IAVM is pleased to announce Richard Andersen, CVE, CIO (Chief Illuminations Officer) of Venue Solutions Group Advantage Training, as the recipient of the 2023 Joseph J. Anzivino Distinguished Allied Award.
Andersen’s professional career includes 28 years in Major League Baseball and the National Football League. Richard served as Executive Vice President of the San Diego Padres and General Manager of PETCO Park, and as President and CEO of Joe Robbie Stadium (now Hard Rock Stadium) in Miami, Florida, current home to the Miami Dolphins and then home of the Florida (now Miami) Marlins. He has overseen Super Bowls, World Series, Olympic Games activities and a host of large sports and entertainment events – and wrestled an actual bear.
A member of IAVM for almost 30 years, Andersen’s contributions to the association have been tremendous, including having served as Chair of the Board of Directors. He continues to instruct at the IAVM Venue Management School and Graduate Institute and has served as Chair of its Board of Regents. Additionally, he regularly teaches internationally including as part of the faculty of the Venue Management Association Asia Pacific School and Leadership Institute.
“Richard has served the members of IAVM for many years, and his work has been invaluable to our mission,” stated Brad Mayne, IAVM CEO and President. “We are excited to celebrate him live at VenueConnect 2023 in Pittsburgh, where we will all honor his dedication to our industry.”
Upon being notified of receiving the award, Andersen said, “It has been my honor to be part of and serve the IAVM for the past 30 years. While I am humbled by and grateful for the recognition, I accept the Joseph J. Anzivino Award on behalf of the many volunteers who have helped make the IAVM what it is today.”
Andersen will be presented with the award at VenueConnect 2023, which is being held in Pittsburgh, PA July 31-August 3. For more information on VC23 or to register, please click here.
