KB Event has announced the appointment of Cliff Zenker as its General Manager.
In this new position within the Company, the role on the Executive Board will see Zenker overseeing the day to day management of all areas of the business.
As a Stage and Company Manager in theatre, Zenker initially worked on a wide variety of productions before forging a successful career as a Production Manager, Technical Director and Project Manager on corporate events and concerts. He was instrumental in the opening of a large-scale theatrical pageant in Thailand and was also responsible for training a local workforce to run and operate the complex show.
Previous highlights in Zenker’s career include Site Manager for the 3 Tenors concert in Bath and Lead Technical Director for the both the G20 London Summit and the Papal Visit.
Zenker returned to Asia in 2012 where he headed up the acquisition of a production agency in Hong Kong, which he later went on to run.
Having worked closely with KB Event over the years on and a wide variety of projects, Zenker is now delighted to be part of the KB Event team. “My plan is to blend my Management, Production and Technical skills in this new, General Manager position, to assist Stuart & Leanne and the rest of the KB Event team in furthering its growth and success.”
On Zenker’s appointment, Stuart McPherson, Managing Director, commented: “Cliff’s previous experience, his can-do attitude, and his determination to see projects through to conclusion are attributes that made my decision in asking him to join us an absolute no-brainer. Leanne & I are extremely pleased that he accepted our offer, and we both look forward to working closely with him as the business continues to thrive.”