Tampa, FL – Straz Center President and CEO Greg Holland has announced the retirement of Lorrin Shepard as chief operating officer of Tampa’s David A. Straz, Jr. Center for the Performing Arts. Shepard joined what was the Tampa Bay Performing Arts Center in 1990 as production manager,

We are thrilled to unveil the IAVM Foundation’s 30|UNDER|30 Class of 2024! This prestigious program recognizes the most promising young professionals in the venue management industry, celebrating their exceptional achievements and future potential. Meet the Innovators, Leaders,

Trevor Mitchell, MBA, FASAE, CAE, CDP, is no stranger to leading organizations to new heights. His expertise spans across strategic membership management, operational excellence, and diversity advocacy. His proven track record through his previous roles as Executive Director/CEO of Am

IAVM’s 99th VenueConnect Annual Conference and Trade Show is in Portland, Oregon this year – a vibrant city full of good food, coffee, and iconic sights. As part of VC24, attendees can register to attend the Willamette Valley Vineyard tour or join us for venue tours throughout the cit

Mike McGee, CVE, attended his first IAAM (now IAVM) meeting at the age of 22 as AGM of the Monroe (La.) Civic Center. When he returned home he found out he was the new GM. The connections he made while at IAAM in San Diego in 1971 became invaluable in his new role and in his future ca