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Leading provider of hospitality technology Kappture has chosen Galway City as the location for the expansion of its Software Development Hub with the creation of at least 20 new roles. Currently operating out of The Portershed, the team will focus on the development of its cutting-edge AI platform, BRISK, as well as innovating on its core EPOS solutions. Kappture works with some of the world's most iconic live event brands including Croke Park, Thomond Park, six English Premier League clubs, Ascot, Cheltenham, Aintree, Punchestown, Celtic FC, Olympique Lyonnais, ASM Global and many more. Developed in Galway, BRISK is a world leading AI computer vision action tracking platform. It's first application will be for food & beverage retail at sports and live event venues. Using edge compute, BRISK is the first and only solution of its kind to offer instant payments with a human-free checkout experience. BRISK will remove the all too familiar experience of long queues for food & beverages at your favourite sports matches, concerts, and other live events. The first deployment is now live with Norwich FC with many more planned across Ireland, the UK and globally. Kappture is backed by Irish private equity investor Renatus Capital Partners. This project is supported by the Irish Government through IDA Ireland. Minister for Enterprise Tourism & Employment Peter Burke said: "Great news that Kappture, a leading provider of hospitality technology, has chosen Galway City for their new Software Development Hub, with the creation of 20 jobs. With a focus on innovative new AI technologies, the new office will provide exciting and transformative job opportunities for the locality. Galway is key hub for technology companies, and I very much welcome Kappture to this thriving ecosystem. Congratulations to the team on this new initiative." Kappture is currently recruiting in the areas of computer vision software engineering, software development as well as other commercial and operational roles as it builds out its team. To explore opportunities to join the team visit: Kappture - Careers Neil Haran, CTO of Kappture said "We are delighted to receive support from the IDA Ireland as we look to expand our activities in Ireland both for BRISK and our core EPOS activities. BRISK is the world's only solution that can take payments for food & beverages instantly with no human interaction. BRISK has global applications to remove the pain points of queues at live events, to make it a better experience for fans and more efficient for venue operators. Our ambition is to bring highly skilled talent to Galway and to increase its standing as a hub for AI, innovation and creativity" Michael Lohan, CEO of IDA Ireland said "Kappture's decision to expand its software development operations in Galway underscores Ireland's growing reputation as a global hub for technology and innovation. Galway, with its vibrant tech ecosystem, skilled talent pool, and collaborative community, offers an ideal environment for companies developing cutting-edge solutions. This investment not only highlights the city's attractiveness for scaling ambitious tech ventures but also reinforces Ireland's position at the forefront of AI and digital transformation." For more information, visit Experience More - Kappture[AN1] and see BRISK in action here: BRISK See more stories here. More about Irish Tech News Irish Tech News are Ireland's No. 1 Online Tech Publication and often Ireland's No.1 Tech Podcast too. You can find hundreds of fantastic previous episodes and subscribe using whatever platform you like via our Anchor.fm page here: https://anchor.fm/irish-tech-news If you'd like to be featured in an upcoming Podcast email us at Simon@IrishTechNews.ie now to discuss. Irish Tech News have a range of services available to help promote your business. Why not drop us a line at Info@IrishTechNews.ie now to find out more about how we can help you reach our audience. You can also find and follow us...

Michael Krouse, president and CEO of the Greater Ontario, California CVB, aka GOCAL, and regional vice president convention centers for ASM Global, shares details on a massive expansion project that will double the size of the Ontario Convention Center (including a parking garage that can double as an event venue!) as well as a new entertainment district, Empire Sports Complex and baseball stadium, and an expansion of Ontario International Airport and a downtown improvement project.

It's Episode 100 and we're running it all the way back to Episode 1 by having back on our first return guest – Nina Jackson, Director of Marketing & Public Relations at NRG Park, an ASM Global managed property in Houston, TX. Nina oversees marketing and PR at NRG Park, a 300 acre sports and entertainment complex that hosts over 500 events and over 5.5 million people a year – which includes NRG Stadium (home to Houston Texans and Houston Livestock Show & Rodeo), NRG Center (1.4 million square foot exhibition center), NRG Arena, and 26K onsite parking spaces which are also used for events. After catching up with Nina about the last four years since we had her on as a guest, we talk about team building, hiring tips, and how to create a great culture in the workplace. We learn about how NRG Park venues support and provide for the community outside of hosting events and chat through current challenges facing live event marketers. To know Nina is to love her and she's truly one of our all time favorite people and guests. You're sure to love this episode brimming with fun stories, a discussion about hosting the Beyoncé Bowl, and lots of laughs.Nina Jackson: LinkedIn | EmailNRG Park: Facebook | Instagram | X/Twitter ––––––ADVENTURES IN VENUELANDFollow on Instagram, LinkedIn, Facebook, or X/TwitterLearn more about Event & Venue Marketing ConferenceMeet our team:Paul Hooper | Co-host, Booking, Branding & MarketingDave Redelberger | Co-host & Guest ResearchMegan Ebeck | Marketing, Design & Digital AdvertisingSamantha Marker | Marketing, Copywriting & PublicityCamille Faulkner | Audio Editing & MixingHave a suggestion for a guest or bonus episode? We'd love to hear it! Send us an email.

