Chris Werner

Director, Entertainment Ticketing Strategy at Hard Rock Cafe

Chris Werner has a diverse work experience spanning various companies and roles. Chris started their career as an Event Coordinator at Navy Pier in 1990 and then moved on to become an Assistant Executive Director at Ogden Entertainment Services, Alliant Energy PowerHouse & Paramount Theatre. During this time, they also acted as Interim Executive Director at Tri Cities Coliseum in Kennewick, Washington. In 1996, Chris joined Ticketmaster as a General Manager, where they successfully increased annual territory income and secured high-profile service contracts. In 2008, they joined the Chicago Blackhawks as the Vice President of Ticketing & Customer Relations. During their tenure, they played a crucial role in increasing annual ticket revenue and growing the season ticket base significantly. Currently, Chris works at Hard Rock International as the Director of Entertainment Ticketing Strategy.

Chris Werner attended the University of Iowa but did not complete a degree or specify a field of study.

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  • Director, Entertainment Ticketing Strategy

    April, 2023 - present