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AEG appoints new CEOs for Live Entertainment and Venue Operations
January30
AEG has announced key leadership appointments, effective February 1, 2025.
Adam Wilkes will be
AEG has announced key leadership appointments, effective February 1, 2025.
Adam Wilkes will become President and CEO of AEG Presents, overseeing live entertainment operations across Europe and the Asia-Pacific region.
Wilkes, who currently resides in Singapore, will relocate to London later this year. He will report to AEG Presents Chairman and CEO Jay Marciano. Wilkes will also continue in his role as chairman of the board of Frontier Touring, a division of Mushroom Group.
In a separate appointment, Alex Hill will take on the newly created role of President and CEO of AEG International. Based in London, Hill will oversee AEG’s real estate and venue operations outside the U.S., including The O2 in London and venues in Berlin and Hamburg.
His responsibilities will also include leading new venue projects in the Asia-Pacific region and other global markets.
Dan Beckerman, President and CEO of AEG said: “This new management structure aligns our international organisation with our corporate business and allows us to better focus our resources to best manage our existing businesses while also achieving our ambitious strategic growth initiatives around the globe. By ensuring that our talent isfocused on the right opportunities, we will be well positioned to deliver growth, as well as new experiences and innovative services for our global artists, partners and fans.”
Beckerman added: “We have tremendous confidence in Adam and Alex, both of whom are seasoned strategic leaders with proven track records. Their understanding of our customers and markets, their deep industry experience, and their newly restructured responsibilities will position them to continue driving AEG’s international growth.”
Jay Marciano said: “As the live entertainment industry continues its unprecedented global growth, ensuring seamless integration across our regions is critical to our success. Adam’s track record in building markets, coupled with his strategic vision and operational expertise, makes him the ideal leader to drive AEG Presents’ international expansion in Europe, further strengthening our global business.”
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