Todd Steadman

Senior Operations

With nearly 24 years of extensive experience, Todd Steadman is a distinguished Senior Executive currently serving as a Consultant for Crito Hospitality.

Todd Steadman’s most recent role before joining Crito Hospitality was as the Executive Director of the Sunset Strip Association, a position he held for nearly eleven years. During his tenure, Steadman spearheaded the renowned Sunset Strip Music Festival (SSMF), earning accolades such as being named “one of the top Summer Music Festivals” by Rolling Stone, “one of Southern California’s top festivals and fairs” by BizBash, and “one of the major destination events on the West Coast” by Pollstar. Steadman’s skillful sponsorship acquisitions, including partnerships with brands like Jack Daniel’s, Gibson Guitars, Budweiser, Monster Energy, Virgin America, Red Bull, Herradura, and Land Rover, contributed to generating over $9 million in support of the Sunset Strip Music Festival and Sunset Strip Business Association.

In addition to these accomplishments, Steadman introduced the innovative ‘Sunset Strip Market,’ a vibrant showcase of artisan vendors, live entertainment, and craft beers, which earned recognition as the “best market” by Time Out and received acclaim in publications like the LA Times and LA Weekly. He also orchestrated the highly successful Sunset Strip Guitar Town public art exhibit in collaboration with the Gibson Foundation, unveiling this remarkable project to millions of viewers through programs such as CBS Morning Show, KTLA, and Eye on LA.

Prior to his remarkable tenure at the Sunset Strip Association, Steadman made significant contributions to the Beverly Hills and Tucson Chambers of Commerce. In these roles, he played a pivotal part in steering influential business retention programs that addressed the diverse needs of over 150 major employers in Beverly Hills and Tucson.

Todd Steadman holds a Bachelor’s of Science Degree in Geography and Regional Development, which he earned from the University of Arizona in Tucson, Arizona. commitment to excellence in the field of hospitality and beyond.