MSG Entertainment Elevates Josephine Vaccarello to President
Event summary
- Josephine Vaccarello, previously EVP of Live at MSG Entertainment, promoted to President on September 21, 2026.
- She will oversee strategy and operations for concerts, family shows, comedy, performing arts, and special events across MSG venues.
- Vaccarello will also continue managing live concert residencies and touring acts at Sphere in Las Vegas.
- Her tenure includes key residencies like Billy Joel’s 150-show run and Harry Styles’ ongoing 30-show residency at Madison Square Garden.
- MSG venues under her leadership ranked among the top globally by Billboard and Pollstar, with Sphere as the highest-grossing venue in 2025.
The big picture
MSG Entertainment’s promotion of Josephine Vaccarello to President underscores its focus on leveraging deep industry relationships to expand its live event portfolio. With nearly 30 years of experience at MSG, Vaccarello’s leadership is critical as the company seeks to maintain its dominance in live entertainment, particularly amid growing competition in immersive venue experiences. Her oversight of Sphere, the highest-grossing venue globally in 2025, highlights the strategic importance of this role in driving future growth.
What we're watching
- Strategic Expansion
- How Vaccarello’s leadership will drive MSG’s growth in live experiences and maximize event calendars.
- Venue Performance
- Whether MSG can sustain its top rankings in Billboard and Pollstar under her expanded role.
- Artist Relations
- The pace at which Vaccarello can secure high-profile residencies and touring acts for MSG venues.