The SEC announces Dominic McKay as new CEO

Glasgow’s the Scottish Event Campus (SEC) has announced Dominic McKay as its new chief executive.

McKay is joining the SEC in May from European Professional Club Rugby (EPCR) in Switzerland where he is currently executive chairman.

The SEC, owners of the 14,300-capacity arena OVO Hydro, has hosted events such as the Commonwealth Games and COP26. The appointment comes as the SEC enters its 40^th year during which it is set to host shows by acts including Sabrina Carpenter, Iron Maiden, Kylie and Billie Eilsh at the OVO Hydro.

SEC chair Morag McNeill said, “The success of the SEC is hugely important to Glasgow and Scotland and Dominic has strong relationships with many of the SEC’s key stakeholders and partners, including our major shareholder Glasgow City Council and our wider stakeholder family. The whole Board looks forward to working with Dominic as we continue our ambitious plans for the business.”

“I look forward to working with the board and leading the team to establish a new strategy that will include exciting new development plans for the campus while ensuring the SEC and its venues continue to be a thriving destination for the world’s greatest musicians, performers and international and national events,” sais McKay.

Glasgow City Council leader Susan Aitken said, “He is a very experienced, strategic leader and I’m looking forward to seeing the impact he has on the business over the years ahead.”