Having started in the business at age 17 promoting concerts, Adam Armit, CVP, has transitioned happily to the venue side of things. His route is through marketing and, while quite content where he now is, his ultimate goal is to manage a venue.

This past week, Armit started his new job as senior director, marketing, of the brand new Hamilton (Ontario) Arena for Oak View Group. Armit was recruited by fellow Canadian and IAVMer Nick DeLuco, named SVP and GM of the $200-million Hamilton Arena in November 2024.

Armit has been with Maple Leaf Sports & Entertainment (MLSE), Toronto, for the last nine years. Most recently he has been director of Brands, including marketing MLSE’s Scotiabank Arena (formerly Air Canada Centre), Coca-Cola Coliseum (formerly Ricoh Coliseum) and BMO Field. He also worked in marketing MLSE’s live entertainment, food and beverage and retail divisions.

Reimagining his career trajectory was partially a result of COVID-19 and the impact that pandemic had on live entertainment. During the shutdown because of the pandemic, he was very involved in the use of that time to renew and improve Scotiabank Arena.

Adam Armit, CVP, Senior Director, Marketing, Hamilton (Ontario) Arena for Oak View Group

He started on the promoter/marketing side of the equation, a path which began when he was in high school and volunteered to book talent for the local festival, Fort Frances Canadian Bass Championship. That festival had the infrastructure and attendance but was not taking advantage of the potential for nighttime entertainment.

That’s when he formed Go Live Entertainment and started making phone calls. Because he had the backing of a major festival, agents took his calls. He remembers the budget that first year was $15,000 and the first band he booked was the Canadian classic rock band Trooper. He learned early that the devil is in the details and those are the details you only learn along the way. Show after show, tour managers would educate him with advice for the next time he settled a show.

He operated Go Live through his days at Fanshawe College, concentrating on DJ services and then concert promoting throughout central Canada. But he realized the concert promotion business is a bit on the risky side, so he decided to use his college degree and take a job at a marketing agency and work on their music portfolio instead. In 2015, he joined SDI Marketing, working his was up to account manager-entertainment.

He didn’t know a lot about the venue side until he joined MLSE, but he has jumped in with both feet. His first foray into trade associations was with the Event & Venue Marketing Conference (EVMC), of which he is vice president and very involved in planning the annual conference. EVMC meets in Atlanta June 4-6 this year.

IAVM has also been on his radar for several years. He has attended one year of Venue Management School and is hoping to get his second year under his belt soon. It conflicts with EVMC, which has been the deterrent so far. He did earn his CVP in 2024.

He’s also looking forward to attending VenueConnect (July 28-31 in New Orleans) someday soon. To date, he’s been too busy at MLSE that time of year to go.

It’s been a 15-year climb for Armit, and he is enjoying the process. As a young professional, his best advice to those coming up in the industry is “to grind, to put in the work that needs to be done, for sure.”

“I think building your personal brand is really important. Something I always try and preach to my team is that that personal brand is something that gets your foot in the door for conversations, and gets people to take you seriously.”

Beyond that, networking is key. “Build your personal brand and build those connections; those come back around,” Armit said.

The International Association of Venue Managers (IAVM) proudly announces the nomination of Brett C. Mitchell, CVE, as the Second Vice Chair of the Board of Directors for the 2025-2026 term. With this appointment, Mitchell will serve as a senior officer for a four-year term, progressing to Chair of the Board for the 2027-2028 term.

Mitchell, the General Manager of the Overland Park Convention Center, brings a wealth of industry experience and leadership to IAVM. Since rejoining the Overland Park Convention Center in 2010, he has played an instrumental role in its success, leading it to multiple accolades, including recognition by Exhibitor Magazine as the Best Small Convention Center in North America three times in the past five years.

“We are thrilled to welcome Brett into this leadership role,” said Trevor Mitchell, MBA, FASAE, CAE, CDP, President & CEO of IAVM. “His deep-rooted commitment to the industry, strategic vision, and passion for venue excellence make him an outstanding choice to help guide IAVM’s future. I have no doubt that his leadership will strengthen our mission and benefit our members immensely.”

