On this episode of the podcast, we speak with Jen Lyon who is a precinct captain on NIVA’s (National Independent Venue Association) advocacy team and co-created the New York Independent Venue Association. NIVA has provided over $3,000,000 in relief to venues across the US in danger of closing permanently due to Covid-19 shutdowns. The organization represents a group of over 3,000 independent venues in 50 states and continues to innovate and support the industry with events like Save Our Stages Fest. To learn more or donate head to saveourstages.com