You may have taken the first step in the process toward becoming a CFE by attending the “How to Become a Certified Facilities Executive (CFE)” webinar on September 24, 2015, by completing the “CFE Checklist” to ascertain if you had earned the 300 points needed to make application and

Mid-year conditions for most venue managers are steady compared to last quarter and the average of 2014. Sixty-five percent of industry professionals say that overall current business conditions are positive, comparable to 62 percent last quarter and 64 percent for all of 2014. This i

Spectra by Comcast Spectacor has launched Spectra Presents, a live event touring and promotion service, Ray Waddell reported for Billboard. “Former Global Spectrum (now Spectra Venue Management) vp of Bookings Brock Jones will lead Spectra Presents as senior vp of Concert Tourin

The Paris Bercy will now be known as AccorHotels Arena and will reopen on October 17 after an 18-month, €140 million refurbishment that increased its capacity to 20,300 seats (from 17,000) and upgraded the facility. The naming rights for the French venue managed by AEG and the city of

We recently told you about NERF Combat Zones and how they may offer an alternative revenue stream for venues. With that in mind, you might want to keep an eye what Microsoft is doing with its HoloLens development. The company showcased a demonstration during its recent product event i