Concert promoter names new head of regional operations

Live Nation Entertainment has appointed Neil Jacobsen president of its Tampa/Orlando concerts division.

Jacobsen has been with Los Angeles-based Live Nation, a leading promoter of concerts and other live entertainment, for four decades, according to a press release. He has also been appointed to the newly created role of COO of Florida operations for the firm. In that position, he will oversee development opportunities and long-term business planning throughout the Sunshine State.