Venu Holding (VENU) appoints Thomas Finke to Board

Venu Holding Corporation (NYSE: VENU), a developer, owner, and operator of upscale live music venues and premium hospitality destinations, today announced the appointment of financial thought leader and strategic growth advisor, Thomas M. Finke, to its Board of Directors. Known for his financial leadership and growth-driven mindset, Finke will officially assume the position on May 5, 2025, to support VENU’s bold growth vision and strategic trajectory through the capital markets.

Mr. Finke brings over 35 years of experience in financial services. In December 2008, he was appointed Chairman and CEO of Babson Capital, a wholly owned subsidiary of The Massachusetts Mutual Life Insurance Company (“MassMutual”.) In 2016, Mr. Finke led the merger of Babson Capital with three other subsidiaries of MassMutual forming Barings, LLC. Under his leadership Barings grew its assets under management from approximately $271 billion to over $350 billion in four years. Mr. Finke retired from Barings in November 2020.

Mr. Finke currently serves as a non-executive director for Invesco Ltd. (NYSE: IVZ). A global investment management company managing approximately $1.85 trillion in assets as of December 31, 2024.

Mr. Finke is also active in nonprofit leadership, serving on boards including Davidson College, Duke University’s Fuqua School of Business, and the National Math and Science Initiative. He holds a BS from the University of Virginia and an MBA from Duke University.

“VENU has assembled an exceptionally accomplished and forward-thinking board, and the addition of Tom Finke only raises the bar. His track record of financial leadership and strategic execution will be invaluable as we scale our business. I’m thrilled to welcome Tom to the team as we enter this next phase of growth,” said J.W. Roth Founder, Chairman, and CEO of VENU.

Mr. Finke added, “VENU is building something truly unique at the intersection of live entertainment and premium hospitality, and I’m excited to contribute to that vision. I look forward to working with J.W., the leadership team, and my fellow board members to help guide the company’s continued growth and capitalize on the significant opportunities ahead.”

Finke joins the existing VENU Board of Directors which currently includes: VENU Founder and CEO, J.W. Roth (Chairman), VENU Chief Financial Officer, Heather Atkinson (Secretary, and Treasurer), Founder and CEO of Innovate CPG, Inc., Mitchell Roth, Founder and Owner of CC Management & Development, Steve Cominsky, CEO of Craddock Commercial, Matt Craddock, and seasoned financial professional, David Lavine.

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