Title: Future of Venues Guests: Carl Thomas, SVP, AEG Global

This week on An Eventful Life, we welcome a true icon of the entertainment and venue management industry: Tim Worton, Group Director - Arenas at ASM Global.With an extraordinary career spanning 33 years, including 25 years with ASM Global, Tim has been at the forefront of shaping live performance venues across the Asia-Pacific region. From his beginnings as a financial expert to managing some of the world's most iconic arenas, Tim's journey is nothing short of inspiring.In this episode, we explore:

It's a party all day in RVA! Join us on the east coast as we head to Richmond, Virginia to chat with Brittany Herndon, Director of Sales & Marketing for Altria Theater and Dominion Energy Center – both managed by ASM Global. Brittany, who also serves as Regional Marketing Director for ASM Global's theatrical venues, tells us about Richmond and what it's like working at gorgeous, historic theaters. With multiple Pollstar Award nominations, learn what it is like working for the number one theater in Virginia, what a typical theater season looks like, and how marketing for a theater varies from marketing at larger venues. We dig into tips for working with and building trust with promoters - how to challenge and suggest alternatives to requests, fleshing out plans to make them more valuable, and knowing when the juice is worth the squeeze. Brittany walks us through her career adventure, from attending Sweet Briar College with an interest in being a film composer to various marketing jobs to finally landing in the live event industry, and various guidance she received along the way. From fun stories to career advice - enjoy this great episode that may inspire you to visit a historic theater, support your local parks department, and pursue your next great opportunity.Brittany Herndon: Instagram | LinkedInAltria Theater: Facebook | Instagram | TikTokDominion Energy Center: Facebook | Instagram | TikTok ––––––ADVENTURES IN VENUELANDFollow on Instagram, LinkedIn, Facebook, or X/TwitterLearn more about Event & Venue Marketing ConferenceMeet our team:Paul Hooper | Co-host, Booking, Branding & MarketingDave Redelberger | Co-host & Guest ResearchMegan Ebeck | Marketing, Design & Digital AdvertisingSamantha Marker | Marketing, Copywriting & PublicityCamille Faulkner | Audio Editing & MixingHave a suggestion for a guest or bonus episode? We'd love to hear it! Send us an email.

The US Open continues to grow its revenue; What Diamond Sports' deal with some NBA/NHL teams could mean; The Big XII eyeing UConn for potential expansion and Legends completes acquisition of ASM Global

Welcome to 2nd Amendment Radio & the Great Outdoors with Bo Matthews & Marc Cox - as always produced by Carl Middleman (Pew Pew)! First, Marc & Bo talk about their respective vacations. Next, Tim Jorgensen, VP for Arenas, Stadiums and Theater Division for ASM Global, to discuss the May 25 inaugural grand opening of the new Thunder Ridge Nature Arena. Nestled in the heart of Missouri's renowned Ozarks just a few miles from Branson, Thunder Ridge is heralded as one of the most iconic amphitheaters/arenas in all of North America.  The breathtaking, nature-based outdoor venue is the first of its kind in the world & combines the natural beauty of the lush forests & surrounding lakes with beautiful architecture that seamlessly blends into the surrounding environment. It is the only amphitheater in the world that is dedicated to conservation & proceeds from every event will benefit The Johnny Morris Conservation Foundation, is one of the premier conservation non-profits operating in the world today. Finally, Greg Simos is the Event Organizer for the St. Louis County Greek Festival. It is next weekend May 24-27 (beautiful church tours, outdoor fest with folk dancing, traditional music, all the Greek cuisine), and there is also a 5k Run for charity on Saturday. It is at Assumption Greek Orthodox Church - 1755 Des Peres Rd, Des Peres, MO 63131.  It is a Cashless venue, so bring your debit/credit card. stlgreekfest.com    Segment 3: Marc is back from Italy

Maybe it's a concert headlining Beyonce, U2, or Taylor Swift? Or perhaps your favorite NFL team is playing their rivals this weekend? Perhaps you prefer events that allow for some more personal creative expression like GenCon or Comic-Con? While we have our personal preferences, few things compare to meeting up with thousands of like-minded people or fans for live events. But those gatherings don't just happen out of the blue, and just like any other business, the experience matters. And ASM Global just released a new study that highlights what audiences are demanding in regards to live event experiences. Host Sara Walker welcomes Alex Merchan, chief marketing officer for ASM Global, a venue management and live event production company, to discuss their recent study on global audience trends. Find a transcript for this episode on the show notes page: https://cxleaderpodcast.com/give-the-audience-what-they-want/ Learn more about ASM Global at https://www.asmglobal.com/ Listen to more episodes at https://cxleaderpodcast.com/ Learn more about Walker at https://walkerinfo.com/  

