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Talking Points: Jim McCarthy

Talking Points: Jim McCarthy

Posted by | Oct 29, 2019 | ,

CEO and Co-Founder, Goldstar His company helps people see live entertainment, something he likes to do himself. (Photo: Glen DiCrocco)   I thought I’d grow up to be Fighter pilot and/or Beatle. First job in the industry I started Goldstar. Favorite part of the job We’re literally in the “fun” business. So, it’s the shows, our wonderful network of people who make them happen and, of course, connecting our members to those shows. Least favorite part of the job When logistics go wrong and customers have a confusing experience. It’s tragic for people to have the delightful experience of a live event and a great night out spoiled by the nuts and bolts. If I weren’t doing this … I’d be running some other kind of technology-based company.  Mentors My business partners and co-founders of Goldstar, Rich Webster and Robert Graff. They’ve been my friends and the best source of advice… Continue Reading Talking Points: Jim McCarthy

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Wells Fargo Center’s Rage Room a Smash

Wells Fargo Center’s Rage Room a Smash

Posted by | Oct 17, 2019 | , ,

Gritty, the mascot of the Philadelphia Flyers, after a smashing session in Wells Fargo Center’s new Disassembly Room. (Courtesy Philadelphia Flyers) Fans can break things and get away with it at Wells Fargo Center in Philadelphia Got rage? Wells Fargo Center in Philadelphia has got your back. As of Oct. 9, when the Philadelphia Flyers played their first home game of the season, fans can sign up to whack a TV, break some dishes and generally destroy things in the venue’s new rage room called The Disassembly Room. “We were trying to come up with a social club that appeals to millennials,” said Valerie Camillo, president of business operations for the Flyers and the venue. “And I looked around the room and everyone was over 40 years old, none of us were hip or cool, most had kids, and none of us go out anymore.” The group had assembled to… Continue Reading Wells Fargo Center’s Rage Room a Smash

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Michael Moves From MSG to XFL

Michael Moves From MSG to XFL

Posted by | Oct 17, 2019 | , ,

David Michael. (Courtesy XFL) He’ll be chief technology officer for new football league New football league the XFL, which is scheduled to begin play next year, has named David Michael its chief technology officer. Michael comes from The Madison Square Garden Co., where he was chief information officer. Michael will be responsible for developing and overseeing all enterprise, digital product and football technology strategies and initiatives for the league and its eight teams. At MSG, Michael led the customer-facing digital transformation program and oversaw enterprisewide technology infrastructure, support and business applications. Before working at MSG, Michael held positions at GroupM North America, UBM Tech and PR Newswire.  

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Iowa State’s Goldfinch Room Soars

Iowa State’s Goldfinch Room Soars

Posted by | Oct 10, 2019 | , ,

Chad Elliott, Tommy Lewis and Patresa Hartman open Iowa State Center’s Goldfinch Room. (Courtesy Ed Laub) Intimate club-like space was created to be a “listening room” In early 2019, Iowa State Center opened the Goldfinch Room, an intimate 80-capacity room tucked away inside Stephens Auditorium. It was a hit from the start with fans and artists, with shows often selling out within days of the on sale. “There are lots of places to see music, but mostly bars, and not somewhere to sit down and enjoy the music,” said Tammy Koolbeck, Iowa State Center’s executive director for management company VenuWorks. “We wanted to create a space where people could listen to the music.” Named after the state’s official bird, the dedicated space for singer-songwriters was designed to showcase Iowa artists. The promise was fulfilled on Jan. 26 when two Iowans, Chad Elliott of Lamoni, and Patresa Hartman of Des Moines,… Continue Reading Iowa State’s Goldfinch Room Soars

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BancorpSouth venues getting an upgrade

BancorpSouth venues getting an upgrade

Posted by | Oct 10, 2019 | , , , ,

BancorpSouth Arena and Conference Center in Tupelo, Miss., is getting $15.2 million in improvements. (Courtesy BancorpSouth Arena) Renovation expected to increase bookings at convention center The Tupelo, Miss., city council has unanimously approved a $15.2 million upgrade to the BancorpSouth Arena and Conference Center that will connect the 10,000-seat arena and the adjacent convention center. “This is something we’ve been working on since 2014 and it’s taken five years to see it come to fruition,” said Todd Hunt, executive director of the venue. “The arena was built in 1993. In 2006, the city built a convention center that was operated by Hilton Garden. The city took over the conference center in 2013 and has managed both properties since then. The renovation and expansion will physically connect the two facilities.” The arena has hosted Elton John, Tim McGraw & Faith Hill, James Taylor and many others. The conference center has seen… Continue Reading BancorpSouth venues getting an upgrade

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