Before Stadium Experience it was quite lonely as a venue sales manager, it’s a great platform to share/gain ideas and knowledge giving you the benefit from other like-minded individuals who understand the hurdles faced to achieve budget in a hard environment.
Collette Salmon, Non-Matchday Sales Manager, Liverpool FC
Being part of Stadium Experience has been incredibly valuable, both professionally and personally. Working in stadia can sometimes feel isolated, and Stadium Experience provides a genuine platform to connect with like‑minded professionals who truly understand the challenges of driving non‑matchday revenue in a tough environment. The members’ meetings are insightful, supportive and full of practical ideas that can be applied immediately. The marketing and industry support adds real value, and the strong sense of community is what truly sets Stadium Experience apart.
Jodie Sibley, Conference, Meetings and Events Manager, Norwich City FC
Angela Sanders, Head of Sales & Revenue, Conference and Events Sales, Edgbaston Stadium & Hotel Sales Radisson Red Edgbaston
Being part of Stadium Experience has been a highly valuable investment for our venue. It provides a strong platform to connect with industry peers, share insights, and stay informed on emerging trends across the stadium events sector.
The network is genuinely collaborative and supportive, creating an environment where ideas and best practices can be exchanged openly. The regular members meetings are particularly beneficial, offering practical takeaways as well as the opportunity to discuss common challenges and opportunities with like-minded professionals.
The marketing support is another key strength, helping to raise our profile within the non-matchday events market and showcase our facilities to a wider audience. In addition, the Stadium Events & Hospitality Awards are a fantastic way to recognise excellence across the industry and celebrate the achievements of venue teams.
Overall, Stadium Experience offers far more than just membership, it’s a community that supports growth, innovation, and continuous improvement. We would highly recommend it to any venue looking to strengthen their events and hospitality offering.
Jenni Ford, Director of Sales, Coventry Building Society Arena
Being a member of Stadium Experience has been hugely beneficial to Ashton Gate Stadium and has provided a real platform for us to promote ourselves as an independent venue following our £45m investment. It’s a great way to share best practice with other stadia and work with a lovely bunch of people.
Justine Kebby, Commercial Director, Ashton Gate Stadium (Bristol)
Being a member of Stadium Experience has been an invaluable asset to our venue, Stadium MK. The organisation provides an excellent platform for networking, knowledge-sharing, and collaborative growth within the stadium events industry. One of the standout benefits is the regular members’ meetings, where industry professionals come together to exchange ideas, discuss challenges, and explore new opportunities. These sessions are not only insightful but also help us stay ahead of industry trends and best practices.
The marketing support from Stadium Experience has been instrumental in raising our venue’s profile. From social media exposure to website listings and awards recognition, their efforts help us showcase our event spaces to a wider audience. Additionally, the Stadium Events & Hospitality Awards provide a fantastic opportunity to celebrate excellence in the industry. The awards night is a highlight of the year, offering recognition for the hard work and dedication of teams across the country.
The sense of community within Stadium Experience is what truly sets it apart. The ability to connect with like-minded professionals, share experiences, and collaborate on new ideas makes membership incredibly worthwhile. For any stadium looking to enhance their conference, events, and hospitality offerings, joining Stadium Experience is a must!
Maxine Wright, Director of Sales, MK Dons FC
I joined Stadium Experience four years ago when I started working for Fabulous Fan Fayre, representing two unique stadiums. Having previously worked for a large hotel chain, and being completely new to stadia, Stadium Experience immediately provided me with a wide network of supportive, like-minded business professionals to share ideas and best practice. