EVANZ is led by a group of experienced venue professionals from across New Zealand. 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 AirForce 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 Mt Smart 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.
(Partners and Associate Members Representative). Sarah oversees the commercial streams and strategy, marketing solutions, and broader data analytical and technical capabilities. Dealing with a variety of events including some of NZ’s leading expos, festivals, theatres, and performing arts venues.
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.
Sally-Anne runs the day-to-day business of EVANZ and is the first point of contact for Members.
