What do the Olympics, the movie “Grease” and Irish Tenors have in common? They will all be represented at 500 Festival events and programs this May. Gracie Gold, U.S. Figure Skater, Olivia Newton-John, Grammy winner and world- renowned performer, and Ronan Tynan, Irish Tenor, have all agreed to be a part of this year’s festivities. […]
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500 Festival wins 23 awards from the International Festival & Events Association
The 500 Festival announced today it earned 23 industry honors from the International Festival and Events Association (IFEA). Earning top honors, the 500 Festival secured a Silver Grand Pinnacle, meaning it was recognized one of the best festivals in the world. In addition, this marks the fifth consecutive year that a 500 Festival event has […]
500 Festival Elects New Officers, Adds Five Civic Leaders to Board of Directors
The 500 Festival Board of Directors recently elected its 2013-2014 officers and welcomed five new civic leaders to serve on its board. NEWLY-ELECTED OFFICERS Chairman of the Board: John A. Crisp, Senior Managing Director/Principal, Cassidy Turley Vice Chairman of the Board: Gary Aletto, Chief Operating Officer, Bright Sheet Metal Company, Inc. Secretary: Paul Sinclair, Partner, […]
500 Festival Seeks 33 New Ambassadors for the 2014 500 Festival Princess Program
Registration is now open for the 2014 500 Festival Princess Program. The application is available and may be submitted online via the 500 Festival’s website, www.500festival.com, now through Friday, January 3, 2014. Becoming a 500 Festival Princess is an experience of a lifetime. The 2014 Princesses will serve as ambassadors of the 500 Festival, the 2014 Indianapolis […]
500 Festival Names Bob Bryant as New President and CEO
The 500 Festival announced today that Bob Bryant has been named the 500 Festival’s fourth President and CEO. Bryant brings 20 years of experience creating brand-defining successes and significant revenue growth in categories including events, sports, broadcast, motorsports, entertainment, consumer products, retail and online. Bryant will assume his new role on June 10, 2013. Bryant currently […]
