Jennifer Lyon is a visionary live entertainment professional who has successfully developed multiple performing art venues and music festivals. She has consistently presented community-driven events that connect artists with their audiences while capturing the zeitgeist.

Notable career highlights: owner MeanRed Productions, owner Brooklyn Electronic Music Festival (on hiatus), owner of legendary DIY venue BKLYN Yard, programmer of Output, Dizzy Rascal US debut on a flatbed truck, numerous raves in Chinatown NYC

Her activism work focuses on independent venues and promoters. She is the president of the New York Independent Venue Association and is the New York captain for the National Independent Venue Association.