Business careers often take unorthodox turns, and this week’s guest went from playing soccer in sports arenas to booking concerts in them. After a professional soccer career in the U.K., Andy found his way to Atlanta where eventually began working for legendary concert promoter, Alex Cooley. Cooley took Andy under his wing, and later on Andy became talent booker at the iconic Decatur venue Eddie’s Attic, which Cooley co-owned at the time. After Cooley’s passing in 2015, Hingley became co-owner of Eddie’s Attic. Today, Andy not only runs Eddie’s Attic, but he also books talent for Live Nation, a multinational entertainment company. He books shows of all sizes in Atlanta and Southeast. From Luke Combs to Lizzo to Ween to Sturgill Simpson. Andy returns to the program to talk about the challenges of operating a club like Eddie’s Attic, how the pandemic has changed the live music business, his foray into artist management, and much more.

Andy Hingley, co-owner of Eddie's Attic and talent booker at Live Nation

Bryan Velez, 17, and his parents, Wendy and Luis, discuss mental health triggers and self-harm, the path through residential treatment and embracing Dialectical Behavior Therapy (DBT), and ultimately adjusting to life with renewed hope as a family. Kimberly Young, Psychiatric Nurse Practitioner and Hillside Assistant Medical Director, narrates this episode. You’ll also hear from one of our former day program clinicians, Dr. Kimberly Vay.

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Each week, host Richard J. Lenz—founder, president, and CEO of Lenz Marketing—speaks with Atlanta’s business leaders to explore their inspiring stories, lessons learned, and tips for growth and success. From big business execs to indie entrepreneurs, these guests not only share their practical secrets, but also unveil the personalities behind the careers. 

Lenz on Business is Presented by Georgia College's J. Whitney Bunting College of Business.  Listen live on Saturday nights at 6 on News 95.5, AM 750 WSB, and WSBRadio.com. 

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Andy Hingley, co-owner of Eddie's Attic and talent booker at Live Nation

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