Russ Simons
Managing Partner & Chief Listening Officer, Venue Solutions Group
Nashville, Tennessee
Brentwood, Tennessee
Summary
Veteran venue operations leader with multi-decade, hands-on experience across design, construction, operations, marketing and safety/security for sports and entertainment facilities. venuesolutionsgroup+2
Founder and senior consultant focused on creating safe, efficient and revenue-positive facilities, directing organizational analysis, guest experience benchmarking, and risk management at Venue Solutions Group. venuesolutionsgroup+1
Recognized industry educator and award recipient who has contributed to professional development and industry standards (IAVM leadership and awards, GIGI Award, NCS4 Distinguished Leadership Award). iavm+2
Trusted advisor on large-scale venue and district projects and industry-wide initiatives, including serving on governmental and industry advisory groups focused on public assembly facility security and COVID-19 recovery guidance. usm+2