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Billboard’s highly anticipated Live Music Summit presented by VENU made its return this year, marking its second gathering and celebration since its hiatus in 2019. The summit’s comeback is in response to high demand to refocus on the thriving touring industry.
Attendees experienced a dynamic mix of panel discussions, live performances, workshops, and industry mixers, all culminating in the Touring Awards Ceremony. Among the star-studded panel lineups were Usher, Rauw Alejandro, and top industry executives. It was an invaluable opportunity for those in the music business to gain insights from industry leaders while celebrating the milestones many touring artists have achieved this year.
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The Live Music Summit made its highly anticipated return with exciting new awards and recognitions including the Disruptor Award, presented to Khalid by visionary entrepreneur, J.W. Roth, Founder and CEO of premium live entertainment company, VENU. Over the past 9 years, Khalid has taken the industry by storm, embodying the very definition of a “disruptor.” His bold approach has challenged both fans and music executives to see artists through a new lens.
Accepting the award, Khalid said, “I can remember doing my first venue and there was 125 people at a coffee shop and to be able to see the things that I’ve seen in my career is just such a blessing.” adding, “It wouldn’t have been able to be done without support. So, I just want to thank everyone for supporting me. Especially, me coming into myself as an individual in the public but I’ve seen nothing but love and I hold it with grace and humility.”
Khalid Donnel Robinson in the Green Room during the Billboard Live Music Summit at 1 Hotel West Hollywood on November 03, 2025 in Los Angeles, California.
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Also disrupting the live-music world is Venu Holding Corporation (“VENU”). It isn’t your typical live entertainment company. Rising fast throughout the live entertainment space, the company has built its brand around delivering premium experiences, opening multiple venues nationwide and redefining not only how audiences experience concerts, but how they can own a piece of live entertainment. They’re more than destinations to see your favorite artists. VENU is a fan-founded, fan-owned, artist-inspired movement creating unparallelled, immersive spaces, designed to elevate every part of the concert journey for fans and artists alike. Their mission is to create nationwide, top-tier live music destinations that change how the world experiences and connects with music, shaping the future of live entertainment.
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After the Billboard Live Music Summit, some of the industry’s top executives gathered at the Sun Rose in West Hollywood for a Music & Money Dinner to reflect on the conversations of the day and engage in insights for the future of live entertainment. During which, VENU Founder, CEO, and Chairman J.W. Roth and industry veteran Tommy Ginoza engaged in a thought-provoking fireside chat, moderated by Billboard’s Editorial Director, Hannah Karp, about the state of the music industry, the evolution of live entertainment, and VENU’s continued expansion of its destination network across the United States. With over three decades of experience as a talent buyer, Ginoza spoke candidly about the future of artist development and the critical role of fan engagement in shaping the live music experience. Roth, meanwhile, highlighted that while recent investment trends have heavily favored music publishing catalogs and master recordings, the live music sector has seen comparatively less attention from investors in recent years.
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Acknowledging this shift, Roth emphasized that the current landscape presents a unique opportunity to redirect investment toward live entertainment, such as VENU’s unique ownership opportunities in Luxe FireSuites, Aikman Clubs built in partnership with NFL Hall of Famer, Troy Aikman, or common shares, stating, “If you’re going to be innovative in this space, not only do you have to have a concept that is going to be attractive to our customer but you’ve got to figure out a way to finance it… So, we’re not just building amphitheaters. We’re building venues that are multiseasonal, multiconfigurational, and more importantly they are multisensory.”
The event was a true celebration for accomplishments in the live music world and the heights to which this community intends on taking the art of live entertainment in the near and distant future. The prospects of live music are looking bright and Billboard and VENU plan to be a part of every step of the way.
Whether you’re a passionate fan, someone who believes in bold ideas, or you’ve always dreamed of owning something truly meaningful, this is your moment.
Who Is VENU?
