Savannah Holds

Experience

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  Entertainment Professional

  Jan 1992 - Apr 2013

  Performer and Choreographer

  - Theater: Began performing professionally at the age of eight, playing the role of Young Cosette in the original Broadway production of LES MISERABLES. More recently appeared on Broadway in the starring roles of Sherrie in ROCK OF AGES, and Evelyn Nesbit in the 2009 revival of RAGTIME. Played leading roles in the Off-Broadway production of LUCKY GUY, the Goodspeed Opera House production of HAPPY DAYS, and the New Orleans JPAS tour of Disney’s BEAUTY AND THE BEAST. Performed in the 1st National Tour of Disney’s HIGH SCHOOL MUSICAL. - Television and Film: Played the role of 'Jessica' on the NBC dramatic series, SMASH, for two seasons. Guest starred on BLUE BLOODS, ROYAL PAINS, GOSSIP GIRL, RESCUE ME, and LAW AND ORDER: CRIMINAL INTENT. Played a featured role in the independent film A CASE OF YOU, starring Sam Rockwell and Justin Long, and co-starred in the independent short film, RED DUST. - Choreographed numerous New York theatre showcases and dance workshops. - Coordinated the awards ceremony for The Lilly Awards, a not-for-profit organization sponsored by Fractured Atlas. Was responsible for designing and sending invitations, keeping track of guests and donations, organization of all public relations and marketing, sourcing and liaison with sponsors, and generation of financial and legal paperwork in association with a 501 (c)(3) public charity. - Helped coordinate the production of The 24 Hour Musicals, four twenty-minute fully-realized musicals written, rehearsed, and performed in a twenty-four hour period. Responsibilities included coordination of schedule, liaison with venues and artists, performance space preparation, and program creation.- Did all styling and publicity for personal photo shoots and red carpet events. Created relationships with numerous fashion designers. Show less

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  The Nederlander Organization

  Jun 2003 - Aug 2003

  Intern
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  Self-Employed

  Jan 2008 - Jan 2013

  Freelance Photographer and Stylist

  Acted as a freelance editorial and portrait photographer. Shot and styled By Philippe’s Spring 2013 jewelry catalogue and consulted with numerous entertainment professionals in styling, shooting, and editing their professional photos.

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  Stylinity

  Jan 2012 - Jan 2013

  Fashion, PR, & Branding Consultant

  Assisted with branding, social networking, client interface, and public relations for a start-up fashion technology company. Coordinated and acted as a liaison for Stylinity with various entities, including Limelight Marketplace, the Miss Universe Pageant Organization, and Bollare.

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  Northwestern Mutual

  Sept 2013 - Apr 2016

  Director of Career Start-Up

  - Created and implemented financial advisor recruiting, onboarding, and development infrastructure and systems for the Park Avenue office of a Fortune 100 company and its three satellite locations in the greater New York City metropolitan area. - Responsible for the training and supervision of five business coaches tasked with accountability and guidance for up to 60 financial advisors at a time.

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  Booker Middle School

  Nov 2016 - Jan 2020

  Arts Coordinator and Parent Liaison
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  Wise Holds Coaching

  Aug 2020 - now

  Founder, Coach, and Speaker

  www.wiseholdscoaching.comSavannah Holds is a professional coach, consultant and speaker bringing to you years of experience and loads of enthusiasm. Savannah spent 20 years as a Broadway, television and film actress then transitioned to the world of finance. Having achieved a high level of success across multiple industries, including entertainment, finance, education, and philanthropy, she is uniquely qualified to align you with your inner purpose, ignite your passion, and maybe help you have more fun while you're at it!​No matter your field or function, this creative thought innovator is ready to catapult you to the highest levels of performance, success, and fulfillment through an exploration of alignment, focus, courage, communication, organization, creativity, and vulnerability. Show less