Aviva Arena Hires Head of Partnerships Amid Bristol Venue's Ambitious Expansion Plans
Aviva Arena has appointed Martyn Jenkin as its inaugural Head of Partnerships. The new hire is part of YTL Live's expansion of its senior team, led by CEO Andrew Billingham.
Jenkin comes from Momentum Worldwide, where he led American Express's ticketing partnerships with major events like F1 and the NFL, as well as driving Amex presale activations for global tours by Harry Styles and Olivia Rodrigo.
Aviva Arena is a new 20,000-capacity arena in Bristol, currently under construction. It's set to open in late 2028 and is expected to contribute £1 billion to the local economy over its first decade of operation, creating more than 2,000 jobs during construction and up to 500 permanent roles once operational.
According to CEO Andrew Billingham, Jenkin's experience makes him an 'outstanding addition' to the team. Sarah McBride, Partnerships Director Aviva Arena, added that Jenkin will bring a wealth of experience, creativity, and energy to the role.