Meet the Team

At Luna Merch, we firmly believe that prioritizing the success of all stakeholders in the entertainment ecosystem leads to a win-win scenario, ultimately resulting in greater financial success for everyone involved. As a family-run business, our father-daughter duo combines over 25 years of industry experience. Ricky's impressive background includes touring with legendary artists like Madonna, Fleetwood Mac, Chicago, and Aerosmith, as well as managing top venues such as the LA Forum and Allegiant Stadium, where he helped position Allegiant as the top-grossing venue in the country. Meanwhile, Kristie brings her extensive background as a national political consultant, fundraiser, and crisis management expert, having advised political leaders and major CEOs on strategic development and public affairs.

Together, we launched Luna Merch in 2023 to create an integrated experience that not only enhances interactions among artists, venues, vendors, and fans but also ensures that each component thrives. We believe that a rising tide lifts all boats. By focusing on the collective success of all parties, we maximize profitability and satisfaction. When everyone wins, the entire ecosystem flourishes—leading to increased revenues and a more enjoyable experience for fans and artists alike. Luna Merch is dedicated to offering comprehensive services, including storage, delivery, vendor hiring, and training, to create a seamless, successful experience that benefits all stakeholders.

  • Co- Founder

    Ricky Stiles is a household name in the concert merchandise industry. With over two decades of experience in the concert merchandise and concert touring industry. He has toured with some of the biggest names in the industry including Madonna, Chicago, Mary J Blige, Lil Wayne, Fleetwood Mac, and Chris Issac to name a few. In addition to managing some of the world’s most iconic and busiest venues in the country such as the LA Forum, and Allegiant Stadium.

    Ricky's extensive background includes serving as a Room Manager at Isleta Amphitheater and Sandia Resort & Casino in Albuquerque, New Mexico, where he oversaw merchandise sales and staffing for all shows. He held a similar position at Verizon Wireless Amphitheater in San Antonio, Texas.

    Ricky is based in Las Vegas, NV and attended Dallas Baptist College on a baseball scholarship.

  • Co-Founder

    Kristie is an experienced professional with over two decades of experience in devising development strategies, fundraising, and public affairs approaches. She has a strong track record of connecting clients to global political and business networks and has been a senior consultant on notable political campaigns, including those of Attorneys General Letitia James (NY), Raul Torrez (NM), and Kwame Raoul (IL), as well as Presidential Candidate Beto O’Rourke.

    Prior to her consulting career, Kristie served on the staff of the Presidential campaigns of Vice President Al Gore (2000) and Congressman Richard Gephardt (2004), as well as the gubernatorial campaigns of New York Governors Eliot Spitzer and David A. Paterson.

    She holds a BA in Journalism and Political Science from Southern Methodist University.

    Kristie is a proud citizen of the Muskogee Creek Tribe and currently resides in Santa Fe, NM, with her husband, Marius Muresanu, a gallerist and fine arts photographer, and their daughter, Aurelia.

“Our management team's collective dedication to excellence, innovation, diversity, and client satisfaction is at the core of Luna Merch's mission. With decades of experience in the concert merchandise industry, complemented by fresh perspectives and a commitment to continuous improvement, we are well-equipped to lead the way in event merchandise vending and create memorable experiences for our clients and their audiences. “ — Luna Merch Team