This week’s finale spotlight of recipients in the IAVM Foundation’s inaugural class of 30|UNDER|30 are asked, “What influenced you to get involved in the venue industry?”
Natalie Barrow
Director of Arts Education and Community Outreach
Cobb Energy Performing Arts Centre
Atlanta, Georgia
“There are two main reasons I got involved in the venue industry, which are my passion for arts and entertainment and serving the public.”
Bill Enkhbayar
Event Manager
Global Spectrum – Boardwalk Hall
Atlantic City, New Jersey
“I was a grad student at Temple University, and I was working for an arena there. While I was working, I got bitten by the bug and I never looked back. It’s something that I’m very passionate about.”
Ashley Keen
Technical Director – Ikeda Theater
Mesa Arts Center
Mesa, Arizona
“I got involved in the industry when I was given the amazing opportunity to be part of the team that put together the CNN Republican national debate.”
McKenzie Rowley
Premium Seating and Suite Sales Manager
SMG – NRG Park
Houston, Texas
“The thing that influenced me the most was definitely my undergraduate degree. Students were encouraged to get experiences through internships and co-op opportunities.”
