The context of the following conversation is Ash gave Jan's name to Aubrey so Aubrey could coordinate a successful event at the store with Jan's expertise.:
Ash says I heard you needed Jan's name so you can set up this successful event.
The friend responds thank you, I needed that so bad and now I can use her expertise to make the show better.
Ash responds I think she can help you advertise so you can get more people to attend.
The friend responds i really hope so or else my boss is going to kill me if I don't.