Originally uploaded April 3rd, re-edited April 26th. Chris Holman welcomes back Scott Keith, CVE, President & CEO at the Lansing Entertainment and Public Facilities Authority (LEPFA), Lansing, MI. 23 years with LEPFA and 14 years in leadership, what are some accomplishments you would care to highlight? In mid-March this topic was announced through a news release: LEPFA Board of Commissioners Announce President & CEO-Scott Keith, CVE Resignation Lansing, MI - It is with sadness and gratitude that the Lansing Entertainment & Public Facilities Authority (LEPFA) Board of Commissioners announces Scott Keith's departure as President & CEO with the Authority effective April 12, 2024. Scott started with LEPFA in July 2001 as the Operations Manager, promoted to Vice President of Operations in April of 2005, and became the President & CEO in March 2010. Scott played a critical role in the development, changes, and success of the organization, and while we will miss his leadership and steadfastness, we wish him all the best in his new endeavor as General Manager of the North Charleston Coliseum, North Charleston Performing Arts Center, and Charleston Area Convention Center with ASM Global. We thank Scott for his nearly 23 years with the organization and over 14 years as President & CEO (longest tenured President in LEPFA's history) in service to the Lansing community. Among his many accomplishments, including: Increasing revenues at LEPFA managed properties by nearly 35% since 2010 Successfully transitioning Silver Bells in the City event operations to LEPFA Successfully transitioning Groesbeck Golf Course to management by LEPFA thus increasing golf play and revenues by 40% and eliminating the city contribution by nearly $400,000 Managing capital projects of LEPFA managed properties of nearly $60M since 2005. Successfully negotiating and completing a strategic agreement with Choose Lansing for increased sales efforts and funding for the Lansing Center and the region/city. Negotiating and completing a renewed 10-year operating agreement with the City of Lansing and LEPFA. Helping to lead the charge in increasing the economic impact of LEPFA managed facilities/events by over $10M annually, while increasing attributable room nights by nearly 30%. Nearly 20 years as co-producer of the Common Ground Music Festival. Successfully completed his Certified Venue Executive designation in 2022. Launched the MargaritaFest, Greens & Grains, and Grand Concert Series events. Over the next few weeks, the Board of Commissioners will begin the transition and succession plan for the direction of leadership at LEPFA. “During this transition period, it's the priority of the LEPFA Board of Commissioners to find the best individual to lead, while still maintaining a stable and effective team to continue the task of fulfilling the mission of the Authority. We will share additional information as we continue along this successful path,” said Chairmen Kenric Hall, LEPFA Board of Commissioners. As a graduate of Liberty University, Georgia Southern University, and programs in the management of public assembly facilities through the University of Michigan and IAVM, Scott's long career began in the private management of various facilities around the U.S. and landed him in Lansing as a great place to further develop his career and raise a family. “It has been my privilege to serve as the President & CEO of LEPFA since 2010 and I have been blessed with the opportunity to work with a team of talented and dedicated teammates and colleagues. I am incredibly proud of the accomplishments we have all achieved together during my tenure here, “said Scott. “I am confident that the Authority will continue to thrive under the capable leadership of my successor.” ###

Lindsay Arell joined Trade Show Talk to share her experience as the CEO of Honeycomb Strategies, a consulting firm she launched in 2009 to provide innovative sustainable operational strategies for the hospitality, sports and events industry. Today some of her clients include: SoFi Stadium, Philadelphia Eagles, Minnesota Vikings, Informa, Emerald, Freeman and VISIT DENVER. In April 2024, she was also appointed chief sustainability officer of ASM Global, a venue management company that operates more than 350 convention centers, arenas, stadiums and theaters around the globe. We talked about her ambitious plans to execute a portfolio-wide framework for reaching sustainability goals like diverting more than 50% of waste overall and eliminating front-of-house single-use plastic by 2025. She shared insight on sustainability trends and challenges right now and what's meaningful when it comes to event and venue certification. Find out why she thinks sustainability has (finally) shifted from obligation to opportunity in 2024. Our guest Lindsay Arell has been pioneering sustainability efforts for the live event industry for two decades for professional sports teams, venues and events of all kinds. She began her career in the industry in 2003 as event manager at the Colorado Convention Center in Denver. She also worked at Freeman before returning to the Colorado Convention Center as the country' s first Sustainability Manager for a convention center. Her first big event was the Democratic National Convention, in which the Denver mayor had the goal for the most “sustainable convention in history.”   After that success, she launched Honeycomb Strategies in  2009. Honeycomb Strategies is a consulting firm devoted to innovative and sustainable operation strategies for the hospitality, sports, and events industry. Going beyond the environment, the company approaches sustainability as an opportunity to engage and create community. Rather than a checklist, they work with partners to understand their goals, priorities, and impacts of today and for the future. Today some of her clients include: SoFi Stadium, Philadelphia Eagles, Minnesota Vikings, Informa, Emerald, Freeman, and VISIT DENVER. In 2022, Arell was tapped to led the development of the ASM Global Acts Sustainability Plan, an ambitious, portfolio-wide framework for reaching sustainability goals for the world's largest venue manager. In 2023, ASM rolled out its plan to convert its portfolio into the most sustainable venues on Earth. In April 2024, she  was appointed chief sustainability officer (CSO) for ASM Global. Arell is past Chair of the Event Industry Council Sustainability Committee. She is based in Crested Butte, Colo. Her LinkedIn profile is available here. Podcast Host: Danica Tormohlen An award-winning journalist who has covered the trade show industry since 1994, Danica Tormohlen is VP of Content for Informa Connect. In her role, she oversees content for Trade Show News Network, Corporate Event News and Exhibit News Now. These leading media brands publish websites, newsletters, social media channels, video, podcasts and online and in-person programming for the trade show, corporate event and exhibition industries. Tormohlen currently serves on the executive committee for the Women in Exhibitions Network North America chapter. She has been a speaker and moderator at major industry events, including the TSNN Awards, IMEX, IAEE, SISO, UFI, ESCA and Large Show Roundtable — to name a few. Thank you to our sponsor!  What if you could prove your event is working with hard facts and learn how to make it even better? With Zenus's Ethical Vision AI, you can protect your budget and have detailed reporting. Learn how that's all possible at Zenus.AI 

