AEG International Accelerates APAC Expansion with Key Appointment

AEG International has announced the appointment of John Langford to the role of President, APAC, AEG International.

Langford will start in his new role effective April 1st of this year.

He will lead the development and execution of AEG’s Asia-Pacific expansion strategy across venues and real estate, as the company continues to treat the region as a priority growth market.

Langford will assume responsibility for the overall business performance of AEG’s current and future portfolio of venues across the region, working closely with local leadership teams and joint venture partners to deliver the company’s strategic plans.

Langford, who currently serves as AEG International’s Executive Vice President for Venues, brings over 30 years of experience in live entertainment and venue management.

“Asia-Pacific is a dynamic and strategically important market for AEG, with significant long-term potential,” shares Alex Hill, President & CEO, AEG International. “John’s track record of delivering sustained performance, driving operational excellence and leading high-performing teams makes him the ideal leader to drive our ambitions in the region. I am excited to see his expertise applied across our expanding Asia portfolio.”

Speaking on his appointment, Langford says: “Over the past decade at AEG, I’ve had the privilege of working across an extraordinary breadth of roles — from leading the world’s busiest arena to overseeing operations across multiple international markets. That experience has given me a deep appreciation for the power of live entertainment to bring communities together and deliver meaningful impact.

“I have long admired Asia for its energy, cultural diversity and dynamic live music landscape. I’m excited to relocate and immerse myself more fully in the market, working alongside our talented teams and partners to build on the strong foundations already in place. There is tremendous opportunity ahead, and I look forward to helping to accelerate AEG’s expansion and further establish Asia-Pacific as a leading market for live music and world-class venues.”