Mitchell’s extensive industry contributions include serving on the Board of Directors for the Center for Exhibition Industry Research (CEIR), chairing IAVM’s Convention Center Committee, and co-chairing the Exhibition Services and Contractors Association (ESCA) Venue Council. In 2021, he was recognized as ESCA’s Volunteer of the Year.

“I am humbled and honored to be nominated to serve in an association that I love, Mitchell stated.  “Together I look forward to building upon the efforts of great leaders of the past to educate, advocate for, and inspire each and every venue professional.”

Mitchell, a graduate of Brigham Young University with a degree in Sports Business Management, has dedicated his career to advancing the venue management industry. His leadership in IAVM will further enhance the organization’s commitment to innovation, education, and advocacy.

IAVM members will vote electronically in June on Mitchell’s nomination, and if elected, he will take office in July during IAVM’s VenueConnect Annual Conference and Trade Show, July 28-31, in New Orleans, LA.

On Tuesday, the Oklahoma City Council approved a contract with two construction companies, Flintco and Mortenson, who will partner to build the OKC new arena, which will be home to the Oklahoma City Thunder.

“Hiring a construction management team is a major milestone for the new arena project and will allow the City, operators, and architects to work collaboratively with the contractors during design,” David Todd, arena program manager, said. “The Flintco Mortenson team will be an excellent addition to this project, bringing together local and national experience building some of the most iconic venues in sports.”

The City will own and be responsible for maintaining and operating the new arena.

“As a century-old company founded in Oklahoma, we are deeply honored to build the new NBA arena with Mortenson. The Thunder is Flintco’s hometown team!” Dave Kollmann, Flintco central region president, said. “Having built the current arena over 20 years ago, we understand the significance of this project for our city and its future, knowing hundreds of construction jobs will be created to boost our economy. Our employees live, work and play here – and we take great pride in bringing our expertise to a facility that will inspire generations of fans, athletes, and Oklahomans.”

The building will be a first-class, state-of-the-art NBA arena and entertainment venue that meets and/or exceeds NBA specifications and requirements. The area’s budget is at least $900 million and will be at least 750,000 square feet.

“Mortenson, in partnership with Flintco, is thrilled and honored to be selected by Oklahoma City and the Oklahoma City Thunder as the construction management team for their new state-of-the-art multi-purpose arena,” Kevin Dalager, vice president of operations for Mortenson’s Sports + Entertainment team, said. “This project is a tremendous opportunity to create a landmark venue that will serve as a hub for community engagement and sporting excellence for generations to come.”

Next Steps
The arena will be built on the City-owned site where Prairie Surf Studios, formerly the Cox Convention Center, is located. The existing building will be demolished in spring 2025. Design is underway and construction will start in 2026, with completion scheduled for 2028.

Arena Background
In December 2023, Oklahoma City voters overwhelmingly (71%) approved a penny sales tax to build a new, publicly owned arena. In May 2024, the Oklahoma City Council approved a development agreement for the City’s new arena between the City and PBC Sports and Entertainment, LLC (PBCS&E), owners of the Oklahoma City Thunder and the Oklahoma City Blue.

The new arena will be funded by a 72-month, one-cent sales tax that will start when the MAPS 4 tax ends and will not increase the sales tax rate. The arena will also be paid for with $70 million in MAPS 4 funding and $50 million from the Oklahoma City Thunder ownership group.

The $900 million arena will be at least 750,000 square feet and be built to:

• Benefit the residents of Oklahoma City
• Meet NBA specifications and requirements
• Maximize team revenues, ensuring the sustainability of major league professional sports in Oklahoma City

The Thunder will continue to play home games at Paycom Center until the new arena opens, with a target completion date of June 2028 and a contractual obligation to open the new arena by June 2030. The Thunder’s 25-year commitment to remain in Oklahoma City begins when they move into the new arena.

