When Trevor Mitchell begins speaking about IAVM’s work, his passion is unmistakable. “I have found myself in the situation where I am able to blend all those things together and have the best time of my career doing these things because I am working with people who are creating memories for the individuals who come through their venues day in and day out,” he says. A CAREER BUILT ON LEADERSHIP Mitchell’s path to IAVM began in Missouri, where he earned a business degree from Columbia College and later an MBA from the University of Missouri, building a strong foundation in organizational leadership. Over nearly two decades, he held senior roles across three associations, gaining deep experience in governance, membership engagement, education, and strategic growth. His lifelong love of performing arts and live entertainment made IAVM feel like the right fit from the start. He has attended Broadway productions, concerts, sporting events, and conventions throughout his life, a personal connection that fuels his appreciation for venue professionals. “My blend of knowledge of how associations run, as well as a strong educational business background, has positioned me to be a good individual to lead future associations,” Mitchell says. “Coming to IAVM has been a marriage of my academic background, my professional experience of running associations, and my passion for live events.” WHAT IAVM REPRESENTS The International Association of Venue Managers is the premier organization supporting professionals who operate arenas, stadiums, convention centers, performing arts centers, fairgrounds, amphitheatres, and nearly any space that hosts live events outside of hotels. It exists to strengthen the professionals who bring live experiences to life every day. “Our focus is really around three areas, education, advocacy, and connection,” Mitchell explains. These pillars form the foundation of an association that serves members from the earliest stages of their careers through senior leadership positions. 93 BUSINESS VIEW MAGAZINE VOLUME 12, ISSUE 12 IAVM
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