DownStage Edge Events Ltd
Venue + Event Solutions
Venue Operator – Event Delivery – Arena Management – Operational Design Review
HOW CAN WE HELP?
DSE Events is a Venue + Event Solutions company who offer practical independent review, advice and support to those operating, developing or investing in this sector.
Using its widespread knowledge of major events, unique experiences, redevelopments, venue relaunches and openings to help clients make informed decisions.
We have excellent understanding of visitor, client and operators' requirements and by predicting the actions they are likely to take provide proven operational solutions.
A vision to highlight what works in terms of venue operations and design, offering ways to mitigate pitfalls and costly mistakes.
DSE Events has and continues to consult on projects including feasibility costings, operational venue reviews and new build designs across the UK, Europe and Asia for several high calibre clients.
With access to a strong network, having worked with many of the leading industry suppliers, producers and facilitators of both content and infrastructure allows for the rapid connections to decision makers.
Venue Operator – Event Delivery – Arena Management – Operational Design Review
Key Services
• Advice on operational delivery, event planning and deal negotiations
• Business plans and investment case reviews
• Collaboration with venue design project teams
• Venue appraisals - UVA (announced or unannounced)
ABOUT
James Allen – Founder/ Director – Downstage Edge Events Ltd
Using his 24+ years’ experience in the Arena and live industry, James set up DownStage Events Ltd in 2022.
He brings extensive, hands-on knowledge of venue operations and event delivery across several multipurpose venues in London, Glasgow and Manchester including a major world-renowned concert and sports arena as the general manager for over 9 years.
He has worked on project bids for new venues and major sporting events in the UK and further afield. James has mentored individuals and a number of smaller venues and many of his team are now industry leaders; for which he is most proud.
James was recognised on three separate occasions as a top venue executive by Billboard magazine and remains passionate about great live entertainment and sports at ever improving venues.
Venue Operator – Event Delivery – Arena Management – Operational Design Review