About Flintco
Founded in 1908 with headquarters in Tulsa, Flintco maintains eight full-service offices across five states, including Oklahoma City. Flintco provides a full range of construction services, including preconstruction, construction management, design-build, and project and program management, with the capability to self-perform. Known for their unwavering commitment to safety and quality, Flintco recently received the prestigious 2024 Pinnacle National Safety Excellence Award from the Associated Builders and Contractors (ABC) for the second consecutive year. Ingrained in the fabric of Oklahoma for more than a century, notable projects Flintco has completed include the Devon Tower, Oklahoma City Convention Center, BOK Center, The University of Tulsa’s Donald W. Reynolds Center, Paycom Center Arena, and OG&E Coliseum at the OKC Fairgrounds. Flintco takes great pride in contributing to the growth and development of Oklahoma, enriching the local landscape and amenities where our team works and resides. For more information about Flintco, please visit www.flintco.com.

About Mortenson
Mortenson is a U.S.-based, top 25 developer, builder and engineering services provider serving the commercial, institutional, and energy sectors. Mortenson’s expanding portfolio of integrated services helps its customers move their strategies forward, ensuring their investments become high-performing assets. The result is a turnkey partner, fully invested in the business success of its customers. Mortenson is a leader in sports and entertainment projects with other recent completed projects including Chase Center (Golden State Warriors), Allegiant Stadium (Las Vegas Raiders), Energizer Park (St. Louis CITY SC), Climate Pledge Arena (Seattle Kraken), US Bank Stadium (Minnesota Vikings), Fiserv Forum (Milwaukee Bucks) and Truist Park (Atlanta Braves). For additional information, visit www.mortenson.com.

Please welcome our newest members who joined IAVM in February 2025. Thank you for being a part of the association! Also, let us get to know you better by participating in the I Am Venue Management series. Please visit here to share your story and photo.