Meet Eray Saban, the Assistant General Manager of ASM Jacksonville and the Director of EverBank Stadium, home to the Jacksonville Jaguars.As you'll learn in this episode, Eray is no stranger to a large stadium and event, and all of the challenges that come with it. From sports games, to sell-out concerts, to dealing with the FBI, his job is to make sure that every attendee has a safe and enjoyable experience.Previously, his roles have included Event Operations Manager at Kai Tak Sports Park in Hong Kong, Stadium Event Manager at Marvel Stadium, and Event Operations Coordinator at Tennis Australia.Lots to look out for, including how to break into the US sports industry, skills needed to manage large-scale events, and how to effectively manage and lead.Enjoy the episode!We cover:(01:25) Who is Eray Saban?(02:38) Reuben & Ryan welcome (07:40) What's happening in the SportsGrad Community? (11:08) Get to know Eray: Quick-Fire Questions(14:48) Who are ASM Global? (19:08) Journey from China to the US following his role at Marvel Stadium(24:28) How Eray navigates the safety and well-being of crowds at large events(29:52) Things people wouldn't know about event management(30:58) How Eray transitioned to living to the US(32:50) Application process for an NFL stadium(35:08) What to know about the US Visa process (38:52) How Eray used LinkedIn and networking to get hired for overseas roles(44:02) How differentiating yourself will get you your dream roles (47:16) Similarities and differences between the AFL and NFL(51:30) The investment that goes into public safety(52:58) Challenges as an event manager (57:37) How Eray has dealt with the transition into leadership(1:00:32) Advice that has shaped Eray's leadership skills(1:02:47) One action that you can do to start your event management career(1:05:50) ASK SPORTSGRADAdditional episodes you may enjoy:#41: Eray Saban (Marvel Stadium) - How to Launch your Career in Event Management#208: Kerry Gassner - How to make a career change into the sports industry---Want a weekly dose of career inspo? Get industry stories, upcoming events, and the latest sports jobs in your inbox each Friday.

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The Stockton Lantern Festival is an LED-light show taking place at the Stockton Ballpark throughout this winter. On today's episode of This is Stockton, Jason Perry, the General Manager of ASM Global, joins the show to give some key information for attendees and a rundown on what to expect at the event. Stockton Lantern Festival Visit Stockton This Is Stockton Website This Is Stockton Instagram This is Stockton is part of the Destination Marketing Podcast Network. It is hosted by Wes Rhea, Amy Alpers, and Anthony Esteves and produced by the team at Relic. To learn more about the Destination Marketing Podcast network and to listen to our other shows, please visit https://thedmpn.com/. If you are interested in becoming a part of the network, please email adam@relicagency.com.

Legends adding to it's arena and facility management portfolio in acquiring ASM Global; Steve Cohen's grand plan around Citi Field, Nashville Yards district to add CAA's Nashville office and college athletes to discuss their rights at the White House.

Legends is set to acquire venue management company ASM Global, Columbus Business First reflects on Ohio State AD Gene Smith's career & legacy, James Madison preps to fight for postseason eligibility and more. We would love to know what you think of the show and you can let us know on social media @D1ticker. If you are not subscribed to D1.ticker, you can and should subscribe at ⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠www.d1ticker.com/⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠.

ASM Global, an international venue management company and producer of live events, will operate the new Henrico Sports & Events Center, which is scheduled to open at Virginia Center Commons in October. The Henrico Sports & Entertainment Authority Board of Directors, which oversees the center, approved an initial five-year contract with ASM Global in July that may be extended annually up to five additional years. ASM Global also will manage the new arena at nearby GreenCity, which is scheduled to open in several years. “We are excited to partner with ASM Global to make the new Henrico Sports and Events...Article LinkSupport the show

This hour, guest host Ian Hoch speaks with General Manager of ASM Global. Evan Holmes, about the new renovations in the Caesars Superdome. 

Evan Holmes, General Manager of ASM Global, joins guest host Ian Hoch to talk about the new renovations in the Caesars Superdome. 

Front Row hears from the winner of this year's Yoto Carnegie Medal for Writing, which is awarded for a book for children or young people. Manon Steffan Ros has won for her novel The Blue Book of Nebo, the first time the prize has been awarded to a book in translation. Originally written in Welsh, it explores Welsh identity and culture. There are plans for eight new arenas across the UK, including ones in Cardiff, Bristol, Gateshead and Dundee. But does the UK really need more arenas when smaller, grassroots music venues are said to be struggling, closing at the rate of one per week? Mark Davyd, CEO of the Music Venue Trust, and Tom Lynch of ASM Global, who run arenas all over the world, discuss. Steven Rainey reports from the MAC, the Metropolitan Arts Centre, in Belfast, which has been shortlisted for this year's Art Fund Museum of the Year. The museum's chief executive Anne McReynolds and creative director Hugh Mulholland discuss how the venue has thrived as a creative hub in a Belfast looking to the future after the Troubles. Presenter: Nick Ahad Producer: Ekene Akalawu

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In celebration of World Art Day, Cox Business Convention Center and BOK Center, both ASM Global venues in Tulsa, OK, have teamed up with Downtown Tulsa Partnership to bring Chalk About Tulsa to Downtown businesses.

