AO Arena, managed and operated by ASM Global, is one of the busiest venues in the world and the largest indoor arena in Europe.

Since opening in 1995, AO Arena has hosted the biggest names in live entertainment including U2, The Rolling Stones, Madonna, Lady Gaga, Pavarotti and the record-breaking 2010/2011 residency by local comedian Peter Kay.

In addition to live music, the venue has also staged some of the biggest events in the UK sporting calendar including several 2002 Commonwealth Games' events, the 2012 Olympic basketball warm-up match between team USA and GB, the 2008 FINA World Swimming Championships and international boxing bouts by Mike Tyson, David Haye, Joe Calzaghe and local champions Ricky Hatton, Amir Khan and Anthony Crolla.

The AO Arena has also played a key part in the city's rich musical heritage with historic shows by local bands Take That, Oasis, Elbow, New Order, James, Happy Mondays, The Charlatans, Noel Gallagher's High Flying Birds, M People, Doves, Inspiral Carpets, The Verve, Simply Red and The Courteeners.

Attracting over one million visitors each year, the 21,000 capacity Arena is a former winner of the industry's prestigious International Venue of the Year award.

In 2020, online electricals retailer AO became the headline sponsor of the Arena so fans and artists from all over the world can be greeted with the famous AO smile.

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AO Arena's headquarters in Manchester, United Kingdom

This department manages the planning, preparation, and delivery of food and beverage services.

Food and Beverage Operations

This department oversees the management and coordination of hospitality-related functions and services.

Hospitality Services

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This department oversees the preparation and presentation of food, ensuring quality and efficiency in culinary activities.

Culinary Operations

This department manages all aspects of food and beverage operations, including service, menu development, and culinary standards.

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AO Arena

Org chart

Teams

Food and Beverage Operations

Hospitality Services

Sales and Marketing

Ticketing Services

Culinary Operations

Food and Beverage

Offices

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