Live Nation Finland Appoints Katja Leppäkoski As Managing Director Venues

Live Nation Finland has appointed Katja Leppäkoski as its new managing director responsible for venues, with responsibility for both Veikkaus Arena and Allas Live.

With nearly 30 years of experience in the music industry, both in venues and festivals, Katja Leppäkoski has gained a strong understanding of the Finnish live music scene and its players. She joins the Live Nation team from her position as CEO of Logomo.

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“I am excited to join the Live Nation team in this new role, where I will be leading two fantastic Finnish venues. The reopening of Veikkaus Arena has been eagerly awaited by both the public and the event industry, and Allas Live’s unique summer setting offers a completely different live experience. I can’t wait to get started working with these two exceptional venues,” commented Katja Leppäkoski, managing director, Finland venues.

Tom Lynch, head of venue operations, Live Nation EMEA, added: “It’s great to welcome Katja to the Live Nation family. She brings with her a wealth of experience in the Finnish live entertainment industry. The timing of her appointment couldn’t be better – Veikkaus Arena is once again ready for events and bookings, ushering in a promising new era for Finnish live entertainment.”

Katja Leppäkoski’s appointment follows the announcement earlier this summer of a naming rights agreement between Veikkaus and the Helsinki Arena.

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