Our Sponsors

*PREMIER PARTNER* MANICA Architecture

MANICA Architecture provides its clients with the unique combination of large scale project experience and the personality and creativity of a boutique international design studio.

And unlike many large architectural firms that specialize in projects of similar scale, MANICA is dedicated to ensuring that all of its clients are given the personal attention and unparalleled expertise they deserve. The experience of MANICA Architecture and its President and Director, David Manica, includes the design of over $5 billion in the construction of high profile sport and entertainment venues worldwide. Current and recent MANICA projects include the VTB World Cup 2018 Stadium and Arena (Moscow, Russia), Lusail World Cup 2022 Stadium (Doha, Qatar), STU Sport Park (Shantou, China), The Guangzhou International Arena and Entertainment District (Guangzhou, China), The Shanghai World Expo Arena (Shanghai, China), and the Beijing Olympic Basketball Arena (Beijing, China). For additional information, visit www.manicaarchitecture.com.

Sport+Markt Official Research Partner

As the leading research and consultancy company in international sport business, Sport+Markt has been analysing the developments and factors for success on the sponsorship and advertising markets for 25 years.

In addition to expertise in market, media research and strategic consultancy, our clients have access to one of the most extensive global databases for sport, sponsorship and communications. As an independent reference on the market, Sport+Markt develops customised solutions for the planning, evaluation and optimisation of engagements in sport business. We are currently active in over 120 global markets with over 500 employees. In addition to our headquarters in Cologne, we have branches in the U.K., Spain, Italy, France, the Netherlands, Brazil and Singapore. With our own Stadia Consultancy Unit, we have developed innovative services for arena and stadium operators, clubs, rights agencies and the public sector, such as models for potential analysis, evaluation of stadium related marketing rights, as well as financial and constructional issues.

KPMG Sports Advisory Practice

KPMG International is a network of member firms offering audit, tax and advisory services, including our sports advisory service portfolio. We work closely with our clients, helping them to mitigate risks and grasp opportunities.

KPMG’s Sports Advisory Practice was set up to address the specific needs of clients active in the sports business. We are well positioned to serve clients in the sports sector as we have a sound understanding of specific sports markets and a dedicated team of professionals serving sports sector clients. Furthermore, as a member of a global network, we possess a good understanding of international best practices and insights from local market developments. KPMG member firms can be found in over 152 countries. Collectively they employ more than 145,000 people across a range of disciplines.

KPMG fosters excellent relationship with a large number of football associations and clubs, with services ranging from audit, tax advisory, financial analysis and commercial intelligence. Many of the world’s top leading football organisations are long-standing clients of KPMG, while we do our best to continuously improve the value-add we offer to an increasing variety of stakeholders in sports.

Daplast

With more than 30 years of experience, Daplast is one of the leading stadium seats manufacturers in Europe.

Daplast’s seats are officially approved by the Spanish Professional Soccer League and FIBA (International Basketball Federation) – and have been tested and certified on strength and durability according European Norms EN 12727:01 for spectator seating. Daplast, is operating under the ISO 9001:2000 quality concept being certified by TÜV. Some of the firm’s references include Real Madrid, FC Barcelona, National Stadium of Panama, Lakeshore Lions Arena in Canada, Olympic Stadium of Amsterdam, Hong Kong Jockey Club, Khalifa Al Ain Stadium in UAE, Tijuana Stadium in Mexico and Queen Elizabeth II Stadium in New Zealand. For additional information, visit www.daplast.com

ALSD – Association of Luxury Suite Directors

The Association of Luxury Suite Directors (ALSD) was established in 1990 to provide a single platform for our member teams and venues with accurate and timely information from across all layers of the premium seat industry in stadiums and arenas throughout North America with a growing global reach.

With its integrated marketing and advertising programs, the ALSD is also positioned to link buyers and sellers, including vendors, suppliers and food and beverage concessionaires for the venue marketplace. The ALSD team is committed to organizing, supporting and developing a network for suite directors and team/facility executives to share information, ideas and values with one another in order to ensure profit and quality for all.

As a body we are passionate about assisting teams and venues in providing premium seat patrons with superior service, state-of-the-art amenities and an overall exceptional experience. ALSD aims to be the ultimate voice and accredited resource for individuals and organizations involved in the premium seat industry. www.alsd.com

Barco LiveDots

Barco LiveDots provides large screen LED video display systems, LED sports perimeter systems, control rooms and digital signage solutions for sports stadia.