Ariana Allison, Mercedes-Benz Stadium, Atlanta, GA
Bonnie Almond, Bank of America Stadium, Charlotte, NC, United States
Michelle Anderson, Hordern Pavilion, Paddington, NSW, Australia
Giorgio Arbisi, Massachusetts Convention Center Authority, Boston, MA
Janelle Augustine, The Broadmoor World Arena, Colorado Springs, CO
James Avery, Stadiums Tasmania, Hobart, TAS, Australia
Silvana Avramoski, VenuesWest, Floreat, WAu, Australia
John Balkovic, Steelhouse Omaha – Omaha Performing Arts, Omaha, NE
Nicola Barrow, Australian Turf Club, Randwick, NSW, Australia
Rick Basdeo, Blumenthal Arts, Charlotte, NC
Lauren Benesh, REAL District, Regina, SK, Canada
Scott Berkley, Pointr Maps and Wayfinding, US Ltd., Boston, MA
Em Bertelli, University of Utah, Salt Lake City, UT
Jazmyne Blanding, Spectrum Center, Charlotte, NC
Ben Boggio, Pittsburgh Cultural Trust, Pittsburgh, PA
Cynthia Boyd, accesso ShoWare Center, Kent, WA
Brandi Brinker, Greensboro Coliseum Complex – OVG, Greensboro, NC
Ashley Bronson, TITAN Global Enterprises Inc, Atlanta, GA
Torben Brookman, The Queens Theatre, Mile End, SA, Australia
Matt Brown, REAL District, Regina, SK, Canada
Bri Buchanan, CAPS Payroll, A Cast & Crew Company, Burbank, CA
David Burger, Phoenix Convention Center & Venues, Phoenix, AZ
Shane Buzza, Blu Event Productions, Brunswick East, VIC, Australia
Wayne Cadet, MassMutual Center, Springfield, MA
Bec Campbell, Ticketek Australia, Sydney, NSW, Australia
Alisa Carlson, Popejoy Hall, Albuquerque, NM
Louise Carruthers, HBF Stadium – VenuesWest, Floreat, WAu, Australia
Luis Castellano, Huntington Convention Center of Cleveland, Cleveland, OH
Nathan Chambers, Greensboro Coliseum Complex – OVG, Greensboro, NC
Hannah Charman, Australian Grand Prix Corporation, South Melbourne, VIC, Australia
Jimmy Chaudry, Massachusetts Convention Center Authority, Boston, MA
Sarah Chen, Taipei International Convention Center (TICC), Taipei City, , Taiwan, Province of China
Amy Christie, Adelaide Venue Management Corporation, Adelaide, SA, Australia
Ben Chuha, The Broadmoor World Arena, Colorado Springs, CO
David Claringbold, Claringbold Consultants, Barragga Bay, NSW, Australia
Monty Clifford, REAL District, Regina, SK, Canada
Eric Colby, Cal Performances, Berkeley, CA
Connor Coleman, TITAN Global Enterprises Inc, Atlanta, GA
Emma Collyer, MI Global Partners, North Sydney, NSW, Australia
John Cook, Experimental Media and Performing Arts Center (EMPAC), Troy, NY
Antoni Costa, Cricket Tasmania, Bellerive, TAS, Australia
Dani Crain, Oak View Group, Denver, CO
Janelle Daniel, Royal Caribbean Group, Sydney, NSW, Australia
Tony Daou, ISEC, Alexandria, NSW, Australia
Ray Deal, The Hobby Center for the Performing Arts, Houston, TX
Jeff Dean, The Broadmoor World Arena, Colorado Springs, CO
Matt Dettmer, The Bushnell Center for the Performing Arts, Hartford, CT
Kenneth Dixon, Jacob K. Javits Convention Center, New York, NY
Aoife Doherty, Prudential Center, Newark, NJ
Olivia Eaton, Optus Stadium, Burswood, WAu, Australia
Charles Evans, Greensboro Coliseum Complex – OVG, Greensboro, NC
Lee Evans, The Bushnell Center for the Performing Arts, Hartford, CT
Marcellus Fails, Oklahoma City Convention Center/ASM Global, Oklahoma City, OK
Belinda Findlay, Suncorp Stadium – ASM Global Pty Ltd, Milton BC, QLD, Australia
Hannah Foster, Live Nation, Beverly Hills, CA
Ashley Frolich, REAL District, Regina, SK, Canada
Stephen Galeotalanza, Massachusetts Convention Center Authority, Boston, MA
Carissa Gariss, Popejoy Hall, Albuquerque, NM
Lizette Garza, Henry B. Gonzalez Convention Center, San Antonio, TX
