We round up the latest movements from the ticketing sector and associated industries…
AEG Presents has named Weston Hebert as its new vice-president of global touring.
Hebert joins the company from Live Nation where he most recently served as talent buyer.
His responsibilities will include driving touring strategies and initiatives across the global market, reporting to president of global touring Rich Schaefer.
“Rich and the global touring team have cultivated an exceptional sense of collaboration and community with the artists, managers and agents they work with,” said Hebert.
“I’m excited to contribute to the ecosystem they’re fostering, which drives artist development & growth in all facets of the business.”
Live Nation has appointed Milly Olykan as senior vice-president of artist development and global touring.
She joins the company’s concerts division this month and will be aiming to continue the growth and development of Live Nation’s country and Americana music strategy worldwide.
“Country and Americana artists are touring more of the world than ever before as the global demand for their music is on the rise, and Milly’s extensive experience and industry connections make her a great asset to support our efforts in continuing to expand touring of those genres worldwide,” said Live Nation president of touring, Omar Al-Joulani.
Emma Bownes has been promoted to senior vice-president of venue programming at AEG Europe.
The new role will see her lead programming strategy for the company’s arena portfolio which includes London’s O2 Arena, Barclays Arena in Hamburg and Berlin’s Uber Arena.
Suzanne Bull MBE is set to step down from the disability-led charity that she founded, Attitude is Everything in March.
“After 25 glorious years, I’m stepping down from Attitude is Everything and pursuing new adventures in arts, culture and Breast Cancer advocacy.,” she said.
“As many of you will be aware, I live with a cancer diagnosis as well as being disabled. In March 2025, I’ll be halfway through my treatment, so this seems like a good point for me to live life at a slower pace and have the opportunity to pursue my other interests.”
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Luca Martinazzoli has been appointed managing director of Arena Milano.
He will be responsible for the operational management, business development, and positioning the venue as a leading destination in Italy.
Marissa Mahendra has joined Wasserman as director, ticketing and systems.
She has more than 15 years of experience in the sports and live entertainment ticketing industry, and joins after most recently spending two years as premium ticketing manager for Tottenham Hotspur Football Club.
Former England international and Rugby World Cup-winning scrum half Matt Dawson has taken on a new role as business advisor at Seat Unique.
Dawson is already an investor in the company, but will now aim to help strengthen its relationships with existing partners and secure new deals to grow Seat Unique’s portfolio.
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