Transport firm KB Event restructures leadership team
Founder Stuart McPherson is stepping away from his role as CEO of the UK/Ireland-based company after a management buy-out
News By Hanna Ellington | 20 April 2026
UK-based transport and logistics firm KB Event is restructuring its leadership team, with company founder and CEO Stuart McPherson stepping away.
Founded in 1992 by McPherson, the UK/Ireland-based company supports world tours, festivals, exhibitions, and corporate projects, working with the likes of Massive Attack, Ed Sheeran, Yungblud, Sam Fender, and Gracie Abrams.
Richard Burnett, who served most recently as the company’s managing director, has led a private equity-backed management buy-out, reshaping the ownership order of KB Event, alongside sales director…