Join Afternoona Army host Lia and Friend-Of-The-Pod, Becky, for an in-depth conversation with Director of Premium Sales and Service for ASM Global at Oakland Arena, Bryan Watson. On February 14th, Min Yoongi aka Suga aka AgustD dropped a bomb on the fandom: he's going on world tour. This sent Lia and legions of other Suga biases into a spiral knowing that securing tickets would be tough and the best strategy was leaning into our collective power. It didn't take long for us to discover that suites were available for group purchasing at Oakland Arena--an option once dominated by corporations--but more accessible post-Covid. And as we  explored the suite logistics...Bryan achieved a minor celebrity status among those ARMY trying to see Suga X AgustD in the Bay Area. The TL;DR is our efforts worked and we can't wait to collectively celebrate D-Day (AgustD, D-2, and all those solos) on May 16th. But the behind-the-scenes world of concert operations intrigued us. We wanted to learn more how things worked and Bryan generously obliged!Show notes:Oakland ArenaOakland Arena SuitesBangtan TV (where AgustD Music Videos will be dropping like it's hot)AgustD D-Day is ComingWant to catch other great BTS content? Visit www.afternoonaarmy.com. Love K-dramas too? Check out our sister podcast www.afternoonadelight.com.

Attending concerts, sporting events, conferences, and other gatherings is a big part of our culture and could easily be considered the pinnacle of experience design. But there are so many elements that go into crafting the ideal event experience to make it truly memorable – how do you put it all together to exceed the high expectations of today's consumers? And how do you plan and manage blockbuster events like the Super Bowls, NCAA Final Fours, Olympics, World Cup, concerts from the world's biggest stars and the most important conferences and tradeshows on the planet? Host Steve Walker welcomes Alex Merchán, chief marketing officer at ASM Global, a leading venue management and services company who hosted the previously mentioned events, for a discussion on experience management for large events. Learn more about ASM Global at https://www.asmglobal.com/ Listen to more episodes at https://cxleaderpodcast.com/ Learn more about Walker at https://walkerinfo.com/ 

An attempt to divorce Virginia from California's progressive vehicle emissions standards failed in the Senate Agriculture, Conservation and Natural Resources committee Tuesday; Earlier this week, it was announced that ASM Global would operate the planned 17,000-seat arena in Green City; Henrico County property owners could be getting a tax rebate for the second consecutive year; and other local news stories.

One of the leading facility management companies in the world will operate the new 17,000-seat GreenCity arena, Henrico County and GreenCity officials announced Monday morning. ASM Global, which is based in Los Angeles and operates more than 350 stadiums, arenas, convention centers and other facilities on five continents, will join the GreenCity project to oversee and manage the arena, which officials promised will be “the greenest in America.” “For ASM Global, this is more than an arena – this is an opportunity to create an integrated and cohesive sports, entertainment and hospitality district that operates as one,” said ASM Global...Article LinkSupport the show

ASM Global CEO Ron Bension and Doug Thornton, the company's Global EVP of Arenas, Stadiums and Theaters join Bloomberg Business of Sports ahead of Super Bowl LVII. ASM Global operates State Farm Stadium in Glendale, AZ, the site of Super Bowl LVII (57) between the Kansas City Chiefs and Philadelphia Eagles. The two discuss the massive effort that goes into hosting America's biggest sporting event and how economic conditions are impacting their sprawling portfolio of venues. Plus, Bloomberg News Wealth Team Leader Brian Chappatta discusses the significance of LeBron James breaking Kareem Abdul-Jabbar's all-time NBA scoring record.  He also breaks down how Kevin Durant being traded to the Phoenix Suns presents an immediate windfall for new Suns owner Mat Ishbia, while dashing Nets owner Joe Tsai's championship dreams in Brooklyn for the near-term.See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Carl Thomas, Senior Vice President of Sales & Platform Development for ASM Global, discusses how the three-year-old company is creating opportunities for brands across the 350-plus venues it manages worldwide.For more information on the TicketManager Partner Summit, click here.

"The whole is greater than the sum of its parts. " That little pearl of Aristotelian wisdom is probably one of the most frequently used (or overused) phrases in the business world. But the meaning can be a little opaque at times. Well, unless you're Jason Oberlander, the Chief Commercial Officer for ASM Global. He knows exactly what it means. You see, Jason is charged with generating commercial activity for ASM's network of over 350 stadiums, arenas, convention centers and other facilities located around the world. Driving revenue is increasingly tied to constructing a single platform for his partners from all those different parts. In our conversation, Jason and I talk about how ASM plans to accomplish that lofty goal, lessons learned from the COVID era, what goes into developing a great partnership, and much more. You'll even get a little French lesson.

