Gjonnes co-founded the venue management business in 2008. He has 12 years’ experience in the events industry, and has worked on events including Formula 1 and the Cannes film festival. He will focus on managing the implementation of the board’s growth strategy.
Industri manages two of London’s most filmed-in commercial buildings: Battersea Power Station and the Farmiloe Building in EC1. In December 2009, Industri launched the Boiler House venue at Battersea Power Station.
The venue hosted a variety of high profile events in 2012, including the Elton John Grey Goose Winter Ball, the Relentless Freeze Festival, the Cancer Research - Shine Marathon, and .
Graham Beswick, chairman of Industri Management, said: "Tarek’s promotion is a key appointment as part of the growth plans of Industri Management. Tarek’s experience and knowledge that has been a big part of the success of the company to date and crystallising his experience will further strengthen the business and the service we provide to clients."
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