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There’s a three-word phrase all over New Orleans. It adorns everything from notepads to drink koozies to signage around the city: Built to Host. It’s a catchy slogan for the popular tourist destination, but those three words have a different meaning in the coming months for the Crescent City less than three months away from […]
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ASM Global has been formally acquired by Legends in a merger of two industry organizations that will combine venue management with hospitality and premium live event experiences under one umbrella. Financial terms of the transaction were not disclosed. ASM Global manages a portfolio of live event venues worldwide with clients spanning five continents including Sydney […]
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ASM Global has promoted Melissa Wasson to general manager of the facility in Glendale, Arizona, best known as the home of the Arizona Cardinals. Wasson has served the past 13 years as the assistant general manager at State Farm Stadium, where she led the ASM Global stadium management team in overseeing the day-to-day and event […]
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ASM Global has selected Andy Gorchov as general manager of Allegiant Stadium in Las Vegas, the home of the NFL’s Raiders and host of the 2024 Super Bowl. In his role as general manager, Gorchov will oversee day-to-day operations at the 65,000-capacity venue. Along with the Raiders, Allegiant Stadium is home for UNLV Football and […]
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The New Orleans Saints made an $11.4 million payment toward Superdome renovations Friday, diffusing a standoff between the team and Louisiana officials who oversee the stadium that will host the next Super Bowl. The Superdome, which is managed by ASM Global and is nearly 50 years old, hosts the Super Bowl on February 9, 2025. […]
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ASM Global has announced a significant investment in Boston-based Edge Sports Group, as the organization looks to expand its offerings in the youth sports and sports tourism industry. This investment in Edge comes as ASM Global was awarded the management contract by the County of Henrico in Virginia for the 185,000-square-foot Henrico Sports & Events […]
Continue ReadingASM Global has named Lindsay Arell as chief sustainability officer for its collection of 400 venues including over 50 green certified venues, the largest portfolio of such properties in the world. Arell has been pioneering sustainability efforts for the live event industry for two decades for professional sports teams, venues, and a wide array of […]
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The late winter will be a test period for Kai Tak Sports Park in Hong Kong after a nearly decade-long build for the $4 billion sports, recreation and entertainment project. Kai Tak Sports Park is expected to formally open in 2025 and is one of the sports venues that will deliver events for the 2025 […]
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ASM Global has entered into a partnership with Playeasy to maximize sporting events bookings for ASM Global’s Convention Centers portfolio and provide ASM Global access to more than 600 sports event operators in over 100 types of sports and activities in Playeasy’s digital network. Along with showcasing venues on Playeasy, ASM Global convention centers will […]
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While the construction of new sports venues never stops, a theme that’s emerging with these multi-million-dollar facilities is being able to use them for much more than one specific sport or event. From the $2 billion Intuit Dome to local venues used for a wide range of youth sports, there’s a variety in the sizes […]
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The @Big12Conference has selected the Maverik Center in West Valley City, Utah, to host the 2025, 2026 and 2027 Big 12 Gymnastics Championships. The 2025 Big 12 Gymnastics Championship’s two sessions will be held March 22 at noon and 5 p.m. local time.
.@PlayNAIA has selected Orange Beach Sportsplex in Orange Beach, Alabama, and @GSOB_Sports as hosts for the 2025, 2026 and 2027 NAIA Men’s Soccer National Championships.
Move United was given the 2024 Rings of Gold Award by the United States Olympic and Paralympic Committee during its annual assembly last week in Colorado Springs, Colorado.
Triple Crown Sports has announced the departure of Sean Hardy, who is stepping down from his role as chief operating officer to join League One Volleyball as chief growth officer.
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