Pat Christenson

Owner -P.C. Event Consulting-

Pat Christenson is an experienced professional in the sports and entertainment industry based in Henderson, Nevada. Here are some key details about his background and career:

Professional Experience

Current Role: Owner and President of P.C. Event Consulting, which he recently created to assist promoters and producers in launching or improving their events.3
Previous Position: President of Las Vegas Events from August 2001 to 2024.1 In this role, he was responsible for securing events for Southern Nevada, including Las Vegas, Laughlin, Primm, and Mesquite.1
Venue Management: Prior to Las Vegas Events, Christenson served as the Director of Thomas and Mack Center/Sam Boyd Stadium from 1991 to 2001.1 He also worked as the Assistant Director of these venues from 1983 to 1991.1

Achievements and Contributions

Christenson has been involved in sports and entertainment in Las Vegas for over 40 years, playing a significant role in shaping the city's event landscape.1 2
Under his leadership at Las Vegas Events, the organization supported around 40 events annually and produced major events like the Wrangler National Finals Rodeo and The Longlines FEI World Cup.1
He developed the UNLV Sports Marketing Department in 1995, which increased revenues by $2.5 million in its first year.1
In 2007, he served as the Chairman of the Arena Task Force, consulting on the design, operation, and marketing of a proposed new arena in Las Vegas.4

Education and Recognition

Christenson holds a Bachelor's degree in Education from the University of Wisconsin-Madison and a Master's in Public Administration from the University of Nevada-Las Vegas.1
He has been inducted into several halls of fame, including the Southern Nevada Sports Hall of Fame (2008) and the Wisconsin Athletic Hall of Fame (2019).1

Pat Christenson's extensive experience and contributions have made him a significant figure in Las Vegas's sports and entertainment industry.