Built By Fans.
Built For You.

We started with $100 and a simple goal: make getting into the show easier. Discover how one frustrating ticket experience changed the way we build for fans today.

Our Story

Our Mission

Connecting People to Live Events, Making Unforgettable Experiences Easy, Secure, and Accessible for Everyone.

Our Vision

How We Started

In 2005, Adam Young ran into a familiar problem. He wanted to see the Dave Matthews Band, but the obstacles and effort to get in the door started to overshadow the excitement of the show itself. With $100 and a clear sense that fans deserved a better way in, Adam set out to build something simpler - removing friction and restoring a straightforward path from interest to attendance. To make buying a ticket feel straightforward.

That decision became the foundation for Event Tickets Center.

What Our Customers Say
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“For twenty years, our entire focus has been on removing the obstacles between fans and their favorite events. That relentless dedication to the ticket-buying experience is exactly what sets us apart today.”

Nick Gardner, VP of Product Delivery

Our Mission

What Drives Us

Connecting People to Live Events, Making Unforgettable Experiences Easy, Secure, and Accessible for Everyone.

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Built By Fans, For Fans

Event Tickets Center was built by people who actually go to live events. Not as spectators of the industry, but as participants in it. The team includes concert regulars, theatergoers, comedy fans, and sports enthusiasts who plan their schedules around live moments.

That perspective shows up in how the platform is built and how decisions get made. We understand what matters to people on the other side of the screen because we’re there too - waiting in line, comparing seats, coordinating plans, and making time for something worth leaving the house for.

We don’t just sell tickets. We help people get access to experiences they’ve already chosen to prioritize. That responsibility shapes how we approach trust, clarity, and support.

At Event Tickets Center, every ticket represents access to a real moment. That’s the standard we hold ourselves to when building the product and serving customers.

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A Vision Come to Life

What started as a small operation grew into a national platform serving fans across concerts, sports, and live entertainment. The company expanded. The technology improved. The audience widened.

The point never changed.

Adam and the team built the platform for people who actually attend events. Fans in stadium seats. Kids at first shows. Groups planning their weekends around a game or a concert. That perspective shapes how we design the experience.

We treat a ticket as more than a transaction. It’s access to something people have already decided matters to them. That’s why we prioritize systems that reduce uncertainty at checkout, transaction protection, and clear order flows. The goal isn’t complexity. It’s confidence - so customers can focus on the event instead of worrying about the process.

That approach continues to guide how Event Tickets Center operates today: building for fans first, and designing systems that make getting to live events simpler, not harder.

Initiatives

Giving Back To Our Industry and Community

We're dedicated to making the ticketing landscape a better place and giving back to our communities.

ETC Cares

ETC Cares, our philanthropic initiative, uses our unique access to tickets and experiences to bring the magic of live events to underserved communities. Rather than generic philanthropy, we create direct connections and measurable impact, ensuring everyone has the chance to be a fan.

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Coalition for Ticket Fairness

Learn more about the Coalition for Ticketing Fairness, how they fight against legislation that hurts consumers, and Event Tickets Center's involvement.

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NATP

Learn more about the National Association for Ticket Professionals, how they encourage fair practices from their members, and how Event Tickets Center supports their mission.

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“At ETC, I quickly found that I could do meaningful work early on. Through ETC Cares, I’ve helped create experiences for people who might not otherwise have them, and getting to meet the people we’ve supported has been incredibly rewarding.”

Angela Braga, Junior Marketing Support Specialist

Our Brand

News & Partnerships

The latest with the event ticketing industry and our partnerships.

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Blog

Explore our blog to read about the latest in the event industry. You can also find special tips and tricks for attending events at popular venues, and read about experiences with popular artists.

Recent Blogs
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Partnerships

Event Tickets Center partners with a number of college athletic programs and promotional companies. Visit our partnerships page to learn more and reach out to build a partnership with us.

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Some of Our Awesome Partners

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Leadership

Meet our Leaders

Meet Event Tickets Center's founder and leaders.

Adam Young

Adam Young

Chief Executive Officer & Founder

Adam founded ETC with a passion for live music and a vision for a better marketplace. When he isn't steering the company, you can find him exploring the Colorado mountains.

Ben Kruger

Ben Kruger

Chief Marketing Officer

Ben brings 15 years of marketing strategy to the table. He focuses on the customer in competitive consumer markets, driven by the desire to create lasting memories for his own family and two sons.

Anthony Amato

Anthony Amato

Vice President of Product

A veteran of the ticketing industry, Anthony ensures the machine runs smoothly. He spends his free time in the stands, attending events with his two sons to see the fan experience firsthand.

Reviews

What Our Customers Say

We're committed to making every experience a positive one, with reliable service and support when you need it most.

See what our customers have to say about purchasing tickets through Event Tickets Center.

Sarah B.

Verified

Quebec, CA

“The ticket ordering process was simple, and I was nervous as to whether the tickets would be electronically delivered to my email in time for our planned travel date. They actually came early, and I was thrilled. I would definitely use Event Tickets Center again."

L. Tai

Verified

Victoria, BC

"I received my ticket from the Event Tickets Center for the Sarah Mclachlan concert several weeks before the concert date. The ticket access was user friendly, through my phone. Timely and really great service. I had an amazing time at the concert. Thank you."

Tiffany A.

Verified

Omaha, NE

"Great experience, quick, easy process."

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4.4/5

80K + Reviews

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