Vincent Puma

Executive Director

With over two decades of experience in the entertainment industry, Vincent established himself as a distinguished owner-operator of the iconic 4th & B concert venue in Downtown, San Diego. As a hands-on leader and operator, he developed comprehensive expertise across all operational aspects of the business. His executive responsibilities included negotiating contracts with talent agents, artists, event promoters, and media partners, including successful collaborations with La Mejor, Exa, Radio Latina, and 94.9 for special events and concert series. Vincent also successfully secured major corporate sponsorships with industry leaders (list available upon request).

As a high-volume concert producer, Vincent fostered strategic partnerships with prominent local organizations, collaborating with local industry leaders such as Bill Hardt of San Diego Pride, Christine Portella of Brazilian Carnival Productions, and Sam of Blue Agave Night Club Artists, featuring performances by international stars like Don Omar.

Vincent demonstrated his commitment to nurturing emerging talent by mentoring numerous successful promoters, including Jason Stewart of Epic Fighting and Johnny Shocky of LED. Through strategic co-production partnerships and brand development initiatives, these promoters have evolved into integral fixtures of San Diego's entertainment landscape. He also facilitated valuable connections between headline artists and local media professionals, including Josh Andrade (talent buyer), Olivia Tosic (Rockin' Rag Magazine), and many others.

His commitment to developing local talent included launching photographers like Amber Stokoso, partnering with non-profits such as Honoring Our Troops, and producing weekly cultural events with RAW Artists Group and Black Cherry Music Organization, creating vital platforms for artistic expression.

A cornerstone of Vincent's leadership was his dedication to creating breakthrough opportunities for local musicians, enabling them to share stages with their influential headlining artists. His professional network includes successful collaborations with industry powerhouses such as AEG, Sycuan, LED, Eventvibe, and Sean Healy Productions.

With over 550 concerts and events produced, Vincent had the most diverse venue opening it up for Island Music Organization Pifa with artists such as FIJI, Latin artists including Ramon Ayala, Oscar De Leon, Daniella Mercury, Motown artists, The Whispers, Temptations, Filipino, Columbian, Reggae, classic rock, and many more culturally focused events.

Some of the shows included:

Tiesto, Calvin Harris, Kaskade, ATB, Snoop Dogg, Ice Cube, Air, La Roux, Ghostland Observatory, Cut Copy, MuteMath, Jeff Beck, The Cult, Don Omar, KEM, Howard Jones, Jarabe de Palo, Chevelle, Filter, Great White, Dokken, Adam Ant, Larry Hernandez, Luis Enrique, Oscar D’Leon, Roberto Tapia, Brenton Wood, Frankie Maze, Fiji, Public Enemy, Judy Collins, Craig Glass (comedian), Tommy Davidson, Steve Aoki, Benny Benassi, Little River Band, Dj Shadow, Belinda Carlisle, E-40 Korn, Cage the Elephant,Jet, Judy Collins, Leon Russel, DMX , Rodrigo and Gabriella... AND SO MANY MORE.

Looking forward, Vincent remains dedicated to expanding opportunities within the local entertainment community. His mission centers on fostering artistic growth, mentoring the next generation of industry professionals, and leveraging music's unique power to unite communities and inspire minds.