Hillary Hutson is a producer, club owner, and lifelong supporter of the arts. She is the Executive Producer of the Big Pine Comedy Festival, an event known for its strong focus on comedian education, industry access, and performance opportunities.

Driven by a passion to create more stage time and support systems for comedians, Hillary helped launch and now co-owns several boutique, themed comedy clubs under the Mic Drop Comedy brand, including locations in San Diego (CA), Chandler (AZ), and Plano (TX). She is also a co-owner of Laughs Unlimited, one of the longest-running comedy clubs in Sacramento.

An entrepreneur at heart, Hillary is the CEO of Broken Drift Productions and Mic Drop Management Group, two organizations committed to comedian support, content production, and career development. Through these ventures, she continues to produce educational workshops, curated coaching opportunities, and strategic pathways for comedians to grow their craft and careers.

With a strong emphasis on scouting new and emerging talent, Hillary is passionate about thinking outside the box, challenging outdated industry norms, and helping comedians overcome barriers through access, education, and mentorship. She is equally committed to fostering diverse, inclusive spaces where both performers and audiences feel safe, seen, and supported.

Casey Currier is the COO of Broken Drift Productions and co-owner of Mic Drop Comedy, bringing nearly two decades of industry expertise and relationship-building to the forefront of the comedy world. Casey began his career in 2005 at the Tempe Improv, starting as a door guy and quickly climbing the ranks due to his sharp instincts and undeniable work ethic. Over the years, he has managed and booked for some of the most respected venues in the country, including Tempe Improv, Stand Up Live, CB Live, and Palm Beach Improv.

In 2020, Casey joined the Broken Drift Productions team, where he continues to play a pivotal role in national production strategy and artist development. His work spans operations, talent scouting, and long-term planning for live shows, festivals, and comedy clubs across the country. He is a trusted connector within the entertainment industry, maintaining strong relationships with top-tier comedians, agents, and managers to ensure that each stage features the best and most exciting talent in the business.

At Mic Drop Comedy, Casey’s leadership and vision have been integral in establishing a unique and artist-first club model—where high production value meets a deep commitment to community and creativity. His booking philosophy centers on championing emerging voices while staying connected with comedy’s top performers.

Whether he’s behind the scenes negotiating with agents or on-site mentoring up-and-coming talent, Casey is known for his integrity, insight, and passion for comedy.

Brian Kearley is the Talent Manager for Mic Drop Management Group and Production Manager for Broken Drift Productions and the Big Pine Comedy Festival, where he plays a key role in shaping comedian support, festival programming, and industry connection. Since 2017, Brian has helped grow both brands into respected platforms for emerging and established comedians alike.

Brian’s entry into the comedy world began with a love for performing and a night of comedy at a dive bar that unexpectedly sparked a friendship with long-time collaborator and producer Hillary Hutson. That connection soon evolved into a dynamic creative partnership, leading Brian to join the Big Pine Comedy Festival team, where he quickly became an essential part of production and programming.

At Big Pine, Brian has helped produce key programming like the festival’s signature Speed Networking sessions, which connect comedians directly with agents, managers, and club owners. His work behind the scenes focuses on creating meaningful opportunities for comedians beyond stage time—prioritizing relationship-building, education, and career development.

As Talent Manager for Mic Drop Management Group, Brian scouts and supports up-and-coming comics, offering mentorship and industry guidance. He plays a central role in curating educational initiatives through workshops, panels, and coaching, giving comedians access to the tools and knowledge they need to succeed.

Brian’s close connection to the Mic Drop Comedy brand has made him a trusted voice in the comedy club community, known for promoting artist-first values and pushing for more inclusive, forward-thinking comedy spaces. He’s passionate about giving back to the comedy world—helping performers grow, connect, and thrive with authenticity and purpose.

Known for his confidence, communication, and persistence, Brian continues to be a leader in the evolving comedy landscape—working not just to produce shows & events, but to build careers.

Taytum Griffin is a seasoned marketing director and digital strategist with over a decade of experience in social media management, brand development, and digital engagement. She specializes in building dynamic, results-driven campaigns that grow audiences, strengthen brand identity, and drive real-world impact across digital platforms.

Taytum began her comedy industry journey in 2016 as a marketing assistant and intern for the Big Pine Comedy Festival, where her creativity, strategic mindset, and community-first approach quickly set her apart. After joining the Broken Drift team, Taytum played a key role in elevating the brand through customer outreach, digital promotions, and brand consistency initiatives.

In 2024, Taytum stepped into the role of Marketing Director, overseeing all marketing efforts and digital strategy for Broken Drit Productions and affiliates like Mic Drop Comedy (San Diego, Chandler, and Plano) and Big Pine Comedy Festival. She leads ad campaigns, collaborates with the social media and content teams, and ensures brand alignment across all properties.

Taytum is also a driving force behind our community outreach initiatives, helping Mic Drop and Broken Drift give back to local neighborhoods through nonprofit partnerships, event coordination, private bookings, and inclusive marketing strategies. Her ability to balance analytics with authenticity makes her a standout leader in both audience development and customer experience.

