Manuel Avila Garcia

Reviewer
DISC Type : Ci

Festival & Live Events Production Director at 2 Rivers Remix Society

Vancouver, British Columbia, Canada

Overview

Manuel is a Vancouver-based Director of Live Event Production for 2 Rivers Remix Society with over 25 years of international experience. He leads all production logistics and AV strategy for the cultural non-profit. He holds a Bachelor of Communications from Universidad Iberoamericana and studied Commercial Photography at Dawson College.

With deep roots in Mexico City and an established career in Canada, Manuel is a passionate visual artist and photographer. He founded an image and communications company in 2001, specializing in creating artistic concepts for editorial, documentary, and entertainment projects, reflecting a long-standing dedication to visual storytelling.

He recently managed a production in Lytton, British Columbia, that was uniquely powered entirely by two electric trucks.

Personality Overview

Challenger

Late Adopter

Informal Yet Blunt

They often ask many questions and rely heavily on information and documentation.  They can sound friendly and charming but can quickly change gears to become inquisitive and probing. They are generally good communicators and can be hard to convince.

Topics They Care About

Indigenous Culture
As Production Director for 2 Rivers Remix Society, he is dedicated to creating platforms for contemporary Indigenous music and cultural expression.
Live Event Production
His core expertise for over two decades. He frequently posts about production specifics, including equipment like Stageline stages and d&b audiotechnik systems.
Youth Mentorship
Actively seeks to involve and train young Indigenous people with an interest in event production, sound, lighting, and stage management.

Media Appearances

Manuel has no verified media appearances

Work History

1-2022
Festival & Live Events Production Director at 2 Rivers Remix Society
1-2000
Sales & International Operations Manager at Todo en Audio e Iluminacon S.A. de C.V.
1-2001
Founder & CEO at SOLSTICE IMAGE & COMMUNICATIONS
1-2021 - 1-2023
Social Media Manager at Riggit Services
1-2014 - 1-2022
International Tour Manager at El TRI

Education

2002 - 2005
Commercial Photography from Dawson College
1992 - 1997
Cience in Communications from Universidad Iberoamericana, Ciudad de México

More Information

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Exp : 25 Location : Vancouver, British Columbia, Canada Job Level : Mid-senior Designation : Festival & Live Events Production Director at 2 Rivers Remix Society
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Insights For Selling To Manuel

During A Call Or A Meeting

DO's

  • Help them understand the risk aspect fully while inspiring confidence
  • Use phrases like ‘clear proof that’, ‘data shows’ etc.
  • Build rapport, it will come handy to handle hard questions later

DONT's

  • Don’t try to rush them into a decision, provide all necessary information first
  • Don’t brush off any concerns, take all questions seriously
  • Don’t be too objective but make sure to pad your storytelling with data points

When Cold Calling

When Writing An Email

While Negotiating & Closing

    The secret to closing fast with Manuel is

  • Clear proof of product value matters to them, followed by others' testimonials and rapport.
  • Will you ever get a clear answer from Manuel

  • They are practical and friendly, don't expect a clear-cut response often.

Insights For Deal Planning

    How fast (or slow) will Manuel move?

  • They like to perform full analysis and can take time to make any decision.
  • Can Manuel take some risk or not?

  • They systematically evaluate all decisions and are unlikely to take many risks.

You And Manuel

Personality Compatibility


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