Co-op Live has appointed former Ticketmaster executive Gary Roden as executive director and general manager of the 23,500-capacity venue, which is set to open later this year. Roden spent eight years at Ticketmaster UK and was most recently the senior vice-president of client development and commercial. In his new role, Roden will oversee the operation …
Oak View Group introduces Theater Alliance and initial members
Oak View Group (OVG) has formed a Theater Alliance alongside an inaugural roster of 39 theatres and performing arts venues, in 18 markets across the US. The alliance will benefit from collective buying power, sponsorship opportunities, industry best practices and resources, and shared proceeds from an annual fundraising gala. OVG, the venue development, advisory and …
Tech Stack: OVG, ParkHub and more…
Our weekly tech round-up from the world of ticketing and associated industries… OVG partners ParkHub Oak View Group is to begin implementing a new preferred parking management technology to optimise parking operations, facilitate payments and deliver real-time business insights at numerous venues through a new partnership with ParkHub. ParkHub will deliver to OVG-managed assets cloud-based, …
People on the move: SeatlabNFT, OVG and more…
We round up the latest movements from the ticketing ecosystem… SeatlabNFT has brought in Paul Kelly (pictured left), who has over 11 years of experience with Ticketmaster, as head of global strategy. Kelly was formerly head of commercial partnerships at Ticketmaster, and was instrumental in delivering Ticketmaster Australia and New Zealand’s 2022 strategic plans before joining …
Co-op Live opens bookings for first wave of events
Co-op Live, a new arena under construction in Manchester, has opened bookings for its pre-opening and opening season events at the end of 2023 heading into 2024. The new 23,500-capacity area is set to announce its first wave of events in summer this year, as it heads towards its December 2023 opening. Co-op Live’s investors …
People on the move: OVG, Goodlive and more…
We round up the latest movements from the ticketing sector and associated industries… Joe Giordano has been hired by advisory, development and investment company for the sports and live entertainment industries Oak View Group (OVG), as vice president of Arena and Stadium Alliance. The alliance is a collection of 38 venues in North America that …
People on the move: Mustard Media, OVG360 and more…
We round up the latest movements from the ticketing sector and associated industries… Frontier Touring, which is part of the Australian music and entertainment collective Mushroom Group, and AEG Presents have reshuffled the executive and leadership structure of the Australasian concert promoter. Frontier’s executive team will consist of four members of the current leadership team …
Sport and live entertainment condemn Russia’s invasion of Ukraine
Following Russian President Vladimir Putin’s ordered invasion of Ukraine, figures and clubs in sport, art and live entertainment have not only condemned his actions but have also cancelled performances and matches in response. The Russian State Ballet was due to perform at theatres in Northampton and Wolverhampton, but has now been cancelled due to the …
Oak View Group secures financing deal for Co-op Live
Oak View Group has recently closed and funded debt financing to fund the construction of Manchester’s Co-op Live venue. The global venue development, advisory and investment company is working alongside Manchester City Football Group (CFG) as an equal joint venture partner, as the new venue is based on its Etihad Campus. The new 23,500-seat arena …
People on the move: AEG Presents, OVG and more…
We round up the latest movements from the ticketing sector and associated industries… Live Entertainment company AEG Presents has appointed Brett Williams (pictured left) as senior vice-president of global touring and talent. His role will prioritise identifying, signing and booking talent for the division. AEG Presents’ president of global touring and talent Gary Gersh said: “Brett …