Andrew George, ICC Sydney – ASM Global, Sydney, NSW, Australia
Jessica Gillen, Missouri State University, Springfield, MO
Dan Glass, Suncorp Stadium – ASM Global Pty Ltd, Milton BC, QLD, Australia
Edward Gonzalez, OC Fair & Event Center, Costa Mesa, CA
Nick Gurney, BAI Communications, Chatswood, NSW, Australia
Kyle Hamman, The Broadmoor World Arena, Colorado Springs, CO
Bill Hanousek, Prudential Center, Newark, NJ
Rashik Hashmie, Qudos Bank Arena, Sydney Markets, NSW, Australia
Sherif Hassan, Prime Protection, Brisbane, QLD, Australia
Tasheem Hayes, Spectrum Center, Charlotte, NC
Jaxon Heath, INTRUST Bank Arena, Wichita, KS
Amelia Heisler, The Fabulous Fox Theatre, Saint Louis, MO
Nicole Hellyer, Dunedin Venues Management Ltd., Dunedin, New Zealand
Traleena Higgins, Minneapolis Convention Center, Minneapolis, MN
Cassy Howe, Popejoy Hall, Albuquerque, NM
Matthew Hunter, San Diego Theatres/San Diego Civic Theatre, San Diego, CA
Chris Hutchinson, REAL District, Regina, SK, Canada
Ginnie Jackson, Oklahoma City Convention Center/ASM Global, Oklahoma City, OK
Staum Jeffries, Australian Catering Services (ACS), Nathan, QLD, Australia
Elise Jenkins, The Broadmoor World Arena, Colorado Springs, CO
Steven Johnson, San Diego Theatres/San Diego Civic Theatre, San Diego, CA
Frank Jones, Australian Catering Services (ACS), Nathan, QLD, Australia
Robert Jurcec, OneKloudX, Collingwood, VIC, Australia
Rachel Kaldveer, Popejoy Hall, Albuquerque, NM
Amardeep Khasariya, Montana Group, Hamilton, New Zealand
David Kirk, INTRUST Bank Arena, Wichita, KS
Timothy Kline, Wisconsin Center District, Milwaukee, WI
Owen Kortlang, MA Services Group, Keilor Park, VIC, Australia
Andy Kraus, Cal Performances, Berkeley, CA
Bridget Lacey, Massachusetts Convention Center Authority, Boston, MA
Mallory Ladd, Huntington Convention Center of Cleveland, Cleveland, OH
Steph Langdon, Humanforce, North Sydney, NSW, Australia
Jeff Lapsansky, The Broadmoor World Arena, Colorado Springs, CO
David Large, Stadiums Tasmania, Hobart, TAS, Australia
Darryl Leach, Prime Protection, Sydney, NSW, Australia
Kim Lembo, Cal Performances, Berkeley, CA
Ali Lenhard, Oklahoma City Convention Center/ASM Global, Oklahoma City, OK
Sahcil Llamas Gonzalez, Holmes Center – App State, Boone, NC
Marvin Lopez, Renasant Convention Center, Memphis, TN
Mackenzie Mallon, University of Southern California, Lafayette, CO
David Manley, Oklahoma City Convention Center/ASM Global, Oklahoma City, OK
Tom Manning, The Broadmoor World Arena, Colorado Springs, CO
Stephen Marquez, Island Grove Regional Park, Greeley, CO
Allen McCallum, John F. Kennedy Center for the Performing Arts, Washington, DC
Jeff McGarr, Greensboro Coliseum Complex – OVG, Greensboro, NC
Olivia McGrath, Massachusetts Convention Center Authority, Boston, MA
Todd McQuade, Marin Center, San Rafael, CA
William Melendy, The Hobby Center for the Performing Arts, Houston, TX
Lauren Milsop, Melbourne Convention and Exhibition Centre, South Wharf, VIC, Australia
Sam Mufti, ISEC, Alexandria, NSW, Australia
Gabi Munro, Sunshine Coast Stadium, Bokarina, QLD, Australia
Dave Namesnik, The Broadmoor World Arena, Colorado Springs, CO
Bella Nguyen, WeOz Pty Ltd, Melbourne, VIC, Australia
Matt Norman, Cal Performances, Berkeley, C
Sam Owens, Megatix, Perth, WAu, Australia
Alicia Palmer, Royal Caribbean Group, Sydney, NSW, Australia
Bridget Parish, Laramie County Events, Cheyenne, WY
Vishal Parmar, Australian Catering Services (ACS), Nathan, QLD, Australia
Alexander Parson, Missouri State University, Festus, MO