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Venu Holding Corporation (“VENU”) (NYSE American: VENU) is a fast-rising live entertainment company, changing the way people experience concerts. They’re more than destinations to see your favorite artists. VENU is a fan-founded, fan-owned movement creating premium, immersive venues, designed to elevate every part of the concert journey for fans and artists alike. Their mission is to create nationwide, top-tier live music destinations that change how the world experiences music and community. VENU is all about music, ownership (more on that later), and building something that lasts.
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Designed for the Ultimate Experience
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VENU destinations are built for more than just concerts. They’re designed for the ultimate fan experience. From their signature Luxe FireSuites offering in-seat service and premium views, to The Aikman Club—a VIP, backstage-style lounge created with NFL Hall of Fame and EIGHT Beer founder Troy Aikman—every detail is crafted to elevate the live music journey. Their venue’s multi-season architecture ensures year-round comfort without compromising acoustics or atmosphere. With wider seating, elevated food and drink, and a hospitality-first mindset, VENU keeps fans at the center of it all.
As part of the fan-owned model, shareholders can also unlock access to exclusive loyalty perks based on the level of investment, ranging from free concert tickets and custom-signed guitars to unforgettable all-inclusive concert experiences.
Venu’s Flagship Destinations
Ford Amphitheater (Colorado Springs, CO) – A Pollstar nominee for Best New Concert Venue of the Year, this flagship location is a testament to VENU’s innovation and impact.
Sunset Amphitheaters – Coming soon to Oklahoma City, Tulsa, El Paso, and the Dallas-Fort Worth metroplex, these state-of-the-art venues will further cement our national footprint.
The Hall at Bourbon Brothers – With existing venues in Colorado Springs, the Denver market, and Northern Atlanta, these intimate spaces blend great food with unforgettable performances.
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Joining The Movement
VENU is inviting music fans and investors alike to become part of something truly special, a chance to help shape the future of live entertainment from the inside out. VENU believes fans shouldn’t just attend the show, they should have the chance to own a piece of it. They’re putting the power back into the hands of the people who love music the most. VENU wants to turn passionate supporters into legacy builders and give them a front-row seat to the evolution of live entertainment.
VENU’s Preferred Offering gives shareholders the chance to earn an 8.0% dividend and the ability to convert their preferred shares to VENU common stock, traded on the NYSE American under the symbol VENU.
“This is an exciting time for our fan-founded, fan-owned movement,” said J.W. Roth, Founder and CEO of VENU. “I built this company with a fan’s passion and an entrepreneur’s drive. This Preferred Stock offering supports our expansion into key markets, enhances fan-first experiences, and builds long-term shareholder value. As a public company, we’re proud to give our community a greater role in the future of live entertainment.”
In a world where live music often feels corporate and disconnected, VENU is rewriting the script and placing fans and artists back at the heart of the experience. With cutting-edge venues, a fan-first philosophy, and an investment model that lets supporters own a piece of the journey, VENU is more than just a concert company, it’s a cultural movement. The opportunity for a music fan to own such a tangible piece of the world of music has been unheard of up to this point and VENU is on the forefront of this moment.
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This is a paid advertisement for Venu Holding Corporation’s (“VENUE”) Series A Preferred Stock offering. VENU is offering securities through the use of an Offering Statement that has been qualified by the Securities and Exchange Commission under Tier II of Regulation A. Before making any investment, you are urged to read the final offering circular carefully for a more complete understanding of the issuer and the offering.
The securities offered by VENU are highly speculative. Investing in these securities involves significant risks. The investment is suitable only for persons who can afford to lose their entire investment. Investors must understand that such investment could be illiquid for an indefinite period of time. There is no existing public trading market for the Series A Preferred Stock. VENU intends to apply to have our Series A Preferred Stock listed on the NYSE American under the symbol “VENUP” following the NYSE American’s certification of the Form 8-A of the Company to be filed after the final closing of this offering. The listing of the Company’s Series A Preferred Stock on the NYSE American is not a condition of the Company’s proceeding with this offering, and no assurance can be given that our application to list on the NYSE American will be approved or that an active trading market for our Series A Preferred Stock will develop.
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