IAVM is proud to announce Michael Marion, CVE, General Manager of Simmons Bank Arena in North Little Rock, Arkansas, as the recipient of the prestigious 2025 Charles A. McElravy Award. This award, one of the highest honors in the venue management industry, recognizes individuals who h

This year marks the 10th anniversary of IAVM’s 30|UNDER|30 program! For the past decade, we have recognized and empowered the next generation of venue management professionals – rising leaders who are shaping the future of our industry. In the weeks leading up to the 10-year cel

Having started in the business at age 17 promoting concerts, Adam Armit, CVP, has transitioned happily to the venue side of things. His route is through marketing and, while quite content where he now is, his ultimate goal is to manage a venue. This past week, Armit started his new jo

  The International Association of Venue Managers (IAVM) proudly announces the nomination of Brett C. Mitchell, CVE, as the Second Vice Chair of the Board of Directors for the 2025-2026 term. With this appointment, Mitchell will serve as a senior officer for a four-year term, pro

On Tuesday, the Oklahoma City Council approved a contract with two construction companies, Flintco and Mortenson, who will partner to build the OKC new arena, which will be home to the Oklahoma City Thunder. “Hiring a construction management team is a major milestone for the new arena