InterAmerica Stage, the global leader in automated rigging innovation, is proud to announce the appointments of Nicolas Champion as VP of Business Development, Tom Casazza as Business Development Manager, and Jason Osterman as Senior Project Manager.
IA Stage COO, Pete Borchetta, enthusiastically offered, “Over the past number of months, you may have heard the news as we’ve been holding off on this announcement because we’ve been assembling an all-star lineup—and now, the moment has arrived. IA Stage proudly welcomes three of the industry’s finest: Nicolas Champion, Tom Casazza, and Jason Osterman. Each of them brings a wealth of experience, strategic vision, and a track record of excellence in sales and project management. Nicolas Champion’s expertise in driving business growth, coupled with his deep understanding of client needs, makes him an invaluable leader in shaping IA Stage’s future. Tom Casazza enriches our team with his industry insight and remarkable technical expertise, setting a standard of excellence that is unmatched. Jason Osterman’s ability to innovate and execute complex solutions ensures that our projects run seamlessly from conception to completion.”
“To be reunited with these gentlemen whom I have had the pleasure of collaborating with over the years in various capacities is a dream come true, and for this reunion to happen with a company of IA Stage’s caliber and reputation is just amazing,” said Champion. “What Mark Black has built in IA Stage is a very special company. Mark understands our industry in a way that we can all learn from, and I look forward to his mentorship. Our industry is the best there is, and I cannot help but feel extremely lucky.”
Casazza added, “I am excited to promote a brand and products as respected as IA Stage. From SkyDeck to Flight, the project opportunities will take us to new heights, and to be able to work with these incredible professionals with whom we have all built up so much trust over the years, just means the world.”
“I am very happy to be joining InterAmerica Stage at this exciting time,” said Osterman. “I had made it clear to a few in the industry that I wanted to return to project work. Fortunately, the timing was right to jump into a very challenging project here at IA. And of course, the opportunity to join trusted industry colleagues that I work well with is very welcome indeed.”
Mark Black concluded, “It’s incredible to see how far IA Stage has come—growing into a company filled with talented people and now welcoming three outstanding professionals who are deeply rooted in the entertainment world. Their expertise, combined with their history working alongside our COO, Pete Borchetta, elevates us to a whole new level. The overwhelming response from industry peers has been a resounding ‘Congratulations’—a reflection of the team’s caliber and the exciting path ahead.”
Further information about InterAmerica Stage: www.iastage.com
