Breaking Benjamin performing during Danny Wimmer Presents’ Louder Than Life. Photo Credit: MitchDoner
After close to 11 years at the helm of Danny Wimmer Presents, CEO Danny Hayes has “made the difficult decision to part ways” with the Louder Than Life organizer.
Hayes confirmed his exit in a message posted to LinkedIn as well as Instagram. Despite spanning north of 200 words, the announcement doesn’t shed light on the precise circumstances surrounding his departure from Danny Wimmer Presents, which set sail in 2011.
But as mentioned, the text does describe the decision as “difficult” – indicating as well that Hayes had discussed and finalized the move with the festival promoter’s namesake founder.
“After 10 incredible years,” Hayes wrote, “Wimmer and I have made the difficult decision to part ways. This wasn’t easy, but we both knew the time was right. Wimmer has bought out my shares and will continue leading DWP into the future. I have nothing but love, respect, and appreciation for him, and I know he will continue to do great things.”
In a statement provided to Pollstar, Wimmer was similarly light on details and heavy on praise, noting in part that “[b]reakups are never easy, especially when there’s history and heart involved.” Wimmer also wished Hayes “nothing but success in whatever comes next.”
On this front, Hayes stopped short of confirming the next steps in his career.
“I’ll always be a fan as I prepare for my next adventure,” Hayes proceeded. “I don’t know what that is yet, but I do know that DWP, the fans, the bands, the vendors, the partners, and every single person who has been part of this journey—past and present—has made this an experience I will cherish forever.”
However, the attorney did disclose that his executive assistant, Ashley Shuman, “has already signed on for the next adventure with me.” And in a separate LinkedIn post, Shuman reiterated that this adventure’s particulars aren’t set in stone.
“Moving forward- Hayes and I are no longer with DWP,” Shuman added in part. “DWP will always hold a special place in my heart and I can’t wait to see what the team does next. Hayes and I have worked side by side for the past three years, and while we don’t know exactly what’s next, we’ll figure it out and continue working together.”
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