Experienced Events Leader Joins the Newly-Reopen Downtown Events Venue
The Cincinnati Convention Center, managed by Legends Global, the premier partner to the world’s greatest live events, venues, and brands, has appointed Brian Clark, CVP, as assistant general manager, bringing nearly two decades of experience in large-scale venue operations to the leadership team.
Clark joins the organization at a pivotal moment as the center prepares to reopen on January 21, 2026, following a transformative $264 million renovation.
Clark has spent 19 years in the events and venue management industry. Most recently, he served as director of operations for the Raleigh Convention and Performing Arts Complex, overseeing the Raleigh Convention Center, Red Hat Amphitheater, and Coastal Credit Union Music Park at Walnut Creek. His experience spans operations, guest experience, capital projects, and large-venue performance management.
The reopening of the downtown Cincinnati Convention Center will introduce a dramatically reimagined facility designed to elevate the region’s convention and tourism landscape. The upgraded center now features fully renovated exhibit halls and meeting rooms, enhanced natural light and circulation, and major behind-the-scenes improvements that increase energy efficiency and connectivity.
“I am truly grateful for the opportunity to join the Cincinnati Convention Center during such a special moment in its history,” said Clark. “After a year and half of renovation, there’s an incredible sense of anticipation surrounding the reopening, and I am excited to help welcome the community, our clients, and future guests back into a completely reimagined center. This facility means so much to Cincinnati, and I am honored to be part of the team that will shape its next chapter.”
Rodney Faulk, general manager of the Cincinnati Convention Center, said Clark’s experience and leadership will be instrumental as the center reintroduces itself to the community and national event organizers. “Brian brings a deep understanding of complex event venues and a proven ability to elevate operational excellence. His leadership comes at exactly the right time as we reopen a convention center that has been completely transformed for the future. We are thrilled to welcome him to the Legends Global team in Cincinnati.”
