How you can contribute to the ESSMA research
Mastermind groups
We want to accelerate and stimulate better stadium operations in different fields with these groups. The purpose is an ‘end to end’ solution from members to members.
With their input, ESSMA executes research, surveys and interviews to make concrete best practices and toolkits for members. We have 5 different groups: Media & Commerce, Safety & Security, Facility Management and Pitch Management.
Surveys
Our surveys aim to conduct in-depth research at clubs and stadiums in Europe. By asking the right questions, we try to get a good picture of the state of the industry.
Using a professional survey tool makes it incredibly user-friendly to participate in our surveys and share your data to help create an industry benchmark.
Summit & Workshops
We aim to educate and inspire our members by featuring industry experts and offering teh perfect setting for high-level networking and knowledge-sharing at our events.
Our workshops focus on one specific topic such as Pitch Management or Safety & Security. Our annual ESSMA Summit is our largest event covering several major topics.
Ongoing research
You can help us by sharing your data in our surveys. We are currently conducting research on the following topics:
Commercial & Media
"The connected fan experience"
How can clubs use modern technologies to digitally enhance the fan experience.
Safety & Security
"Safely welcoming fans"
How can clubs provde a smooth and safe ingress process for their fans?
Facility Management
"Sustainability"
With upcoming EU legislation and UEFA requirements on sustainability: what do clubs have to do to keep up with modern standards for sustainability?
Latest research
Reports
Hospitality Report 2023
'10 trends in hospitality'
Pitch Management Report 2023
The latest trends and innovations in pitch management with results of our research and interesting interviews.
Safety Report 2024
How to attract, train and retain stewards. The impact of safe standing.
ESSMA Summit presentations
"The Espai Barça development project"
FC Barcelona
"Stewarding: acting for a winning team, culture and community"
Arsenal FC
"Sustainability Strategy, implemetation and design"
Aviva Stadium
ESSMA Workshop & event presentations
London Stadium Tour 2023: Ligue Nationale de Rugby
Presentation "A Little Bit Greener" by Guy Thomas from Forest Green Rovers
Pitch Management Workshop Leicester 2023
Sustainable sports turf presentation
UK Stadium Tour 2023
ESSMA Stadium Development Presentation