Stacey Dutton is an entertainment executive, creative producer, and strategic talent consultant with over three decades of experience across the music, television, and film industries. Her multifaceted career spans producing, casting, talent management, brand development, content creation, and on-air hosting—earning her a reputation as a visionary with both creative intuition and business acumen. Stacey began her career in the music industry as EVP and Talent Manager at C. Winston Simone Management and Deston Entertainment, where she helped shape the careers of multi-platinum recording artists, award-winning producers, songwriters, and comedians. Her deep expertise in talent scouting, artist development, and contract negotiations positioned her as a trusted force behind the scenes during a transformative era in entertainment. Her path evolved seamlessly into television, where she became the original on-air host of Clean Sweep, the Discovery Network/TLC hit series. After stepping off camera, she transitioned into producing and casting, becoming the sole Casting Director for the Emmy Award-winning Clean House on The Style Network. Since then, she has cast, produced, and consulted on a wide array of scripted and unscripted series for major networks and streaming platforms, known for her keen ability to identify compelling talent and craft emotionally resonant stories. In addition to her work in entertainment, Stacey is a lifelong advocate and entrepreneur. She is deeply committed to mentoring emerging talent and championing causes that reflect her values, including animal welfare and support for children in the foster care system. She is also a skilled brand strategist and co-owner of Un Amor Agave, a thriving agave farm in Mexico, and a proud part of the award-winning Cazcanes Tequila family. Now in her sixties, Stacey brings the full force of her lived experience to her writing. The Sovereign Self is the culmination of decades spent navigating personal evolution, creative reinvention, raising her children and emotional mastery. It is a book informed not only by a colorful life but by the earned wisdom that comes from asking deeper questions at every stage. She is the founder of Live Sovereign Self, a developing platform dedicated to guiding women in their third act toward depth, discernment, and unapologetic presence. Stacey lives in Connecticut, with her husband and their beloved rescue dog, Chili.