Venue Excellence Awards Overview

Thank you to all participants. We are no longer accepting applications for the 2012 Venue Excellence Awards or the 2012 Venue Education Award. Winners will be announced at the Venue Industry Awards Luncheon, July 23 during VenueConnect 2012.   

Venue Excellence Award Overview and Purpose
The Venue Excellence Award was created to annually recognize each of the four IAVM venue types (convention centers, stadiums, arenas and performing arts centers) which demonstrate excellence in the management and operation of public assembly venues. IAVM takes pride in its members and member venues that excel in providing their communities with a safe and enjoyable space for all types of events and educational opportunities.

Timeline
February 1 – May 1: Applications are submitted and collected.

May: Applications are reviewed by venue specific committees. Finalists are determined and prepared for the Board of Directors.

July 23: Award winners are announced at the Venue Industry Awards Luncheon during VenueConnect in Fort Lauderdale, Florida.

Eligibility
Any public assembly venue (convention centers, stadiums, arenas, performing arts centers), publicly or privately owned and operated, nominated by others or themselves who have demonstrated excellence within the last calendar year and have at least one current employee who is an IAVM member in good standing.

Venue Education Award Overview and Purpose

The Venue Education Award acknowledges Allied organizations, venues and academic institutions that demonstrate active student involvement, excel in available educational opportunities as well as demonstrate leadership in education. The Award also honors individuals who are actively involved in the education and continuous development of the venue management industry.