Ron Little – 2025 WNBA Venue Manager of the Year Award
Ron Little, Vice President of Security at Crypto.com Arena in Downtown Los Angeles, was awarded the 2025 WNBA Venue Manager of the Year during the 2025 NBA Security Conference.
Over the past season, Little demonstrated outstanding leadership and professionalism in his role supporting the Los Angeles Sparks at Crypto.com Arena. His strong partnership with NBA security, collaboration with the league and team security professionals and commitment to the effective execution of WNBA Security Standards were evident throughout the season, Leon Newsome, Chief Security Officer at the National Basketball Association said.
“This honor reflects the high regard Ron has earned from his peers across the WNBA and the NBA Security Department,” Newsome wrote in a letter of recognition. “It also serves as a testament to the high standards and culture of excellence upheld within the Los Angeles Sparks and Crypto.com Arena organizations.”
“All of us at Crypto.com Arena and AEG are incredibly proud to celebrate Ron Little on this well-deserved recognition,” said Katie Pandolfo, General Manager, Crypto.com Arena. “His unwavering commitment to safety and excellence sets the standard not just for our arena, but for the entire industry. This award is a testament to his dedication and the vital role he plays in creating a secure and welcoming environment for every guest who walks through our doors.”
Little joined the Crypto.com Arena team as Vice President of Security in January 2024, coming from the Seattle Seahawks, where he served as the Director of Security for Lumen Field, Lumen Field Event Center and the WAMU Theater. Prior to his tenure in Seattle, Little held various roles in Oakland, California, including General Manager for SMG at ORACLE Arena and Oakland-Alameda Coliseum. He also collaborated with Bill Graham Presents and Live Nation, overseeing events and facilities across the Western United States. Little managed security operations for prominent music festivals nationwide including the Bonnaroo Music Festival in Manchester, Tennessee.
