GLOBAL: Production Resource Group (PRG) has announced the appointment of Lawrence Burian as its Global Chief Executive Officer, effective April 13, marking a significant leadership transition as the company positions itself for continued growth across the global live events and entertainment technology landscape. Burian will also join PRG’s Board of Directors.

The appointment comes at a pivotal moment for both PRG and the wider live experiences industry, as demand for large-scale, high-impact productions continues to accelerate worldwide. “We are pleased to welcome Lawrence to PRG at this pivotal moment for the company and the live experiences industry,” said Lauren Krueger, Board Member of PRG and Managing Director at KKR. “With nearly three decades of leadership experience across entertainment, sports, media, and hospitality, Lawrence brings deep operational expertise and a strong track record of guiding complex, high-profile organizations through periods of transformation and expansion. Lawrence is the right leader to build on PRG’s global scale and integrated products and services to accelerate growth.”

Burian brings extensive cross-sector experience spanning live entertainment, sports, venue operations, media, hospitality and corporate strategy. Most recently, he served as Chief Operating Officer at LIV Golf, where he played a key role in steering the organisation through a period of rapid global expansion, overseeing multiple business functions across its international operations.

Prior to this, Burian held several senior leadership roles within the Madison Square Garden family of companies, working across a diverse portfolio of high-profile assets in live entertainment, sports and media. His experience includes involvement with major sports franchises such as the New York Knicks and the New York Rangers, as well as globally recognised venues including Madison Square Garden, Radio City Music Hall and Sphere. His portfolio has also extended to media platforms such as MSG Networks and entertainment brands including the Radio City Rockettes. In addition, Burian has served on the boards of Tao Hospitality Group, the Tribeca Film Festival and the Boston Calling Music Festival, further reinforcing his deep engagement across the broader entertainment ecosystem.

“At a time when so much of life is digital and remote, people are craving connection and moments that inspire, energize, and bring us all together. PRG has an extraordinary legacy of creativity and technical excellence, helping make those moments unforgettable for millions of people around the world,” said Burian. “We will continue to differentiate ourselves through relentless customer service and by deepening the long-term partnerships that fuel our success. PRG is well positioned to grow while continuing to deliver for our clients and remain a place where people can do their best work. I look forward to working with the Board and our talented leadership team to take PRG to new heights.”