Known for her creativity, leadership, and unwavering commitment to excellence, Taytum continues to shape how comedy connects with the world—making space for growth, inclusion, and unforgettable brand moments at every level.

Geoff Grooms is a stand-up comedian, Navy veteran, and advocate for the comedy community. Originally from the East Coast, Geoff now calls San Diego home, where he’s a paid regular at popular comedy clubs, including Mic Drop Comedy, The Grand, and Comedy Heights. Known for his quick wit and compelling stories about growing up as a military brat, Geoff brings heartfelt humor and a strong stage presence to every performance.

In 2024, Geoff was featured in the Netflix Is a Joke Festival, and he won the 2023 Best Medicine Brigade’s Operation HEAL*arious competition, as seen on VetTV. He has performed for the troops and opened for nationally recognized comedians such as Ms. Pat, Slink Johnson, Troy Bond, Alingon Mitra, Willie Macc, Zach Noe Towers, Sterling Scott, Big Irish Jay Hollingsworth, Drew Dunn, Kalea McNeill, Rena Calm, Joe Hill, Ty Barnett, Keon Polee, and more.

Offstage, Geoff became the Booking Manager for all Mic Drop Comedy locations in 2024 after initially serving as a support booker. He is a key part of the Broken Drift Productions team, where he focuses on comedian education, talent development, and community support. He also plays a central role in the production of major events like the Big Pine Comedy Festival and the Sac Town Comedy Get Down, helping bring high-quality, artist-focused experiences to stages across the West Coast. Geoff travels regularly to Mic Drop locations, scouting talent and leading educational workshops that empower local comedy scenes.

Megan McConnell is a seasoned digital strategist and content leader who has been a driving force behind the growth and visibility of Mic Drop Comedy and Broken Drift Productions since 2022. Starting her journey in content creation, Megan quickly demonstrated a keen eye for branding and an intuitive grasp of digital trends—earning her a spot on the management team and becoming an essential part of the company’s creative leadership.

Megan currently oversees social media and content creation across all Mic Drop Comedy locations, as well as for Broken Drift Productions, the Big Pine Comedy Festival, and Laughs Unlimited. She leads and manages a dynamic team of creatives, ensuring each brand remains consistent, relevant, and professional—while also pushing boundaries through fresh, trend-driven strategies.

In addition to her work with venues, Megan collaborates directly with comedians and performers to elevate their personal and professional online presence. She provides coaching, platform development, and tailored digital strategy—empowering comics to build their audience and stay current in a fast-changing digital landscape.

As a core part of the comedian education team at Broken Drift, Megan plays a vital role in developing workshops and tools that teach performers how to strengthen their digital voice. Her unique ability to blend brand authenticity with emerging trends has made her a trusted mentor and resource for artists at every level.

Megan is not only a trend-setter but a trend-spotter—someone who ensures every platform and post reflects both the brand’s identity and the energy of the ever-evolving comedy scene.

Camille Waters is a Maryland-born comedian, single mom, and content creator now making waves in Southern California. With a sharp wit and effortlessly relatable humor, Camille skyrocketed on Instagram in 2024—racking up over 10 million views, with multiple viral clips each surpassing 1 million views. A millennial mom turned stand-up comic, she’s built a loyal following by turning everyday parenting chaos into comedic gold, all while surviving with the help of whiskey, movie quotes, and a closet full of shapewear.

Camille is a paid regular at Mic Drop Comedy and The Grand Comedy Club, and a frequent performer with Don’t Tell Comedy, connecting with audiences through her realness, charm, and fearless storytelling. In 2023, she was featured on Season 2 of Pictionary on FOX, where her quick thinking and sense of humor helped her take home the grand prize on national television.

Off-stage, Camille is just as impactful. She became a key part of the Mic Drop Comedy and Broken Drift Productions teams in 2023, where she now works full time as a content creator with a focus on promotions and comedian education. Camille has helped develop and produce numerous educational workshops and panels supporting new and emerging comedians—particularly in social media strategy, digital content creation, and building a professional online presence.

She plays an active role in the production of events like the Big Pine Comedy Festival, and is instrumental in helping maintain brand consistency across all Broken Drift platforms and affiliates, while mentoring new members of the Broken Drift content team. Whether she’s making audiences laugh, coaching comics behind the scenes, or helping performers navigate the digital world, Camille proves that being a great mom and a good time aren’t mutually exclusive.

Mikey Perry is a stand-up comedian, producer, instructor, and United States Marine Corps veteran originally from Virginia Beach, Virginia, now based in Southern California. With roots in Filipino-American culture, experiences on both coasts, and a background in military service, Mikey brings a sharp, authentic, and high-energy voice to the stage. His comedy explores everything from racial identity and cultural nuance to absurd life misadventures—striking a balance between meaningful storytelling and laugh-out-loud punchlines.

