Tim Miller

CEO @ Phunnel & Yadara | Building the Future of Ticketing & Live Events | 4× Founder | Secondary Marketplaces | Dynamic Pricing | AI | Ex-TickPick, Qcue, Wasserman

Austin, Texas, United States

About

I build and scale ticketing and live-event businesses that fans actually love using. Currently I’m the co-founder and CEO of Phunnel (2019–present) – the fastest-growing independent ticketing platform in North America – and CEO of Yadara (2022–present), a next-gen secondary marketplace with full price transparency and AI-driven pricing. Previously: Grew Qcue’s dynamic-pricing revenue 30%+ YoY for 4 straight years (later acquired by SeatGeek) Scaled TickPick’s primary inventory partnerships by $40M+ annually Founded and exited Athlete Management Australia Cut my teeth in London selling corporate hospitality for Wasserman, Live Nation, and Green Room Sports What I’m best at: Turning complex ticket inventory into simple, high-conversion buyer/seller experiences Closing (and keeping) league, team, promoter, and venue partnerships Building remote-first teams that move fast and over-deliver Raising capital and delivering investor returns in the live-events space Currently obsessed with killing “face-value + hidden fees” forever and making the secondary market work for fans instead of against them. If you’re a team, artist, promoter, investor, or just hate paying $150 in fees on a $100 ticket — let’s talk. Open to board roles, advisory seats, and the occasional strong coffee.

Experience

  • Chief Executive Officer at Phunnel
    Aug 2019 - Present · 6 yrs 11 mos

    • Spearheaded the development of MyTicketsPOS, an innovative international ticket point of sale system. • Oversaw automated listing and purchase order creation to streamline ticket sales processes. • Implemented dynamic pricing strategies and efficient order processing to enhance user experience.

  • Chief Executive Officer at Yadara
    Apr 2022 - Present · 4 yrs 3 mos

    I played a pivotal role in shaping Yadara's vision as a leading live event ticket marketplace. • Directed the acquisition of event tickets globally, enhancing our inventory across multiple entertainment sectors. • Cultivated strong relationships with event organizers to ensure a diverse ticket selection for our customers. • Implemented strategies to improve user experience on Yadara.com, making ticket purchasing more accessible.

  • Strategy, Planning and Partnerships at TickPick
    Jun 2018 - Jul 2019 · 1 yr 2 mos

    • Spearheaded strategic planning initiatives to drive growth and enhance partnerships at TickPick. • Successfully raised $40MM in growth equity, significantly boosting the company's financial position. • Acquired over $300MM in new inventory through strategic partnerships, expanding market reach. • Contributed to TickPick's reputation as a leading player in the secondary ticket market.

  • VP, Sales and Service at Qcue, Inc.
    Mar 2013 - Apr 2018 · 5 yrs 2 mos

    • Spearheaded national and international sales initiatives, focusing on partnerships with Major League Baseball, NFL, NBA, and NHL teams. • Directed business development for Qcue's secondary market 'Resale Tool', collaborating with top brokers in North America. • Established strategic partnerships with leading ticketing systems and resale marketplaces, enhancing Qcue's market presence. • Led operations teams in primary and secondary markets, ensuring data integrity and effective pricing strategies.

  • CEO at Athlete Management Australia
    Aug 2008 - Mar 2013 · 4 yrs 8 mos