Mark Jan Kar and Santiago Olea
Legends Global Bolsters MENA Leadership
New appointments target continued growth across the region
Legends Global has promoted Mark Jan Kar to Senior Vice President, MENA and APAC Strategic Projects, while Santiago Olea becomes General Manager of Dubai’s Coca-Cola Arena. Both appointments take effect this month.
Why it matters:
The changes come as Legends Global pursues growth across the Gulf region.
Expanded remit:
In his new role, Jan Kar will oversee strategic projects and new business opportunities across MENA and APAC.
He will also retain oversight of Coca-Cola Arena, having joined the Arena in 2018 and become GM in 2021.
Under his leadership, Coca-Cola Arena has delivered 550+ live events since opening.
Olea’s move:
Olea transfers from Legends Global’s King Abdullah Financial District Conference Centre in Riyadh, where he has been GM since 2024.
He brings more than 12 years’ experience across venues and major events in Saudi Arabia, Kuwait, Qatar and Dubai.
👋 Disclosures & Transparency Block
This story was written with information from Pollstar
We covered it because it’s news of senior appointments at Legends Global.
