President and co-founder Connor Pasich is a musician and producer with recording credits on guitar, creative credits in music video production, and production experience in rock, hip-hop, and electronic music. With a bachelor’s degree in economics from Rice University, where he also taught a specialized course on the music business and its digital formats, Connor consults on all aspects of the label. He has also participated in the MEMES music business institute at UCLA’s Anderson School of Management.

Co-founder Kirk Pasich has been named by Variety as one of the Top 50 Entertainment Lawyers in the U.S., by Daily Journal as one of the Top 100 Attorneys in California, and by Los Angeles Business Journal as one of the city’s Top 10 Litigators. Again, all while owning and operating a record label described by Forbes at the most artist-friendly indie label around. With 30 years of experience advising clients in the entertainment industry, representing major motion picture studios and record companies, actors and musicians, from Woody Herman to Chris Cornell, as well as directors, producers, and authors, one may think being a personal manager and music critic is out of the question. Not for Kirk. Kirk’s hands-on and engagement at every level of the label is what makes Blue Élan so artist-friendly. Kirk continues to hold an active role in Blue Élan as a producer on many of the label's projects. 

Kirk is also a classically trained organist and served on the boards of the National Academy of Jazz, the Woody Herman Foundation, and the Alliance for Children's Rights.

Kim Umanoff is a former managing associate of Liner LLP with an entertainment law background and extensive experience in contract negotiation and transactional law. Kim received her J.D. from the University of Southern California's Gould School of Law and her bachelor's degree from Cornell University, where her study of music history began. Kim also completed post-graduate coursework in music publishing, music business and entertainment law at UCLA.  In addition to overseeing all legal aspects of the label, Kim ensures that the proper operational controls, administrative and reporting procedures, human resource procedures, and financial strategy are implemented.

Mary Jurey is a recovering Deadhead who came to Blue Élan from Triple 8 Management, where she was the Director of Finance. Previously, she had long stints at New West Records and Playing In Traffic Records as Director of A&R Coordination/Production and General Manager, respectively. At Loophole Management she managed Grammy winning artist Los Lonely Boys, and she honed her A&R chops under the legendary John D. Kalodner at Columbia Records, after beginning her career assisting 5-time Grammy winner Mary Chapin Carpenter. Mary also served as Project Coordinator for the multi-platinum series Live From Austin, TX.  As Chief Business Officer of Blue Élan, Mary is heavily involved in all aspects of our artist’s day-to-day campaigns and personally project manages several artists. Her 20-years of industry experience means she has seen the industry shift, several times, and is uniquely situated to guide Blue Élan and enhance its ability to serve each artist, across multiple genres, from baby bands to legacy superstars.

Eddie Eastabrooks is an accomplished music industry professional with over 20 years of experience working with labels, publishers, managers, artists, music supervisors, physical and digital retail accounts, and distributors. Before joining Blue Élan, Eddie oversaw domestic sales, sync licensing and royalties at Side One Dummy Records. In that position Eddie fostered artists including Flogging Molly, The Gaslight Anthem, Gogol Bordello, The Mighty Mighty Bosstones, Chuck Ragan, Bedouin Soundclash, Audra Mae, as well as the annual Warped Tour Compilation series. Eddie oversees all manufacturing, worldwide distribution and sales activities. Somehow, he also finds the time to project manage several acts on the label.

Kacy has been a fundamental part of Blue Élan’s growth since she joined the Blue Élan Records team in 2016. After graduating from UCLA with a passion for music, she worked her way up the ranks to Chief Social Initiative Officer, where she implements policy and oversees campaigns to manifest the label’s commitment to human, civil and equal rights, and works to provide access to those underrepresented in the music industry. In addition to leading social initiatives, Kacy project manages a handful of artists. Kacy also coordinates private concerts, special appearances, showcases, and other special events put on by Blue Élan.

Niels Schroeter has over 20 year’s experience in artist management and independent label operations. Niels previously served as General Manager of Warner-distributed label, Surfdog Records. In this position, Niels was an integral part of the company’s evolution from unfunded start-up to generating millions of dollars in annual revenue, propelling the careers of such revered artists as Brian Setzer, Dave Stewart, Jason Newsted, Slightly Stoopid, and others.

Shannon Moore grew up in the San Fernando Valley of Los Angeles, CA. She earned a degree from University of the Pacific in Arts & Entertainment Management, and has over a decade of experience at independent labels. Shannon brings refined marketing, product management, social media, and event planning experience and  works to develop, analyze and implement marketing strategies across the entire Blue Élan label family.

Colin Devlin is a critically acclaimed Irish singer-songwriter and member of the band The Devlins, whose songs have been featured everywhere from HBO promotional campaigns, to the soundtrack for Batman Forever. Colin brings an artist’s perspective to the Blue Élan team. He helps guide and advise artists in navigating and implementing their own creative visions, as well as co-writing and producing.

Connie Cham joined the Blue Élan team after graduating from UC Irvine in 2017, where she obtained a degree in economics. Connie has over 8 years of customer service experience with a focus on e-commerce. Connie works closely with Eddie to facilitate production, distribution, licensing, and overall sales of Blue Élan music. Connie also adds her skills to the marketing, social initiatives, and licensing, and sync teams within the label.

D’Andrée “Dee” Galipeau joined the Blue Élan family in September 2017, after graduating from the Academy of Art University in San Francisco, with a degree in Communications and Media Technologies. Her multi-faceted role encompasses visual content production, artwork design and creating static/motion graphic media for artist and label campaigns. 

Aaron Bock spent years playing keyboards and trumpet in numerous bands and orchestras. After graduating from UCSB with a degree in Communication, and after training with an internationally recognized social media engineer, Aaron came to Blue Élan eager to apply his knowledge and personal experience to the world of music and artist development. With two years of indie experience under his belt, Aaron now project manages a few Blue Élan artists, assists with all things marketing, and runs the company’s official social channels.