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The International Association of Venue Managers, Inc. (IAVM) is the leading association for venue managers, worldwide. Our members look to us to provide educational opportunities as well as a forum for creative, progressive management ideas and exceptional networking options – and we deliver.

Founded in 1924, IAVM represents more than 3,300 members who manage some of the world’s most impressive and renowned venues including arenas, convention centers, stadiums, racetracks, amphitheaters, ice rinks, performing arts venues, and many others. Our members’ facilities represent huge expenditures of public and private funds. They attract millions of patrons to an astonishing array of sports, entertainment, conventions and exhibitions including football, basketball, baseball, hockey, rock concerts, conventions, conferences, ballets, operas ... the list is endless.

IAVM exists to educate, advocate for, and inspire public assembly venue professionals, worldwide. We do that through our vision to:

          Advance education

          Support advocacy

          Provide networking

          Establish benchmarking and research

IAVM provides exceptional member value and is endowed with outstanding opportunities to partner and embrace industry affiliations.