The International Association of Venue Managers’ 2019 Venue Industry Award winners were presented in Chicago, Illinois, on July 24, at the 94th annual VenueConnect Conference and Trade Show. Each year, IAVM recognizes several venues and individuals who have demonstrated leadership and

Dr. Nicholas Pearce has a resume matched by few. A scholar, speaker, entrepreneur, and pastor, Pearce also has a passion when it comes to workplace matters, specifically when it comes to his presented session, “A Fireplace Chat on Diversity, Equity & Inclusion.” In a

IAVM Allied Member Armored Things, an emerging leader in operational intelligence solutions, has named Julie Johnson as Chief Executive Officer. She will assume day-to-day leadership of the company in support of its mission to keep communities safe. Johnson will be responsible for gui

Former IAVM member and performing arts friend John C. Walton passed away suddenly at his home on July 3 at the age of 72. “John was active with the performing arts committee for many years,” said Robyn Williams, CVE. “He was one of the first people I met when we had

The Baltimore Ravens have completed a three-year, $120-million self-funded renovation of M&T Bank Stadium as the 2019 season gets ready to begin. The improvements include new 4K ultra-high definition video displays, new escalators and elevators to the upper deck, a new sound syst