AEG Presents Names Weston Hebert VP Of Global Touring

Concert promoter AEG Presents has named Weston Hebert Vice President of Global Touring. Hebert joins the company from Live Nation, where he most recently served as talent buyer.

Hebert’s responsibilities in his new role will include driving touring strategies and initiatives across the global market, reporting to AEG Presents President of Global Touring Rich Schaefer and based out of AEG Presents’ Nashville offices.

“When Rich & I first spoke about this opportunity, I jumped at the chance to join the AEG Presents family,” Hebert said in the announcement. “Rich & the Global Touring team have cultivated an exceptional sense of collaboration & community with the artists, managers & agents they work with. I’m excited to contribute to the ecosystem they’re fostering, which drives artist development & growth in all facets of the business.”

Added Rich Schaefer, “We’re very excited to welcome Weston to Global Touring, boosting our presence in Nashville. We’ve been watching Weston’s development as a touring promoter from afar and have been impressed by his relationships with the artist community, managers and agents and his impeccable taste in music. We’re looking forward to Weston being a significant contributor to our team.”

Hebert’s career began at WME Nashville, where he focused on expanding the agency’s country touring business. He served as a talent buyer for Live Nation Entertainment in the Great Lakes region, overseeing bookings and programming at numerous prominent venues including Andrew J Brady Music Center, The ICON Festival Stage, Bogart’s & The Bluestone. He also successfully booked and promoted tours for emerging artists such as The Red Clay Strays, Gavin Adcock, and Lawrence. Weston’s deep industry knowledge, coupled with his proven track record in talent buying and promotion, make him a highly respected leader in the global touring landscape.