Together, the EVANZ Board provides governance, strategic direction, and industry insight to support the growth and sustainability of the entertainment venues sector.
Mark has extensive experience in venue operations and management, overseeing major facilities including Trafalgar Centre, Trafalgar Park and Saxton Oval.
Caroline leads the teams managing One NZ Stadium, Christchurch Town Hall, Hagley Oval, The Air Force Museum of New Zealand and Wolfbrook Arena.
Chad leads Bay Venues in Tauranga, overseeing major facilities including Mercury Baypark. He previously held leadership roles managing operations and major events for Hamilton City Council.
Alice oversees programming and content across Live Nation venues in New Zealand, including Spark Arena and The Tuning Fork.
James leads Auckland Stadiums, overseeing Go Media Stadium, Western Springs Stadium and North Harbour Stadium, delivering major sporting and entertainment events.
Glen manages the arts, culture and entertainment programming, with a focus on developing commercial partnerships; strengthening national and regional venues and touring; and the development of community programmes.
With over 15 years in ticketing and events, Sarah is the Chief Commercial Officer at iTICKET, overseeing commercial, strategy, marketing, and technology. Utilising her vast experience with New Zealand events and venues, she represents partners and associate members on the EVANZ Board.
Sally-Anne brings extensive experience in venue management, events, marketing and business development across the UK and New Zealand. Having worked with organisations including Wembley Stadium, Venues Wellington, New Plymouth EventVenues and WOMAD Aotearoa, she is passionate about supporting the venue industry and is committed to growing EVANZ while creating valuable networking and professional development opportunities for its members.
Joelene brings over three decades of experience in the venues and events industry. She is well known across the sector and was recognised with the EVANZ Contribution to the Industry Award in 2025.
Adam is seconded to the EVANZ Board to oversee the annual Awards.
