Ben Sly is the General Manager for Structures & Ice at Arena Events Group, overseeing operations in the UK and Europe. With over two decades at the company, he has progressed from Project Manager to leadership, managing key accounts like The Jockey Club. He attended Kent’s Bank school in Buxton.
His professional focus on major sporting events, particularly through his work with The Jockey Club, suggests a strong personal interest in the equestrian world and large-scale live entertainment. This aligns with his long-standing career in the events industry.
Unique fact: Ben has dedicated his entire senior career, spanning more than 20 years, to rising through the ranks within the Arena Events Group.
Ben Sly
General Manager Structures UK. at Arena Events Group plc
St Ives, England, United Kingdom
Overview
Topics They Care About
Event Infrastructure
As General Manager of Arena Structures, he specializes in delivering large-scale temporary venues and infrastructure for premier events across the UK and Europe.
Equestrian Events
He has a long history of managing major projects for The Jockey Club, indicating deep expertise in the specific requirements of horse racing festivals.
Project Management
His career progression from Project Manager to Director and GM highlights a strong foundation and continued focus on complex project execution and delivery.
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Work History
4-2021
General Manager Structures UK. at Arena Events Group plc
11-2020 - 4-2021
Project Director & Operations Director at Arena Events Group plc
1-2018
Account Director (Jockey Club, I.M.G. Group) at Arena Structures
5-2016 - 1-2018
Project Manager at Arena Structures
6-2007 - 5-2016
Operations Manager at Accio Group
6-2002 - 5-2007
Yard Manager at Black & Edgington/ Arena Structures
3-1997 - 5-2002
Site Foreman at Black & Edgington
Education
1984 - 1988
Life from Kent’s Bank school, Buxton, Derbyshire.
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Location : St Ives, England, United Kingdom
Job Level : Senior
Designation : General Manager Structures UK. at Arena Events Group plc
