LACC names new assistant general manager

The Los Angeles Convention Center (LACC), US, has named Ben Zarhoud (pictured) as its new assistant general manager. Zarhoud, most recently vice-president of finance at the LACC, joined the facility in 2018 with a background in accounting and finance management. Prior to joining the LACC, he spent six years in senior management at AEG and AXS Group LLC and six years at Deloitte & Touche LLP. Ellen Schwartz, general manager of the LACC, said: “Since joining the team, Ben’s collaborative approach has had an extremely positive impact on every department. His keen ability to identify areas for process improvement enables us to grow and be the best we can be.” Zarhoud added: “Our collective belief in helping our clients produce the best events possible, while continuing to drive revenue to the city of Los Angeles, remains our top priority.” The LACC is owned by the City of Los Angeles and managed by the venue, event strategy and management company ASM Global.