NEW GENERAL MANAGER ANNOUNCED AT TONY’S PIZZA EVENTS CENTER

NEW GENERAL MANAGER ANNOUNCED AT TONY’S PIZZA EVENTS CENTER

Salina, Kan. – July 19, 2024 – New General Manager at Tony’s Pizza Events Center in July as Oak View Group announces an internal promotion.

Ian Groopman has been named General Manager at Tony’s Pizza Events Center, effective July 15th. Groopman, who holds a Master’s Degree in Sports Management from Ohio University, joined Tony’s Pizza Events Center in March 2021 as the Director of Operations and was promoted to Assistant General Manager in October 2023. Prior to his time at TPEC, Groopman served as the Custodial Manager and Assistant Changeover Manager at North Charleston Coliseum in South Carolina. He has also held positions with The Greater Columbus Convention Center, The Cleveland Browns in the NFL, The Los Angeles Dodgers, Cleveland Guardians, and The Chicago White Sox in the MLB.

“I am very excited to continue to bring more events to the Salina community and to work with key stakeholders along the way,” said Groopman. “As I move forward in the role of General Manager, I can say that I am grateful and proud to represent a strong brand like Oak View Group and excited to lead the amazing team at Tony’s Pizza Events Center.”

“We are proud to announce the promotion of Ian Groopman,” said Rick Hontz, Senior Vice President of Oak View Group. “His expertise and proven track record will undoubtedly elevate Tony’s Pizza Events Center to new levels of success.”

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