On this episode I chatted with two ASM Global employees about the ins and outs of Tulsas two biggest venues. The BOK Center is one of the best looking buildings in the state of Oklahoma. Host to some of the worlds mega artists on their US Tours. The Cox Business Convention Center is host to the regions largest events, conferences, charity galas and this years Oklahoma Hall of Fame induction ceremony.  www.bokcenter.com coxcentertulsa.com  This episode is presented by the following sponsors. The Oklahoma Hall of Fame at the Gaylord-Pickens Museum telling Oklahoma's story through its people since 1927. For more information on the Oklahoma Hall of Fame go to www.oklahomahof.com and for daily updates go to www.instagram.com/oklahomahof. The Chickasaw Nation is economically strong, culturally vibrant and full of energetic people dedicated to the preservation of family, community and heritage. www.chickasaw.net The Oklahoma 988 Mental Health Lifelife. 988 is the direct, three-digit lifeline that connects you with trained behavioral health professionals that can get all Oklahomans the help they need. Learn more by visiting www.988oklahoma.com Bedford Camera & Video use promo code "THISISOK" for 5% off your purchase and shop www.bedfordsokc.com #thisisoklahoma      

On today's episode, I'm joined by Karen Totaro, General Manager at Huntington Place - Detroit (ASM Global), for a conversation on how diversity strengthens hospitality organizations. Karen's foray into hospitality came in college, working at various arenas and stadiums. The excitement before a big event was almost tangible to her, and the thrill of hosting such an electric atmosphere drew her into the event industry where she's been ever since. Large events and conventions require a great team to be able to pull it all off, and Karen thinks that the team should embrace diversity to be successful. Different backgrounds and experiences bring in new perspectives and ideas, and having a diverse team means there's a better chance a client can mesh well with someone on staff, whatever their background. As Karen puts it, diversity is a superpower that elevates an organization to a new level of service. - Karen Totaro - Instagram - https://www.instagram.com/totaro411/?hl=en - Huntington Palace - Detroit (AMS Global) - https://www.huntingtonplacedetroit.com/ - Chris Cano - https://www.linkedin.com/in/chrismcano/ - Upshift - https://www.linkedin.com/company/upsh%C4%B1ft/ #hospitality #Foodservice If you enjoyed today's show, please leave a 5-star review. For more information and links to all of the resources mentioned in today's episode, visit HospitalityLeaderspodcast.com.

St. Catharines anti-racism committee says ventriloquist's show no laughing matterSt Catharines Standard, Saturday, August 27 2022Booking comedian Jeff Dunham for an upcoming show at the St. Catharines-owned Meridian Centre has the city's anti-racism advisory committee saying, Seriously?The committee is asking city councillors to request the Meridian Centre cancel the American ventriloquist's Nov. 20 show — something councillors will be discussing on Monday.At issue are characters used in Dunham's act and scheduled to be part of the North American “Jeff Dunham: Seriously?” tour that include a bearded skeleton puppet called Achmed the dead terrorist and a Latino puppet named “Jose Jalepeno.”A Black puppet, Sweet Daddy Dee who's a pimp, appears in Dunham's older online videos but has reportedly been retired from the act.A resolution from the committee, supported by the city's social sustainability committee, says the characters are based on racist stereotypes and have no place in a city-owned facility. “If the city is saying we're a compassionate city, we take a stand against racism, there's no room for racism or homophobia or misogyny here, then how can we have a performance that violates those policies on city property?” asked Saleh Waziruddin, chair of the city's anti-racism advisory committee in an interview.Waziruddin said holding the show would violate the city's own Rzone policy — a zero-tolerance approach to inappropriate behaviour and violence, including racism and hate speech, aimed at ensuring city spaces are inclusive for everyone.“You can't have it both ways,” he said. “You can't say you're a compassionate city against racism and then you do nothing when such a performance comes to town.” The sustainability committee, to which the anti-racism committee reports, is requesting city council ask Meridian Centre management ASM Global to consider cancelling the Dunham performance.It's also asking the city to create guiding principles for future performances at all city facilities with input from equity seeking groups or advisory committees or both.Merritton Coun. Greg Miller, a council representative on the social sustainability committee who's making the motion, said he doesn't want council getting involved in booking acts, but said there may be a blind spot in current city policies.“As the motion for the anti-racism committee points out, it's a little hypocritical to have a zero-tolerance policy for fans at kids' hockey games and then be paying performers with what I would call intolerant acts monies to come and perform in the city.”Dunham is one of the most famous comedians in the world and his Nov. 20 show is almost sold out at the 5,200 seat Meridian Centre. He performed to a sold out show at the centre previously in 2018.Kay Meilleur, the centre's director of marketing, said in an email the Meridian Centre presents a wide variety of music, comedy and other entertainment for a demographic that makes up a diverse community. She said the views expressed by all of the acts are not necessarily shared by the venue or the staff.“ASM Global and the Meridian Centre remain steadfast in our commitment to providing a safe environment for all fans and employees who choose to attend an event, while supporting those groups who choose not to attend due to content that might be viewed by some as offensive.”Representatives for Jeff Dunham did not respond to requests for comment by deadline.In an interview with The Guardian in 2018, Dunham said some of the material he's performed in the past makes him “cringe” a bit, but added “You don't want to lose your edge either, that's another fine line.”He told the UK paper whatever he's doing to offend three or four per cent of the people is what the other 96 per cent are “laughing at the hardest.”

