IAVM proudly announces the nomination of Matt Hollander, CVE, as Second Vice Chair of the Board of Directors for the 2025-2026 term. If elected, Hollander will join the Board’s senior leadership team and begin a four-year officer rotation, ultimately serving as Chair of t

Serving 25 years as President and CEO of the Metropolitan Entertainment & Convention Authority (MECA) in Omaha, Neb., has been a dream job, but it’s time for Roger Dixon to retire. He’s targeting December but is open to whatever happens. “I’ve been talking to the Authority board a

  Since being named to IAVM’s 30|UNDER|30, Maddie Heywood has continued to build a meaningful and inspiring career grounded in adaptability, creativity, and leadership. Over the past few years, her professional journey has taken significant strides, marked by a bold career

Please welcome our newest members who joined IAVM in May 2025. Thank you for being a part of the association! Also, let us get to know you better by participating in the I Am Venue Management series. Please visit here to share your story and photo. Khawla Amouri, Morris Performing Art

Paul Asman (he/him) has spent the years since his 2022 30|UNDER|30 recognition expanding his influence and versatility in the live events and venue management space. A sharp operator with a strategic eye, Paul made the transition from professional sports venues to university athletics