JEFF NICKLER, MOODY CENTER GENERAL MANAGER, WINS POLLSTAR VENUE EXECUTIVE OF THE YEAR
MOODY CENTER HAS WON 18 AWARDS SINCE OPENING IN APRIL 2022
(Austin, TX) – Moody Center, a proud member of Oak View Group’s (OVG) portfolio, celebrates a remarkable victory as it clinches the prestigious 2024 Pollstar Arena of the Year award during last night’s Pollstar Live! Award Show at the renowned Wiltern Theater in Los Angeles, CA. This achievement follows closely on the heels of its recognition as the Pollstar New Concert Venue of the Year in 2023, solidifying Moody Center’s status as a must play venue for the live entertainment industry.
The other nominees for the Pollstar Arena of the Year title encompassed esteemed venues such as Climate Pledge Arena in Seattle, WA (opened 2021), Acrisure Arena in Palm Springs, CA (opened in 2022), Bridgestone Area in Nashville, TN (opened in 1996), Kia Forum in Inglewood, CA (opened in 1967), and the iconic Madison Square Garden in New York, NY (opened in 1968).
The Pollstar Live! Conference serves as a pivotal gathering, drawing leaders from across the nation to celebrate and champion the most innovative companies in the live entertainment arena.
Jeff Nickler, senior vice president of OVG and general manager of Moody Center, further added to the venue’s accolades by earning the title of 2024 Pollstar Venue Executive of the Year.
Nickler expressed, “In just two short years, it’s truly humbling to see Moody Center recognized among such esteemed venues and operators. Our success is a testament to the exceptional hard work shown from our staff and the unwavering support of Austin’s passionate fans who fill our venue night after night. Each member of our team and every dedicated fan plays a vital role in elevating Moody Center to its position as a premier destination, not just nationally, but globally.”
Since its grand debut in April of 2022, Moody Center has garnered an impressive array of accolades, boasting 18 awards and over 30 nominations, a testament to its unwavering commitment to excellence. Notable among these achievements are the titles of Arena of the Year by Pollstar (2024), Venue of the Year by Academy of Country Music (2023), New Concert Venue of the Year by Pollstar (2022), #1 Worldwide Highest Grossing Venue by Billboard (2022) achieved within 7 months of opening, and #10 Top Venue of the World by Pollstar (2022), among others. A complete list of awards HERE.
From captivating past performances by huge artists like Harry Styles (6x), George Strait (2x), Pearl Jam (2x), Bruce Springsteen, Karol G, Morgan Wallen, SZA, RBD, and Drake to upcoming shows like Olivia Rodrigo, Madonna (2x), Bad Bunny (2x), USHER, and Luis Miguel, Moody Center shows no signs of slowing down. For a full event calendar and further information, visit MoodyCenterATX.com.