East Coast concert promoter The Bowery Presents has hired veteran music industry executive Don Simpson (pictured) as Chief Operating Officer.
AEG Live acquired an undisclosed stake in the New York-born concert promoter in 2017.
Simpson brings over 30 years of entertainment experience in senior management, concert promotion, business development, operations and strategic development to the company.
In the newly created position, he will be responsible for the design and implementation of all business strategies, plans and procedures.
Simpson began in the music industry as the Senior Vice President and Chief Financial Officer for MCA Concerts Canada, when he started the company in 1990, before taking over operations as President for the following fifteen years.
Through name changes to Universal Concerts Canada and then House of Blues Concerts Canada, the company became a leading promoter in Canada.
Following the sale of the concert company in 2007, Simpson relocated to New York to serve as EVP, Productions and Business Development of Madison Square Garden Entertainment for eight years, and then provided support to AEG Presents during their 2017 partnership negotiations with The Bowery Presents.
He was most recently COO of Canada-based talent agency and management company, The Feldman Agency.
“His business acumen and knowledge of the industry will serve as a great addition to our growing company.”
Jim Glancy, The Bowery Presents
“We are pleased to have Don return to New York and join our growing team,” said Jim Glancy, partner at The Bowery Presents. “His business acumen and knowledge of the industry will serve as a great addition to our growing company.”
“Don’s business and operational skillset are unparalleled, and we are glad to welcome him to our team.”
John Moore, The Bowery Presents
John Moore, partner at The Bowery Presents, added: “Based on past experience working together, we know that Don will quickly be a great asset to our company.
“Don’s business and operational skillset are unparalleled, and we are glad to welcome him to our team.”
“I am extremely honored to be joining The Bowery Presents and having the opportunity to work with Jim and Jomo and their amazing team again.”
Don Simpson
Simpson said: “I am extremely honored to be joining The Bowery Presents and having the opportunity to work with Jim and Jomo and their amazing team again.
“I have watched The Bowery Presents continue to grow over the last few years and I am extremely excited to be a part of this great company and all of their amazing venues.”Music Business Worldwide
