Following the spring meeting for the Association of Event Venues (AEV) board held at the NEC, Birmingham on Wednesday, March 2024, Olympia London's CEO Andy O'Sullivan was appointed to join the board with immediate effect.
Andy O’Sullivan worked with the team and partners responsible for delivering a world class stadium at Tottenham Hotspur Football Club where he was venue director and director of hospitality and was appointed CEO of London Olympia in January 2024.
Regarding his appointment to the AEV Board, O’Sullivan said, “I’m passionate about creating unforgettable customer experiences and delivering exceptional service. As we develop Olympia London and bring life to one of the UK’s most iconic venues in the heart of London, I see great value in learning from our venue contemporaries and look forward to contributing to board discussion.”
Rob Wicks, Managing Director of another ASM Global in P&J Live was also appointed to the board of 15 members to serve the association alongside O'Sullivan.
Rachel Parker, director, AEV welcomed the new board appointments, saying, “We are pleased Andy and Rob are joining the board. Andy is known for his market and customer insight and Rob is skilled in working with rights holders, brands, host venues, governing bodies and agencies. Both have a breadth of experience that will be extremely beneficial to our association and provide a fresh perspective with which to champion our industry and support our members.”