Hawks Executives Named Top Arena Operators

Amanda Mann, the Atlanta Hawks’ executive vice president and chief facilities officer, has been named Venue Operator of the Year by the Oak View Group. The award was presented during the third annual Oak View Group Arena Alliance Awards.

Trey Feazell, the executive vice president of arena programming for State Farm Arena, also received recognition this week. Billboard listed him among its 2026 Touring Power Players.

The two leaders manage the operations that bring approximately 2 million guests to the downtown Atlanta venue annually. Their roles focus on the logistical and programming demands of hosting both sports and touring acts.

In a statement, Steve Koonin, the CEO of the Atlanta Hawks and State Farm Arena, said the awards reflect the staff’s commitment to fan experience. “Amanda and Trey represent what makes State Farm Arena successful: outstanding people who understand that bringing great events to Atlanta and delivering a memorable experience for fans is our priority,” Koonin said. He added that the leadership is recognized by the industry for keeping the venue running at an optimal level.

State Farm Arena has seen strong financial performance in recent rankings. In the 2025 Billboard Year in Touring rankings, the arena placed third nationally and fifth globally for ticket revenue among arenas of its size. It also ranked fifth in the United States and seventh worldwide for non-sports attendance, drawing 939,000 attendees across 94 ticketed shows.

The awards close the annual recognition cycle for the venue’s leadership team. The next major industry events will be announced by the respective organizations later this year.