Victoria Paz, Northshore Harbor Center, Slidell, LA
Lizzi Pearson, Montana Group, Hamilton, , New Zealand
Alexis Perales, Missouri State University, Grapevine, TX
Cindy Perkins, The Broadmoor World Arena, Colorado Springs, CO
Tammie Petch, Melbourne Convention and Exhibition Centre, South Wharf, VIC, Australia
Dylan Pike, The Broadmoor World Arena, Colorado Springs, CO
Frank Polselli, Pittsburgh Cultural Trust, Pittsburgh, PA
Dean Pramualphol, Arup, Bundall, QLD, Australia
Tara Preshong, Central Florida Fair/Orlando Amphitheater, Orlando, FL
Lee Puklowski, ISEC, Alexandria, NSW, Australia
Greg Purcell, SKG, Miranda, NSW, Australia
Tim Purdy, Ryman Hospitality Properties, Nashville, TN
Caroline Quinn, The University of Alabama, Tuscaloosa, AL
Joel Radatz, San Diego Theatres/San Diego Civic Theatre, San Diego, CA
Carri Radford, Sarasota Orchestra, Sarasota, FL
Lori Rausch, Minneapolis Convention Center, Minneapolis, MN
Taylor Redfearn, Greensboro Coliseum Complex – OVG, Greensboro, NC
Reagan Reedy, Missouri State University, Springfield, MO
Rodney Reese, Greensboro Coliseum Complex – OVG, Greensboro, NC
Jose Rivera, The Hobby Center for the Performing Arts, Houston, TX
Jay Rogan, Department of Tourism, Innovation and Sport, Currimundi, QLD, Australia
Lindsey Ruehl, John F. Kennedy Center for the Performing Arts, Washington, DC
Matt Saril, Prudential Center, Newark, NJ,
Cole Scheler, SAP Center at San Jose, San Jose, CA
Steve Scott, The Hobby Center for the Performing Arts, Houston, TX
Betty Siegel, John F. Kennedy Center for the Performing Arts, Washington, DC
Jay Silva, The Bushnell Center for the Performing Arts, Hartford, CT
Charlene Speyerer, The Bushnell Center for the Performing Arts, Hartford, CT
Jade Stevens, Ticketek Australia, Sydney, NSW, Australia
Jessika Streat, TEG Live, Sydney, NSW, Australia
Colton Sullivan, Spokane Public Facilities District, Spokane, WA
Kelsi Swinson, Holmes Center – App State, Boone, NC
Parker Tanner, INTRUST Bank Arena, Wichita, KS,
Thyra Tavil, Australian Catering Services (ACS), Nathan, QLD, Australia
Emily Taylor, Ticketek Australia, Sydney, NSW, Australia
Linda Taylor, Placemaking NSW, The Rocks, NSW, Australia
Scott Taylor, Praesidium Risk and Resilience, Narellan, NSW, Australia
Michael Tedford, Massachusetts Convention Center Authority, Boston, MA
Morten Therkildsen, Roskilde Festival, Roskilde, Denmark
Judah Thomas, Kuranda Amphitheatre, Kuranda, QLD, Australia
Dave Thorne, OVG Tulsa, Tulsa, OK
William Throne, The Slover, Norfolk, VA
Dominic Tierno, Levy Restaurants, Houston, TX
Shelbi Vandiver, Saenger Theatre Pensacola, Pensacola, FL
Marcel Vernon, Massachusetts Convention Center Authority, Boston, MA
Brian Walker, MATCH – Midtown Arts & Theater Center Houston, Houston, TX
Bryce Walker, Prudential Center, Newark, NJ
Matthew Walton, Australian Grand Prix Corporation, South Melbourne, VIC, Australia
Frances Ward, Ticketek Australia, Sydney, NSW, Australia
Dave Wilkinson, Kingston Arts, Moorabbin, VIC, Australia
Andrew Williams, Humanforce, North Sydney, NSW, Australia
Christopher Williams, Oklahoma City Convention Center/ASM Global, Oklahoma City, OK
Laura Winkler, Fox Cities Performing Arts Center, Appleton, WI
Michael Woods, Southern Aluminum, Magnolia, AR
Jacob Workentine, INTRUST Bank Arena, Wichita, KS
Emily Wright, Marriner Group, Melbourne, VIC, Australia
Jackson Wright, Ticketek Australia, Sydney, NSW, Australia
Mark Wylie, Montana Group, Hamilton, New Zealand
David Zaw, ISEC, Alexandria, NSW, Australia
Patrick Zazzaro, F&M Bank Arena, Clarksville, TN