Barco LiveDots is a World wide supplier of LED display systems, and has a wide range of products dedicated for sports. With top references as Juventus Italy, Wembley national stadium, Cape Town and Rustenburg world cup 2010 stadiums and latest F1 tracks in both Abu Dhabi and India Barco LiveDots can truly state it support the world greatest sports events with their display technologies. Barco LiveDots has introduced a number of specific sport products to its portfolio the past 12 months, for which the SF-10v display is the most prominent one. SF-10v offers Barco’s prime image quality and processing power for a price never been seen before. This is more value for less money. Next to LED display systems, Barco also offers a whole range of digital signage products for today’s modern multiple purpose venues as well as fantastic control room system for security, monitoring and crowd control. www.barco.com

TheStadiumBusiness Awards

TheStadiumBusiness Awards are the first industry awards for the stadium sector by the stadium sector.

Launched in 2010, the awards were initiated to recognise leadership, innovation and achievement in the delivery, operation and management of major sports facilities around the world. For more information on the awards – and to nominate for this year’s awards – please visit www.stadiumbusinessawards.com

Sony Professional: the entertainment partner for your stadium

Sports and entertainment events are uniquely focused, commercial opportunities. With tens of thousands of paying visitors in one place, it is essential to maximise these opportunities. Engage your audiences with compelling content, and they will arrive early and stay late.

Sony design solutions to drive your workflows where crucial moments are captured, produced and then distributed to selected screens across your venue.

The right content must reach the right audience: replays of the latest goals to giant LED screens, and detailed match analysis to VIP boxes and live content to queuing areas. And with the growth of smartphones, Sony’s ready to deliver interactive content anywhere, including gaming and betting.

For the first time, network video security systems and digital signage can work together to provide a safe and convenient environment for your visitors – guiding them to the shortest queues for food and drink concessions, or simply to their nearest exit.

With the move towards becoming multipurpose venues, Stadia and Arenas need more flexibility, not only in their daily operations but also in their audiovisual services.

Sony offers state of the art broadcast studios, digital signage, IPTV, Professional Audio and hospitality solutions, security systems and giant screens, access control, cashless payment and loyalty cards, but also advises you on how to maximize your return and optimize your content.

For additional information, visit www.pro.sony.eu/stadiums

OPENFIELD

The rules of the game have changed. Over the past few years, new ways for marketing and consumption of cultural and sport events have appeared. Spectator expectations have changed. This market evolution impacts the building of new technological infrastructure, requires compliance with new environment constraints and new safety standards.
OpenField, the complete intelligent stadium solution, enables by picking and combining customer data and context environment to maximise your global revenu.
An end-to-end solution issued from three unique expertises meet your operational objectives.

AP2S is a Software EngineeringCompany specialized in implementing “Customer” oriented information systems with solid experience within large event organizations.
Atos Worldline implements Atos Hi-Tech Transactional Services in the field of payments, end customer services and financial markets.
Siemens Building Technologies delivers intelligent, integrated infrastructure solutions for: comfort, energy efficiency and security, to fulfil our customer’s highest expectations.

Flagship Solutions Group

Flagship Solutions Group is a privately held provider of comprehensive technology business solutions. Specifically, Flagship provides assessment services, IT infrastructure consolidation, hardware and software recommendations, and ongoing managed support services

Our focus is on Media and Entertainment Industries with specific focus on Stadiums. Flagship just won three prestigious awards from IBM for our groundbreaking work around ‘The Smarter Stadium.” Flagship’s Smarter Stadium solution has enabled new levels of smarter decision management through improved planning and scheduling optimization, high-performance visualization, business events and automated risk- and opportunity-based rule decision systems.

Flagship has certifications in a wide range of products and technologies and our expert professionals have been providing IBM solutions and managed services worldwide. Flagship is the Official IBM Business Partner of Sun Life Stadium and the Miami Dolphins.

For more go to http://www.flagshipsg.com

SKIDATA

The SKIDATA Group is a global leader in access solutions and their efficient management. With almost 7,000 installations worldwide, SKIDATA provides sports stadiums, ski resorts, shopping malls, major airports, municipalities, trade shows and amusement parks with secure and reliable access solutions for people and vehicles.

SKIDATA places great value in offering solutions that are intuitive, easy to operate and secure. The integrated concepts of SKIDATA solutions help clients optimize performance and maximize profits. SKIDATA Group (www.skidata.com) is a member of the publicly traded Swiss Kudelski Group (www.nagra.com), a market leader in digital security solutions.

TESS GROUP

The Tess Group – the specialist provider of training, coaching and consultancy services to the sport and event industry.

The Tess Group specialise in delivering innovative, best-practice training solutions for sales, traffic management, events, security, and customer services.

Achieving success through offering real time solutions that are both innovative and to your exact needs.

If you are looking to empower your people, need help with a business issue or are looking to find a contact centre that can run campaigns to help your business thrive, then please visit www.thetessgroup.com to find out more.

Can we grow your stadium business?

Are you in TheStadiumBusiness? A limited number of exclusive sponsorship and exhibition opportunities are available for TheStadiumBusiness Summit 2012. For an exhibitor & sponsor information pack please contact Angelina Tennino via email or telephone her: +44 (0) 208 133 5226.