Vice President, Venue Technology

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Vice President, Venue Technology  Department:
Global Technology

Reports To:

Chief Technology Officer   FLSA Status:
Exempt, Salaried
**** LEGENDS GLOBAL*
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**** THE ROLE
** The Vice President, Venue Technology is a visionary and execution-focused leader responsible for architecting and delivering Legends Global’s venue technology strategy across a diverse, global portfolio of stadiums, arenas, convention centers, and hospitality venues. This role drives the end-to-end lifecycle of venue technology, from strategic planning and design to implementation, operations, and continuous innovation.

Reporting directly to the CTO, the VP will lead a high-impact team of regional and venue-based technologists, collaborate cross-functionally with business and operational leaders, and serve as a key voice in shaping the future of venue technology across the enterprise.
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* ESSENTIAL DUTIES AND RESPONSIBILITIES:

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* ** Strategic Leadership & Vision*
* • Develop and execute a multi-year venue technology roadmap aligned with Legends Global’s business strategy, operational priorities, and guest experience goals.  
• Serve as the executive sponsor for venue technology innovation, advising senior leadership on emerging trends, investment opportunities, and competitive differentiation.  
• Champion enterprise-wide initiatives such as smart venue platforms, digital twin technologies, and AI-driven operational intelligence.  
• Oversight of venue technology budgets  
• Partner on new venue construction and major renovation projects.
** Technology Architecture & Operations
** Oversee the design, deployment, and lifecycle management of mission-critical systems including:  
• Network infrastructure (LAN/WAN/Wi-Fi, DAS, 5G)  
• AV and broadcast systems (IPTV, control rooms, digital signage  
• Compute and storage environments (hybrid cloud, edge computing)  
• Venue IT operations (access control, ticketing, incident management)  
• Establish and enforce enterprise standards for technology architecture, cybersecurity, scalability, and interoperability across all venues.  
** Program & Vendor Management
** Lead complex, multi-venue technology programs including  
• Frictionless retail and biometric access  
• RFID-based inventory and asset tracking  
• Cellular/DAS modernization and fiber backbone upgrades  
• Own vendor strategy across venue technology domains, including RFPs, contract negotiations, SLAs, and performance management.
** Team Leadership & Talent Development*
* • Build and mentor a world-class venue technology organization, including regional directors, systems engineers, and venue technologists.  
• Promote a culture of innovation, accountability, and continuous learning through structured development programs, cross-functional collaboration, and knowledge sharing.
** Innovation & Continuous Improvement*
* • Identify and pilot emerging technologies that enhance operational efficiency, sustainability, and guest engagement.  
• Drive adoption of advanced analytics, IoT, and AI/ML to optimize venue operations, predict maintenance needs, and personalize guest experiences.  
• Lead post-event retrospectives and continuous improvement initiatives to refine technology performance and service delivery.
** SUPERVISORY RESPONSIBILITIES
** Carries out supervisory responsibilities in accordance with all Legend Global policies and applicable laws. Responsibilities include interviewing, hiring, and training employees; planning, assigning, and directing work; appraising performance; rewarding and disciplining employees; addressing complaints and resolving problems.
** QUALIFICATIONS
* * To perform this job successfully, an individual must be able to perform each essential duty with energy and enthusiasm. The requirements listed below are representative of the knowledge, skill, and/or ability required. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions.
** Education and/or Experience*
* • Bachelor’s degree in information technology, Engineering, Computer Science, or a related technical discipline required;
Master’s degree or MBA strongly preferred.  
• Minimum of 15 years of…