Our Story
Proven Leadership. Integrated Execution.
Ovations Live was built to bridge the gap between visionary creative and operational excellence. We stand at the forefront of benchmark setting processes, multi-disciplined skills, and proven entertainment industry know-how. With over 100 years of combined experience, the founders provide a robust foundation of industry experience that spans management, marketing, and world-class production.
Our approach is simple: we surround every project with a specialized triad of Creative, Production, and Operations. This synergy allows us to navigate complex challenges with ease, setting new standards for innovation and ensuring that every outcome is as remarkable as the vision behind it.
Development, Delivery, and Distribution of World-Class Live Entertainment
Meet the Leadership Team
Leu Strope
As the lead for both the Operations and Production pillars, Leu provides the rigorous framework that turns visionary concepts into sustainable realities. A seasoned executive with a career spanning the high-pressure worlds of Film, Commercial Theater, and Location-Based Entertainment, Leu specializes in the Precision Engine of the industry.
His mastery lies in his ability to synchronize the complex machinery of global tours and permanent venues from finance and construction to safety and capital improvements. At Ovations Live, Leu ensures that every project is built on a foundation of operational excellence, protecting both the client’s investment and the integrity of the creative vision.
Founder & CEO
Tom Vannucci
Tom is the visionary architect behind the Creative pillar at Ovations Live. With a career defined by high-stakes storytelling for some of the world’s most iconic brands including Disney, Warner Bros., Paramount, and the NBA, Tom brings an unrivaled depth of experience to the core of every project.
As a multi-disciplined, Creator, Director and Choreographer, he doesn't just create content; he engineers immersive experiences. His mastery lies in an innate ability to decode audience behavior, translating brand objectives into live entertainment that commands attention across global platforms. From Universal Studios to major league arenas, Tom ensures that the Visionary Strategy is never lost in translation.
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Jordan Fiksenbaum
In an industry defined by attention, Jordan is a master of engagement. With over 50 million tickets sold under his stewardship, he provides the commercial gravity that anchors our most ambitious projects.
His background as a former President in the live-streaming tech sector allows him to bridge the gap between traditional venue operations and modern digital platforms. At Ovations Live, Jordan leads the Marketing and Business Planning pillars, applying a sophisticated lens to sales, programming, and general management. He doesn't just market experiences; he builds the commercial infrastructure that ensures their sustainable success.
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