By R.V. Baugus
Nick Zazal, CVP, formerly Director of Events & Patron Services for Walton Arts Center in Fayetteville, AR, has been named General Manager of the Walmart AMP in Rogers, AR.
In his new role, Nick will oversee operations for the Walmart AMP including front of house, food and 
beverage, production, facilities, and security. He will also oversee event rentals and special events at both Walton Arts Center and the Walmart AMP.
Nick has been in his previous role with Walton Arts Center since 2013. He is a Certified Venue Professional, a graduate of the IAVM Venue Management School, and currently serves as the Assistant Director for IAVM Region 6.
Previous experience also includes time with the Krannert Center for the Performing Arts (Urbana, IL), International Festival of Arts & Ideas (New Haven, CT), Colorado Shakespeare Festival, Wildwood Park for the Performing Arts (Little Rock, AR), and the Christie Clinic Illinois Marathon. He holds a BFA in Stage Management and an MS in Recreation, Sports and Tourism both from the University of Illinois at Urbana-Champaign.
