband, Matt.
Whitney Williams
Executive Producer / Program Manager
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Abraham Lincoln once said, “Things may come to those who wait, but only the things left over by those who hustle.” Whitney whole-heartedly lives by this mantra, which led her to leave her hometown in Indiana and pursue a music business degree at Belmont University in Nashville, Tennessee. Following her passion, Whitney joined AEG Live / Moore Entertainment Group in 2010.
Now at REACH, Whitney’s creativity and seriously strong work ethic has propelled her to the position of Producer. With a wide breadth of knowledge and experience in the music and experiential marketing industries, Whitney is a vital asset to REACH clientele. Her experience ranges from producing indie band block parties to coordinating the on-site presence of presenting sponsors at country music festivals. Through prompt communication and a “results-oriented” attitude, Whitney aims to develop a repartee with her clients and cultivate lasting relationships.
After business hours, one can usually find Whitney on one of two dance floors – Either performing with her line dance group, or honing her skills in a hip-hop dance studio That’s right- country AND hip-hop. That’s just her style.
Hilary Taraldsen
Producer
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Hilary was born and raised in southern California but she feels more at home in Nashville, TN.
Her first taste of Nashville came in 2010 as a summer intern in CMT’s Music Strategy Department where she was introduced to the exciting world of sponsorship activation and experiential marketing.
Hilary finished college back in California and graduated from Azusa Pacific University with a bachelor’s degree in Communications-Media Studies. With the support of family and friends, Hilary moved across the country without a job or place to live. Thanks to a mutual friend, Hilary soon met Lindsay Bertelli.
Over 10 years later, Hilary continues to add a sweet spirit and dynamic energy to the REACH team.
Always a lover of the outdoors, she’s discovered a new love in backpacking. In her free time, you may find her checking out a new Nashville eatery, attending a Nashville sports game or you might just bump into her at the Nashville airport flying out for work or for pleasure.
Caitlyn Brinkley
Director of Business Operations
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Caitlyn was born and raised in New Jersey but quickly discovered the South is where she belonged.
Venturing to Music City at 18 to attend Belmont University, she fed her passion for music and the entertainment industry. Caitlyn joined the REACH team as an Executive Assistant in 2013 and now serves as a Producer. She finds herself motivated by busyness and striving to be a hard-working, team player and keeper of the calm during the chaotic times. When Caitlyn is not traveling from coast to coast with the REACH team, you can find her exploring or testing new local spots with her husband, Shane.
Ashley Sons
Producer
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Growing up only a few hours from Nashville, Ashley was born and raised in Southern Illinois surrounded by a big family in a small town.
Giving up the cornfields for beautiful rolling hills, Ashley moved to Tennessee to continue her college education. She attended Middle Tennessee State University and received a bachelor’s degree in Business Administration with a concentration in Marketing. During her time as a student at Middle Tennessee State University, Ashley was an intern for REACH for about a year and a half and learned the ins-and-outs of experiential marketing. She enjoyed the creative mindset and thrived in the healthy work environment. After graduating from MTSU in May 2018, Ashley quickly joined the REACH family as an Executive Assistant.
Depending on the season, you can find Ashley hanging with friends at a local winery, hiking with her dog, Luna, or catching a new movie at the theater!
SARAH WAHLSTROM
Project Manager
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Sarah is a Nashville native with a passion for sports and a wealth of experience in the industry. A graduate of the University of Tennessee at Chattanooga, she holds a bachelor's degree in Sports, Outdoor Recreation, and Tourism Management, complemented by a minor in Business Administration.
With experience at notable Nashville venues like Bridgestone Arena and Nissan Stadium, Sarah has proven her versatility and dedication. While she previously contributed to the operations of the Big Machine Music City Grand Prix for nearly two years, she now brings her expertise and passion to the REACH team.
Beyond her professional pursuits, Sarah enjoys reading, socializing with friends over dinner and drinks, and spending quality time with family and neighbors. Her dedication to Nashville and her passion for sports make her a valuable asset to our team.
Carissa Bazydola
Project Manager
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Carissa is a driven creative with passions for connecting with people and sparking meaningful relationships. A proud alumnus of the University of South Carolina, she carries the Gamecock spirit with her in everything she does - from collaborating on projects to cooking up new recipes in the kitchen.
When she’s not working, you’ll likely find Carissa chasing a runner’s high or working on her Spanish! She loves learning about different cultures and even spent time studying in Spain, where she had the opportunity to adventure and explore, and caught a severe case of the travel bug.
Her passion for people drives everything she does. She believes that real magic happens when you take the time to connect, listen, and create something meaningful with others. This motivation for intentional collaboration sparked her interest in live entertainment and led to various roles within the industry throughout her college career.
A Tennessee girl through and through, Carissa is excited to finally call Nashville home and make an impact within her community!
Alyssa Willett
Project Coordinator
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Alyssa is a Kentucky native with an innate love for cultivating meaningful connections and experiences.
Attending Middle Tennessee State, Alyssa served as an events manager, where she coordinated production and events for the student population. She also gained hands-on experience through several internship experiences, most recently, with the Country Music Hall of Fame and Museum in the events department. Whether it’s a large-scale show or an intimate mixer, Alyssa is most energized when she’s helping create spaces that foster connection. Her enthusiasm for events is rooted in her love for people and true southern hospitality.