Patrick Whalen, CEO of Backstage Productions Inc, talked with us about production management, the vibe of Solar GNP festival, stories of working with iconic acts, the beginnings and growth of his company, and the comeback of the live entertainment industry.Patrick has more than 30 years in the live entertainment industry, working with icons such as Prince, Tears for Fears, Linkin Park, Devo, Stone Temple Pilots, and with top organizations such as MTV, The International Olympic Committee, BBC, and VHI.