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The pandemic created a bleak outlook for live‑event businesses, with concerts, sports, theaters and business travel all facing uncertain futures as public‑health concerns kept crowds away. Prominent voices, such as Michael Dell, questioned the need for travel when virtual alternatives like “Zoom Airlines” existed. While many expected a lasting shift toward remote experiences, investors at Providence Equity Partners observed that post‑pandemic people have developed a renewed appreciation for in‑person interactions. Consequently, both personal and professional life now shows a growing demand for gatherings rather than a retreat from them.

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