When the lights go down and the first notes of a concert echo through Barclays Center, there’s one person whose vision and passion have helped make that moment possible: Laurie Jacoby. As Chief Entertainment Officer for Brooklyn Sports & Entertainment, Jacoby oversees all programming and live events at the Barclays Center — a role that has not only elevated the arena’s global profile but also redefined how Brooklyn experiences live entertainment.

Following a record-breaking fiscal year — Barclays’ highest grossing in history — Jacoby has been recognized by Billboard on its 2025 Touring Power Players List and was named IEBA’s Venue Executive of the Year for the second time. But behind the accolades lies a deep-rooted love for live music and community.

“I’ve been in the industry for a lo

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