CTS EVENTIM Appoints Andrea Grancini as CEO of TicketOne to Drive Innovation and Growth in Italy’s Dynamic Ticketing Market

CTS EVENTIM Appoints Andrea Grancini as CEO of TicketOne to Drive Innovation and Growth in Italy’s Dynamic Ticketing Market

(IN BRIEF) CTS EVENTIM has announced a leadership change at its Italian subsidiary, TicketOne. Andrea Grancini, previously the General Manager and Board Member since 2018, has been appointed CEO, succeeding Stefano Lionetti, who has been at the helm since 2007. Stefano Lionetti will remain an integral part of TicketOne, serving on the Board and continuing as General Manager with a focus on Administration and Finance to ensure a seamless transition. Reporting directly to CTS EVENTIM CEO Klaus-Peter Schulenberg, Grancini brings over 25 years of industry expertise to guide TicketOne in maintaining its dominant position in the Italian ticketing market. The announcement underscores the company’s strategic vision to enhance operational leadership and drive further growth. TicketOne, which manages over 30,000 events annually and attracts more than 80 million visits to its online platform, continues to be a leader in the sector. Both outgoing CEO Stefano Lionetti and incoming CEO Andrea Grancini expressed optimism about the future, emphasizing continuity, innovation, and strengthened relationships with customers, promoters, and partners as they embark on the next chapter.

(PRESS RELEASE) BREMEN, 10-Apr-2025 — /EuropaWire/ — CTS EVENTIM, Europe’s leading ticketing and live entertainment company and second worldwide, announced a significant leadership transition at its Italian subsidiary, TicketOne. Andrea Grancini, who has served as General Manager and Board Member since 2018, has been named the new CEO. Grancini will take over from Stefano Lionetti, who has led TicketOne since 2007 and will continue to play an active role in the company as a member of the Board of Directors and as General Manager, focusing on Administration and Finance, thereby ensuring a smooth transition and continuity for the business.

In his new role, Andrea Grancini will report directly to Klaus-Peter Schulenberg, CEO of CTS EVENTIM, and his appointment underscores the company’s commitment to maintaining strong leadership and pursuing further growth in the Italian ticketing market. Grancini brings over 25 years of industry experience to the role and has an in-depth understanding of the business, which positions him well to preserve and enhance the company’s robust relationships with promoters, clients, and partners.

Stefano Lionetti, whose leadership was pivotal in expanding TicketOne’s market presence and advancing its technology capabilities – as well as in facilitating the acquisition by CTS EVENTIM in 2008 – expressed his pride in the company’s accomplishments under his tenure. “It has been an incredible honour to lead TicketOne for the past 18 years. I am proud of everything we have accomplished together. Andrea’s dedication and expertise make him the ideal leader for the future. I am confident TicketOne will continue to thrive under his leadership, and I look forward to supporting him during the transition,” he said.

Klaus-Peter Schulenberg, CEO of CTS EVENTIM, added, “I would like to extend my sincere thanks to Stefano for his outstanding leadership and the many successes we have achieved together. I am pleased that he will continue to contribute his expertise as a member of the Board. Congratulations to Andrea on his well-deserved appointment as CEO. I look forward to working alongside him as he leads TicketOne into a promising future.”

TicketOne continues to dominate Italy’s ticketing sector, servicing more than 30,000 events annually via its web platform ticketone.it, which attracts over 80 million visits each year. With this leadership change, the company reinforces its strong position in the market and lays the groundwork for further innovation and growth as part of the CTS EVENTIM Group.

ABOUT CTS EVENTIM

CTS EVENTIM is the number one provider of ticketing services in Europe and number two in the world. Over 300 million tickets per year are marketed using the Company’s systems – through mobile/online portals and physical box offices. According to Pollstar’s global rankings for 2024, the EVENTIM Group is the second-biggest promoter in the world. In addition, CTS EVENTIM operates some of Europe’s most renowned venues. CTS Eventim AG & Co. KGaA (ISIN DE 0005470306) has been listed on the stock exchange since 2000 and is a member of the MDAX segment. In 2024, the Group generated revenue of EUR 2.8 billion across more than 25 countries.

Media Contacts:

PRESS CONTACT CTS EVENTIM:
Christian Colmorgen
Vice President Corporate Communications
christian.colmorgen@eventim.de

INVESTOR RELATIONS CTS EVENTIM:
Marco Haeckermann
Vice President, Corporate Development & Strategy
marco.haeckermann@eventim.de

SOURCE: CTS EVENTIM