Music Venue Owners and Managers

Certification or Licensing

At the moment, certification in facility management is not mandatory, but it is becoming a distinguishing credential among the managers of the largest, most profitable venues. Put simply, a music venue can bring its owners a lot of revenue, and these owners aren't willing to trust the management to individuals who are not qualified to run them. Certification is one way a club owner can ensure that certain industry standards in facility management are met. The International Facility Management Association, probably the industry leader in certification, offers these designations: facility management professional, certified facility manager, and sustainability facility professional. Additionally, the International Association of Venue Managers offers two designations: certified venue executive and certified venue professional. Contact these organizations for more information.

Managers do not need to be licensed, but owners will need to apply for a variety of licenses from local and state government agencies in order to legally operate their businesses.