Auditorium District picks executive director

The Idaho Falls Auditorium District (IFAD) has hired Brian “Chip” Scott as the new Executive Director of the organization.

Scott will oversee daily operations and management of the IFAD.

Scott is former Vice President of Operations for the Memphis in May International Festival, Production Director the Seattle Music and Arts Festival, Bumbershoot, and booking and marketing director for a 14,000-seat arena in North Carolina.

According to the board, Scott also has years of experience in fundraising, project management and public relations.

“I am thrilled to be joining the board of directors and the Idaho Falls community as together we work to build an outstanding multi-use event center for eastern Idaho,” said Scott. “The positive impact this new facility will have on the community is limitless and is sure to play a key role in the region’s growth for years to come.”