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Welcome to The Voice of Retail. I'm your host Michael LeBlanc. This podcast is brought to you in conjunction with Retail Council of Canada.In this special episode, an interview I've been looking forward to for a long time, a Canadian business icon, exceptional citizen, and one of the world's most respected entertainment operators, Ellis Jacob, CEO, Cineplex.We chat briefly about his origin story and spend lots of time talking about the state of the entertainment and movie industry, what innovation looks like in theatres across Canada, and how the changes brought on by the COVID era will forever shape the strategy of Cineplex.  Last but certainly not least, I couldn't miss the opportunity to ask Ellis about the incredible rise and success of the SCENE plus loyalty program, what it means to the Cineplex business, and the big news around the tie-up with Sobeys Thanks for tuning into this special episode of The Voice of Retail.  If you haven't already, be sure and click subscribe on your favourite podcast platform so new episodes will land automatically twice a week, and check out my other retail industry media properties; the Remarkable Retail podcast, the Conversations with CommerceNext podcast, and the Food Professor podcast.  Last but not least, if you are into BBQ, check out my all new YouTube barbecue show, Last Request Barbecue, with new episodes each and every week!I'm your host Michael LeBlanc, President of M.E. LeBlanc & Company & Maven Media, and if you're looking for more content, or want to chat  follow me on LinkedIn, or visit my website meleblanc.co!  Have a safe week everyone! About EllisEllis Jacob was appointed President and Chief Executive Officer (CEO) of Cineplex in October 2003. Working in the motion picture exhibition industry since 1987, his passion and leadership transformed the movie-going experience for Canadians. Prior to his current role, Ellis was President and CEO of Galaxy Entertainment Inc., which he co-founded in 1999. Previous roles include the Head of Integration for Alliance Atlantis Communications Inc., and various leadership positions with Cineplex Odeon Corporation that eventually culminated with the role of Chief Operating Officer.Ellis serves on a number of boards, including Cineplex and ASM Global. He is also a member of the Executive Committee of the National Association of Theatre Owners and the Global Cinema Federation, and a member of the Board of Directors of the Movie Theatre Association of Canada. He is an active philanthropist, a founding director of the Canadian Children's Literacy Foundation, and a member of the Board of Baycrest Centre for Geriatrics.Among his many accomplishments and awards over the span of his career, he has received the Order of Canada, the Order of Ontario, Canada's Most Innovative CEO, Canada's Most Admired CEO, and the ICTA Global Cinema Innovation Award.About MichaelMichael is the Founder & President of M.E. LeBlanc & Company Inc and a Senior Advisor to Retail Council of Canada as part of his advisory and consulting practice. He brings 25+ years of brand/retail/marketing & eCommerce leadership experience and has been on the front lines of retail industry change for his entire career. He has delivered keynotes, hosted fire-side discussions with C-level executives and participated on thought leadership panels worldwide.  Michael was recently added to ReThink Retail's prestigious Top 100 Global Retail Influencers for a second year in  2022. Michael is also the producer and host of a network of leading podcasts, including Canada's top retail industry podcast, The Voice of Retail, plus the Remarkable Retail with author Steve Dennis, Global E-Commerce Tech Talks and The Food Professor with Dr. Sylvain Charlebois.  Most recently, Michael launched Conversations with CommerceNext, a podcast focussed on retail eCommerce, digital marketing and retail careers - all available on Apple, Spotify, Amazon Music and all major podcast platforms.   Michael is also the producer and host of the “Last Request Barbeque” channel on YouTube where he cooks meals to die for and influencer riches. 

We hike down to the Grand Canyon State and catch up with Kate Girotti, Regional VP of Marketing for ASM Global and Assistant GM of Gila River Arena in Glendale, for this Venueland adventure. Kate tells us about her roles in ASM, which takes her around to venues all over the country and beyond to assist with marketing strategies, building openings, and optimization. She talks about leveraging the experience and uniqueness of each venue to help raise the tide to improve all buildings while continuing to innovate in each market. We discuss what makes a “great venue marketer” and how fit within the market and company is sometimes just as important as anything else. When Kate is not city hopping, she's often enjoying vacations and spending time on her farm, and feels it's important to disconnect and balance the hustle and bustle of live events with the relaxation of nature. This episode is great if you're getting started in the industry and looking for tips on when to take risks, benefits from trying new industries, and the importance of networking while developing your career.Kate Girotti: LinkedIn | Email | Farm InstagramASM Global: Facebook | Twitter | Instagram | LinkedInGila River Arena: Facebook | Twitter | Instagram

Stadiums and venues shut down when the pandemic surfaced, but eventually adapted and found solutions to keep sports and live events running Katherine Krohn, Vice President of Business Development for ASM Global, joined Game Changers Host Katie Steinberg to discuss what the future holds for stadiums and venues.When COVID-19 first hit, the focus was crowd control; other technology was put on the backburner. “What I think the pause gave was really a lot of these rally savvy tech companies an opportunity to reinvent themselves and bring products to the table that maybe didn't exist before,” said Krohn. This included touchless technology and the WaitTime app, which allows seeing how and where fans move within venues. Krohn projected that these rollouts will only continue.According to Krohn, the sport technology sector will face speedbumps with technology rollouts. “I think it's not an industry-specific challenge, I think it's industry-wide. 5G really just reversed to fifth generation, meaning it's all new technologies coming out.” She added, “It's a significant overhaul in infrastructure that's required.” For example, a hot new stadium with 4G LTE will struggle until they jump to 5G.This brings to the table the importance of templates for venue technology success. Krohn explained the benefits: “The smaller arenas get to leverage what the T-Mobile arenas are doing today.” Additionally, “You know as a fan when you go to any ASM Global venue that you're getting a similar experience that's state of the art and engaged.”Krohn provided insight into the future: “I think the stadium of the future incorporates all of those creature comforts of being at home, breaking that mold of ‘this is why you love that energy of the live event,'” Krohn explained. More Stories Like This:The Latest Gaming Merger Firmly Establishes Dallas as an Esports HubWhy Stadium Naming Rights are a Brand's Winning Ticket for Building Revenue, Community

On a weekend in which they hosted the Sugar Bowl and a Saints game on back-to-back days, Rick Horrow sits down with Doug Thornton, who oversees operations at the Caesars Superdome. With dozens of facilities across the country under the ASM Global brand, Thornton talks about the comeback at arenas, stadiums and theaters across the United States. See acast.com/privacy for privacy and opt-out information.