A paid regular at all Mic Drop Comedy venues, Mikey has performed at major festivals including Palm Springs International Comedy Festival (2018), Burbank Comedy Festival (2022), Big Pine Comedy Festival (2023–2025),and the Long Beach Filipino Festival (2025). He’s toured nationally with Armed Forces Entertainment, opened for comics like Irene Tu, Eleanor Kerrigan, Paul Rodriguez, Joey Medina, Jiaoying Summers, and currently features on tour with Filipino-Canadian star Keith Pedro.

Offstage, Mikey is an integral part of Broken Drift and Mic Drop Comedy, serving as Support Booker at Mic Drop Comedy San Diego and an instructor in comedian education. He teaches classes such as “How to MC,” “How to Roast Battle,” “How to Get Booked,” and “Intro to Comedy for Kids.” Since 2022, he’s helped produce the Big Pine Comedy Festival, while expanding his work in talent scouting, booking support, and developing education initiatives across California, Arizona, and Texas.

Mikey also regularly represents Broken Drift and Mic Drop at national comedy festivals, where he speaks on panels, mentors up-and-coming comedians, and provides guidance on booking, etiquette, and production. He is the creator and producer of “UBE World,” a Filipino-themed comedy variety show that began in San Diego and now tours nationwide—celebrating Filipino-American voices and community through comedy.

Mikey’s blend of onstage talent and offstage leadership makes him a powerful advocate for comedians at every level—using comedy, education, and cultural programming to create opportunities and open doors across the industry.

Shaun Baker is a dynamic stand-up comedian hailing from the vibrant streets of New York, now captivating audiences across Southern California with his sharp wit, clever storytelling, and relatable humor. With over six years of experience on stage, Shaun has become a staple in the comedy scene, performing regularly at clubs and casinos on both the East and West Coasts.

Shaun has been invited to perform at the Big Pine Comedy Festival for three consecutive years (2023, 2024, and 2025) and was featured on Laugh After Dark in 2024. He has shared the stage with many acclaimed headliners including Adam Ray, Nick Swardson, Steve Byrne, Greg Fitzsimmons, Adam Conover, Josh Wolf, Eddie Ifft, Geoffrey Asmus, and Duncan Trussell—earning the respect of audiences and peers alike.

In addition to his stand-up work, Shaun is the creative force behind “Sketched Out,” a quarterly sketch comedy show that highlights his versatility and talent for visual storytelling through comedic video sketches.

Off-stage, Shaun plays an integral role in the production side of comedy. He serves as the lead photographer for Broken Drift Productions and is a key member of the Broken Drift and Mic Drop Comedy creative team, ensuring brand consistency and a high-level professional aesthetic across all platforms. He collaborates on content development, event production, and creative strategy—using his comedic instincts and technical expertise to elevate the work of performers and projects alike.

Whether he’s behind the camera or behind the mic, Shaun is a force in the comedy world—fusing performance, creativity, and professionalism in everything he touches.

Naela Durrani is a Talent Manager for Mic Drop Management Group, an experienced Casting Producer, and a passionate advocate for performers and creatives. With a diverse background in casting, talent relations, and production, Naela has built a career centered around discovering, supporting, and elevating talent—both on and off stage.

Originally from Euless, Texas, Naela’s multicultural upbringing gave her a natural ability to connect with people from all backgrounds. After getting her start in entertainment through promotions with Radio Disney and studying TV production in high school, she moved to Los Angeles to pursue her passion—working her way up from production assistant to casting producer on major unscripted television shows.

Naela’s casting credits include multiple seasons of America’s Got Talent (Fremantle Media), where she helped cast a winner during her first season, as well as Naked and Afraid (Discovery), Hungry Investors (Spike), Bam’s Badass Game Show (TBS), and most recently Beast Games (Netflix). What sets Naela apart is her commitment to truly understanding the artists she works with—attending dozens of comedy festivals nationwide, sitting through showcases, and forming real, lasting relationships with performers.

Prior to joining Mic Drop in 2025, Naela served as a Talent Manager for Comedy North, where she mentored up-and-coming comedians and provided guidance through the early stages of their careers. At Mic Drop, she continues that mission—scouting new talent, offering coaching, and helping artists develop their branding, professionalism, and industry presence.
Known for her warmth, dedication, and direct insight, Naela continues to be a trusted voice across comedy stages, casting rooms, and industry events—showing up not just as a professional, but as a true partner to the performers she champions.

Kalea McNeill is an actor/standup comedian from the bay area. She gained a love for performance at an early age through various plays, oratorical competitions, and community events. She graduated from Clark Atlanta University with a BA in Theatre Arts and made the move to Los Angeles to pursue her career.

She is most known for her recurring character “Hanifa Downey” on CW’s Crazy Ex Girlfriend (season 4), and various television guest spots. In 2022 Kalea was selected for the prestigious Just For Laughs Comedy Festival in Montreal as a “New Face of Comedy”. Since then, she has taped with Comedy Central, Don’t Tell Comedy and is a favorite at the Netflix is a Joke Festival and the Moontower Comedy Festival in Austin, TX. Her debut (Grammy Considered) comedy special “Sma’am” is now available on Amazon Prime Video, and can also be heard as an album wherever you stream.

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