Capital One Arena benefit supported victims of the tragedy at National Airport on January 29^th

Photo courtesy of Monumental Sports PR

Monumental Sports & Entertainment (MSE), Entertainment Gang, and U.S. Figure Skating yesterday hosted Legacy on Ice, a live figure skating tribute held at Capital One Arena in downtown Washington D.C. Proceeds from the event will support the families and loved ones of the 67 lives lost in the tragic aviation incident at Ronald Reagan Washington National Airport on January 29, 2025, and the first responders and aviation professionals who responded heroically to the tragedy.

The sellout event of more than 15,000 – including nearly 500 first responders and approximately 150 family members of victims in attendance to honor their loved ones – has raised nearly $1.2 million to date. That figure is expected to increase throughout this month with the live national broadcast on NBC taking place on March 30 where viewers will be encouraged to donate throughout the broadcast and upon the conclusion of an online auction featuring sports memorabilia, culinary and entertainment experiences, among other items. Anyone interested in donating to the Legacy on Ice program, benefiting affected families, loved ones and first responders, may do so at www.LegacyOnIce.com.

“We continue to be in awe of and grateful to this community, whose compassion and support was out in full force for the ‘Legacy on Ice’ event,” said Ted Leonsis, Founder, Chairman, Managing Partner and CEO of Monumental Sports & Entertainment. “Against the backdrop of this massive tragedy, this region has provided a light in showcasing its generosity and empathy for the victims, their families, and the heroic first responders, and I encourage people to continue to donate if they can.”

The event was announced just one week after the tragedy and was pulled together in just over 30 days and included 37 of the figure skating community’s most iconic athletes and decorated stars. The athletes and production team had only scant hours of in-person rehearsal time before going live. Still, the two-hour program came together in nearly flawless execution, pulled together by hundreds of staff working behind the scenes.

Generous contributions from eight organizations were instrumental in the success of yesterday’s Legacy on Ice event, including CareFirst BlueCross BlueShield, Venture Global, American Express, DXC Foundation, MGM National Harbor, Clark Construction, Giant, and Kendra Scott. Funds from these corporate sponsorships significantly lowered all associated costs for the event, in turn increasing the proceeds that will benefit victims’ families and first responders through the Monumental Sports & Entertainment Foundation’s Legacy on Ice program.

Guests at yesterday’s event were treated to a series of engaging activations taking place outside of the arena, on the concourses and in the bowl at Capital One Arena:

• In a poignant tribute, the dasher boards around the rink at Capital One Arena displayed a panel of 67 stars, commemorating each of the victims of the January 29 crash.  
• The DC Fire and EMS Department flew an American flag hung between two ladder trucks across F Street NW in front of the main entrance to Capital One Arena – a tradition that honors those who lost their lives in service of others.   
• A dedicated group of K9s and their handlers from the DC Fire and EMS Department and several therapy dogs were on hand.  
• Representatives from local sports teams, including the Washington Capitals, Washington Wizards, Washington Mystics, Washington Commanders, Washington Nationals, D.C. United, and the Washington Spirit attended, showcasing the community’s solidarity and support.  

Future Engagement Opportunities

• After streaming on Peacock and airing on Monumental Sports Networkyesterday, NBC will broadcast an encore of the event to a national audience on Sunday, March 30 at 1 PM ET.  
• The Kendra Scott Foundation Sports Fund is supporting the U.S. Figure Skating Family Support Fund through sales of the Kendra Scott Ice Skate Pendant. Learn more HERE.
• The Monumental Sports & Entertainment Foundation (MSEF) has launched an online benefit auction, offering additional opportunities to support communities impacted by this tragedy. The auction features a slate of special offerings graciously donated by Washington sports teams, businesses and community groups. Those interested can visit www.Monumentalsports.com/LegacyOnIceAuction to see the full list of auction items. The auction runs through April 3 at 3 PM ET.

To find additional information on the Legacy on Ice program and to donate directly, please visit www.LegacyOnIce.com.