15Apr
Industry update: more on construction, the return of fans and 5G
Read all about 5G at SL Benfica, redevelopment of Stadio Tardini and Maksimir Stadium, fans allowed inside the EURO 2020 host venues and more in ESSMA’s industry update.
Fan Experience & Hospitality
14Apr
Livestream and highlights of ESSMA’s 2021 Multifunctional Hospitality e-Workshop
With premium hospitality bringing in a large percentage of matchday revenue clubs are trying to boost their hospitality experiences aiming to generate more income. During the e-Workshop, we covered several trends on this topic, providing interesting insights.
30Mar
Industry update: more on the return of fans, sustainability & construction
Learn more on rail seats at Manchester City, World Cup Qualifier games as test events, AZ Alkmaar's new roof and more in ESSMA’s industry update.
29Mar
Join ESSMA’s 2021 Business Service e-Workshop on multifunctional hospitality
On Tuesday 13 April from 14:00, ESSMA will organise its virtual Business Services e-Workshop. The main focus will be on multifunctional hospitality and of course the impact of COVID-19 with insights from Arsenal FC, Royal Antwerp FC and a panel with our architects.
25Mar
How Portland Timbers build their fanbase through traditions and community involvement
Joining the MLS in 2011, the Portland Timbers were looking for a way to launch their club aiming for fanbase development. During ESSMA Spotlight Cory Dolich - Portland Timbers Senior Vice President of Business Operations - shared his case study on how the club approached this challenge.
19Mar
Connacht Rugby: a local voice with global reach
Connacht Rugby is one of the four professional rugby teams in Ireland. Fergal Dempsey - Operations Manager at the club - shared their ‘grassroots to green shirts’ approach, how they are inspiring their community while maintaining a global reach during ESSMA Spotlight.
17Mar
Industry update: more on sustainability, construction and fan engagement
Read more on Section Paloise’s green efforts, development plans for Sheffield FC, expansion at Brighton & Hove Albion FC and more in ESSMA’s industry update.
11Mar
The strong global brand approach behind LaLiga
With the tagline “It’s not football, it’s LaLiga” LaLiga has been further expanding its worldwide market in recent years. Eva López Ruiz - Global Brand Director at LaLiga - shared the process and approach they’ve been focussing on during ESSMA Spotlight.