SECURITY TIP OF THE MONTH
Two subjects discussed at the recent National Center for Spectator Sports Safety and Security conference could be helpful for both situational awareness and operational security. The first is Redtail...
View ArticleRECRUITING TIP OF THE MONTH
With the U.S. economy at near-record highs, job opportunities are aplenty and new challenges await many. Therefore, no better time than now to have your resume reviewed, updated and ready for that...
View ArticleNominate for the Excellence in Concessions Awards by Monday, August 20!
More than the money is in the food and now it's time to give recognition to the best chefs and chief operators — the changemakers in concessions who create memorable fan experiences. Get ready for the...
View ArticleHOT TICKETS: AUG. 9, 2018
Disney on Ice, shown in a performance in Berlin earlier this year, drew crowds to Mexico City's Auditorio Nacional. (Christian Marquardt/Getty Images) Disney on Ice, always a crowd-pleaser, skated to...
View ArticleAt The U.S. Open, Perfect Matches
Levy chef Jim Abbey has been in charge of the culinary experience at the U.S. Open for the last 12 years. (Courtesy Levy) Planning a culinary experience for the U.S. Open, says Craig Appel, is like...
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Finishing Touch At U.S. Open's Home
The new Louis Armstrong Stadium, which will make its debut at this year's U.S. Open, will offer more than 14,000 tennis fans an intimate setting to watch matches. (Rossetti) When the new Louis...
View ArticleGwen For The Win In Vegas
Gwen Stefani is more than "Just a Girl" in her new residency at Zappos Theater at Planet Hollywood in Las Vegas. (Todd Stefani) Gwen Stefani has wrapped the opening 12-show run of her “Just a Girl”...
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GM Moves Between N.C. Amphitheaters
Taylor Traversari. SMG has appointed Taylor Traversari as the general manager of Koka Booth Amphitheatre in Cary, N.C., a suburb of Raleigh. Traversari brings more than 20 years of experience to the...
View ArticleSacramento Fair Books A Diverse Lineup
UB40 Featuring Ali, Astro and Mickey performed on the Golden 1 Stage as part of the Toyota Concert Series at the California State Fair in Sacramento. (Courtesy California State Fair) When California...
View ArticleLevi's Stadium Will Pause For Anthem
A plan by the San Francisco 49ers to stop selling food and drink during the playing of the national anthem before games this season has expanded to cover nearly all aspects of stadium operations,...
View Article32 Equity Invests In Appetize
The NFL's investment arm, 32 Equity, is part of the latest funding round for point-of-sale platform company Appetize. Appetize has closed its series B round of funding with an investment from 32...
View ArticleRed Rocks Thinks Locally For Food
Fans attend an Avett Brothers concert at Red Rocks Amphitheatre in July. The venue is now offering pop-up dining featuring area restaurateurs. (Getty Images) With its foodservice provider Aramark,...
View ArticleHOT TICKETS: AUG. 16, 2018
Britney Spears performed at Berlin's Mercedes-Benz Arena with her "Piece of Me" tour Aug 6. (Mondadori Portfolio via Getty Images) Give it to her one more time. Britney Spears has taken her Vegas...
View ArticleTracking The Threat Of Drones
Drones have recreational uses and aid in jobs such as aerial photography, shown here, but their potential for malicious uses has security experts working overtime. (Getty Images) Earlier this month,...
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Zito Interim GM At Alamodome
NCAA Final Four at the Alamodome, San Antonio. Steve Zito has taken over as interim general manager of the Alamodome after Nick Langella’s abrupt resignation. The news broke Monday in San Antonio. It...
View ArticleVeteran rockers hit $50 million, halfway mark
Journey and Def Leppard are once again sharing the spotlight on the road in North America with concerts planned in 58 cities this year. It is the first joint effort since their previous co-headlining...
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Lind Takes Ops Post In Colorado Springs
Steve Lind. Steve Lind is the new director of operations at The Broadmoor World Arena, Pikes Peak Center for the Performing Arts and World Arena Ice Hall, all in Colorado Springs. Previously, Lind...
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BSE, AEG Name GMs In New York Area
BSE Global and AEG Facilities have named Matt Felker as the new general manager of Barclay's Center, Brooklyn, and Joe Zino as the general manager of NYCB Live. (Photos courtesy: BSE) BSE Global and...
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Giveback Working For OC Fair
Celebrating on the last day of the Orange County Fair, Costa Mesa, Calif., are Michele Richards, VP of business development; Kathy Kramer, CEO; Ashleigh Aitken, board director; Ken Karns, VP of...
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Venues Then: A Bit Of Industry History
Charlotte Coliseum, home to the original Charlotte Hornets and one of the last NCAA Final Fours before its move to stadiums. (Courtesy Kimberly Mahoney)We’ve cut the ribbon on a new feature in...
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