The "PM" is W. Patrick McGannon, founder and president of PM GIGS Inc.

Pat's career in music began at age 4. He has been playing music for over 33 years and playing in bands for over 20 years. He currently manages the Dino Martinis and plays piano and trumpet in the band since the group was founded in 1994. He has released three Cd's and three music videos with the band. Touring has included many trips across Canada, the United States, and most recently Europe.

He has also worked as a freelance audio technician since 1987 in Calgary and has done several tours with local bands. He continues to freelance in this area.

At the forefront of his passion for music, has been his passion for business. Pat worked in the corporate sector as a purchaser and contracts manager for 16 years. He has been highly trained in negotiation skills and managed a spend portfolio of over $30 million for NOVA Chemicals for over five years.

Pat has a diploma in Business Administration and won the scholarship award from the Purchasing Management of Canada (PMAC) while studying at Mount Royal College. He also attained the Certified Professional Purchaser designation in 1995 and maintains his membership in the PMAC to this day.

When you're dealing with PM GIGS, you're dealing with a knowledgeable professional that understands the music business, understands the needs of musicians and clients, and brings those needs together using the highest quality of entertainment in the music business.

Call PM GIGS today! It will be music to your ears!
CREDENTIALS:

• 36 years piano
• 22 years bass guitar
• 8 years trumpet
• 16 years corporate business experience
• Business Administration Diploma - Mount Royal College
• Certified Professional Purchaser Designation
• Professional Negotiation Skills Training
• 11 years player/manager in Dino Martinis
• 14 years live audio experience
• Session musician since 1989 on local artists albums