Your leadership will be exposed when tough times come knocking. Who will you be looking out for when the ground underneath is crumbling? Interestingly, by genuinely prioritising others, you may end up securing your own success.  And the kind of leader you become can be traced back to, and be greatly influenced by your environment and mentors during your younger years.  Geoff Donaghy is the CEO of ICCSydney, Group Director (Asia Pacific) at ASM Global and  Deputy Chair of Business Events Council of Australia.  Some of his former roles include  President of the International Association of Congress Centres, CEO of Suncorp Stadium and Managing Director of Cairns Convention Centre. Geoff was inducted into the Event Industry Council's prestigious Hall of Leaders  in October 2021.Quotes from Episode:"Running and operating a venue is  a little bit like sending a rocket to the moon. If the aim is out by a thousandth of a degree, you miss the moon by thousands of miles. So your goals and your targets... those goals have to be precise and they have to be understood by everyone, otherwise  if not everyone understands them and  buys into them, you won't reach them.""While occasionally it's valuable and useful to appear angry, whatever you do, never get angry".“It's amazing what you can achieve if you don't care who gets the credit.”-Geoff DonaghyDon't miss:-How Geoff's early experiences shaped his leadership values.-Leadership and emotional intelligence.-There is a solution to everything and  two variables involved.-The 5Cs of successful leadership.-How to grow a loyal team, even if you have to fire some of them.-The destination package required for attracting successful eventsGeoff's book recommendation:7 Habits of Highly Effective People by Stephen R CoveyConnect with Geoff:LinkedIn: Geoff DonaghyConnect with Adelaine / Sign up for her newsletter:Email: uponarrivalpodcast@gmail.com

ASM Global's general manager of Suncorp Stadium, Alan Graham said the NRL was "putting the final touches" on this weekend's games,  See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

We sat down with Jorge Pérez, regional manager of ASM Global, the company that manages four important entertainment venues in Puerto Rico — the Puerto Rico Coliseum (known as the "Choliseo"), the Convention Center, the majestic Antiguo Casino, and the soon-to-open Coca Cola Music Hall — about expectations of the restart of events as COVID-19 pandemic restrictions are eased. TUNE IN!

PHL Diversity is excited to present a conversation with Gregg Caren, President and CEO of the Philadelphia Convention & Visitors Bureau (PHLCVB) and Mike Gamble, President and CEO of SearchWide Global and Founder and President of Tourism Diversity Matters. Mike co-founded SearchWide Global, one of the hospitality industry’s leading executive search firms. He is also the founder of Tourism Diversity Matters (TDM), an exciting and important initiative launched in February 2021. Prior to SearchWide Global, Mike was SVP of Sales and Marketing for PHLCVB and held various leadership roles with Marriott International. Gregg is approaching one year as President and CEO of PHLCVB. He joined the destination marketing organization with more than three decades in the tourism industry, most recently as EVP, Sales and Strategic Business Development with ASM Global (formerly SMG). PHLCVB is a founding partner for this collective impact model dedicated to eliminating disparities in the tourism and meetings industries through advocacy and education. TDM’s mission is to be a resource to foster diversity, equity and inclusion practices in collaboration and cooperation with all industry initiatives. Mike and Gregg join Greg DeShields (TDM’s Executive Director) for an inspirational and thought-provoking conversation highlighting the importance of diversity and inclusion within the tourism and events industry operations.

Hosts Brian Avery and Shelley Lyle, with the University of Florida Department of Sport Management, Office of Engaged Learning, interviewed Marcus Givens, a UF alum, former football player, and currently and Event Coordinator for ASM Global. Marcus Givens received his bachelor's degree in Tourism, Event, Recreation, and Sport Management from the University of Florida in 2019. Marcus previously worked in guest services for the University Athletic Association (UAA) as an operations assistant. He also interned with SMG Worldwide Entertainment in the convention show/venue management space before taking on his current role with ASM Global in Jacksonville, FL. Marcus provided exceptional insight regarding his transition from student-athlete to working in the fast-paced and challenging world of convention show/venue management. Please tune in to learn what Marcus shared with #UFSPM students, alumni, faculty, and industry friends regarding his experiences within the event space during COVID and his expectations regarding pathways forward.

Episode six of PRODIGY SEARCH PRESENTS features Leonard Bonacci, Regional Vice President, Stadiums & Arenas with ASM Global. Among his duties, Leonard oversees ASM's NFL stadium portfolio which primarily includes five stadiums, in addition to two NBA arenas. Given travel restrictions amidst the COVID-19 pandemic, Leonard talks about the changes in his day-to-day management, now having to communicate with multiple General Managers across the country, virtually, instead of his preferred method of live, in-person meetings. Leonard also shares his views on the recent merger of AEG Facilities and SMG in October 2019. Thank you Leonard for your time and willingness to share. It was a pleasure having you! --- This episode is sponsored by · Anchor: The easiest way to make a podcast. https://anchor.fm/app