ASM Global APAC announces Tim Worton replacement

ASM Global (APAC) has appointed Meagan Walker as group director of arena operations, replacing veteran Tim Worton CVE, who announced his retirement earlier this year.

Walker has held senior management roles with some of Australia’s most successful and high-profile venues including Melbourne’s Rod Laver Arena, Margaret Court Arena, John Cain Arena and Palais Theatre.

Her experience in the industry takes in the “full gamut” of live events hosted at ASM Global’s arenas, convention centres and other venues including concerts, sporting events and family spectaculars, according to the firm.

In her new role, Walker will lead the ASM Global arena network in Australia while supporting other arenas in the region with a focus on event acquisition, operational planning for best practice patron experience and event delivery.

She will join ASM Global on 10 October from her current role with Live Nation.

“The depth and scale of Meg’s experience in the operation of major events and live entertainment is the perfect fit to lead our portfolio of world-class arenas,” says ASM APAC Chairman, Harvey Lister.

“The depth and scale of Meg’s experience in the operation of major events and live entertainment is the perfect fit”

“Both Meg Walker and Tim Worton have long been recognised as legends in the industry and we are so fortunate to be the recipients of their expertise and professionalism as part of our management team. Meg has proven to be an accomplished event professional with strategic and collaborative leadership skills.”

Lister adds that one of Walker’s greatest talents is her ability to mentor the next generation of aspiring venue managers, which will be a key part of her role to support the company’s continuing growth.

The exec has been involved with the Venue Management School for 13 years and the Leadership Institute since its inception and serves as a board member of the Venue Management Association (VMA).

“I look forward to contributing to the ongoing strong performance and growth of the ASM Global portfolio by collaborating with all stakeholders and supporting the team to achieve their personal and professional goals, while ensuring ASM arenas maintain their world’s best practice reputation,” comments Walker.

“I know ASM to be deeply passionate about making an experience – the experience – for patrons and stakeholders and I look forward to supporting that shared goal.”

Walker fills the role left by Tim Worton, who has worked at ASM Global for 25 years. Worton will work with Walker during the transition before vacating the role to pursue a pastoral chaplaincy role.

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