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Meet Pat Christenson

With more than 40 years of experience in the events and entertainment industry, Pat Christenson laid the foundation for Las Vegas as the former President of Las Vegas Events (LVE). Las Vegas stands tall not only as the Entertainment Capital of the World,
but also as its most-recent reinvention: the Sports Capital of the World. Christenson was instrumental in developing an infrastructure that welcomed leagues like the NFL, NHL, and WNBA, as well as hosting iconic events such as NASCAR, Formula 1, the National Finals Rodeo and the Super Bowl. As the landscape of events and entertainment in Vegas continues to evolve into the city it is today, you will find Christenson at the forefront of these leading conversations.

Explore the modern saga of concert bands, venues, promoters, and marketers in Pat Christenson’s book ‘Rock Vegas: Live Music Explodes in the Neon Desert,’ showcasing over 35 years and 500 live-music events to his credit. You can also check out Pat’s blog 
Pat’s Points where he dives into the vibrant narrative that brings to life the pulse of Vegas, told through the lens of someone deeply immersed in its culture and characters.