Venu Holding CEO outlines $5B venue expansion, announces Billboard partnership and Disruptor Award

Venu Holding Corp. CEO J.W. Roth joined Steve Darling from Proactive to unveil the company’s aggressive expansion strategy across the U.S. and internationally, as well as a high-profile partnership with Billboard aimed at reshaping the live music experience. Roth shared that Venu is currently managing over $1.2 billion in active venue construction projects, working closely with municipalities in cities such as McKinney (TX), Broken Arrow (OK), and El Paso (TX). These developments are expected to more than double by 2026, with the company targeting $4.5 to $5 billion in luxury venue builds. One standout achievement is the Ford Amphitheater in Colorado Springs, which Roth called “the number one outdoor music venue ever built in history.” The venue has already received a Pollstar nomination for Venue of the Year worldwide, and Ford Motor Company has secured naming rights—underscoring its high-profile success. Roth also traced the company's origins to his transition from Roth Premium Foods to founding Venu Holdings with a core team of 20 people. He described Venu as a mission-driven company fueled by his personal passion for music and a desire to disrupt the traditional live venue model. Looking ahead, Roth pledged to deliver $1 billion in net tangible assets to the company’s balance sheet over the next 12 months—translating to roughly $25 per share. A major milestone in this mission is Venu’s newly announced three-year partnership with Billboard, which will spotlight the company’s fan-founded, fan-owned venue model. At the center of the collaboration is the Billboard "Disruptor Award," presented by Venu, which will honor artists, creators, and executives who are challenging norms and advancing innovation in the music industry. Roth described the award as a symbol of Venu’s identity: bold, innovative, and deeply aligned with the future of live entertainment. Through the partnership, Venu will also participate in Billboard Music & Money Dinners, panels, fireside chats, and more—solidifying its role as a thought leader in the evolving entertainment landscape. #proactiveinvestors #venuholdingscorportion #nyse #venu #billbaordmagazine VenuHoldingCorp #JWROTH #LiveEntertainment #Amphitheaters #MusicVenues #ConstructionProjects #FordAmphitheater #PollstarAwards #InvestorUpdate #Billboard #ProactiveInterview