Jon Applegate Email & Phone Number

Denver, Colorado, United States

EVENTSLead stadium efforts for event day planning, event management and execution for Denver Broncos home games and major stadium events.Develop fan-focused policies and procedures to elevate the fan experience as well as streamline operations across multiple areas of the stadium.Identify and pursue innovative processes, procedures and technology to better serve our fans and operation.Support all lines of the organization’s business interests - 3rd party events, corporate partnerships, premium seating, etc. - through purposeful and thoughtful strategies.Direct responsibilities and oversight for Parking Manager, Events Manager and Office & Events Assistant.BOOKING / CLIENTS / BUSINESS DEVELOPMENTActively solicit and nurture relationships with concert & event promoters for major event opportunities at Empower Field at Mile High.Oversee stadium bookings, negotiating & contracting agreements, event operations management and event settlements for all stadium concerts and other major events.Regularly pursue the next BIG opportunity to host premier events at Empower Field at Mile High.

Direct event activities for all major events.Develop budgets for events and parking as well as major events.Assist with the global management of Empower Field at Mile High.Facilitate and lead production meetings.Evaluate and provide analysis for organizational decisions: stadium services, stadium partner contracts, etc.Ensure client & vendor needs are met through strong communication. Liaise with Registered Neighborhood Organizations and city officials impacted by stadium activity. Website administrator for www.empowerfieldatmilehigh.com and lead for stadium social channels.

Responsible for the coordination and planning of public events held at Sports Authority Field at Mile High including Denver Broncos home games, Denver Outlaws games, concerts and other ancillary events. Assist with day-to-day operations and administration and serve as the website administrator for www.sportsauthorityfieldatmilehigh.com.**Previous roles include Parking & Events Manager (March 2006-September 2007), Parking Administrator (February 2004-March 2006) and Guest Relations Staff & Stadium Intern (September 2002-December 2003)**

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Human Performance, Sport & Leisure, Sport Industry Operations