VenuesWest Executive and Leadership Team

Janis Carren, the Chief Executive Officer at VenuesWest, directs the overall strategic vision and operational framework for Western Australia's leading sport and entertainment venues. Overseeing a portfolio of 13 key locations, including prominent facilities like RAC Arena and Optus Stadium, Carren ensures alignment with the State Government's objectives for public asset management. This leadership role involves driving growth, optimizing resource allocation, and enhancing the patron experience across all managed properties. By fostering strong relationships with stakeholders and government bodies, Janis Carren champions the mission of VenuesWest to deliver world-class event experiences and maximize the economic and social impact of these vital public assets. The Chief Executive Officer's focus remains on sustained operational excellence and strategic development of the venue network.

Glenn Nordsvan, the Chief Financial Officer at VenuesWest, oversees all financial planning, management, and reporting for the organization's extensive portfolio of sport and entertainment venues. Nordsvan directs fiscal strategy, ensuring robust financial health and sustainable growth across the 13 managed properties, including major venues like Optus Stadium and RAC Arena. This pivotal role involves managing budgets, capital expenditures, and financial risk, while also driving initiatives to optimize revenue streams and operational cost-efficiency. By providing critical financial insights and guidance, Glenn Nordsvan supports strategic decision-making and ensures accountability in the management of state government assets. The Chief Financial Officer's expertise is fundamental to VenuesWest's mission of delivering exceptional value and maintaining financial integrity in its operations.

Peter Bauchop, the Chief Operating Officer at VenuesWest, directs the day-to-day operational execution across the organization's extensive portfolio of 13 sport and entertainment venues. Bauchop is responsible for ensuring the highest standards of service delivery, safety, and efficiency at iconic locations such as Optus Stadium and RAC Arena. This leadership position involves overseeing venue management, event logistics, and facility maintenance, directly contributing to the seamless delivery of major sporting events and entertainment spectacles. By optimizing operational workflows and resource deployment, Peter Bauchop enhances the overall functionality and patron satisfaction across all VenuesWest properties. The Chief Operating Officer's strategic focus is on maintaining operational excellence and driving continuous improvement in venue performance, supporting VenuesWest's mandate to manage these state assets effectively.

Richard Bean, the Chief Information Officer at VenuesWest, architects and executes the technology strategy that underpins the operations of Western Australia's premier sport and entertainment venues. Bean oversees the integration and management of all IT infrastructure, ensuring robust digital platforms for ticketing, event management, and patron services across the 13 venues. This critical role involves driving innovation in technology adoption to enhance operational efficiency and elevate the fan experience at facilities like Optus Stadium and RAC Arena. By ensuring data security and system reliability, the Chief Information Officer supports VenuesWest's mission to deliver seamless event execution. Richard Bean's leadership ensures that technology serves as a strategic enabler for VenuesWest's continued success and expansion in the competitive entertainment landscape.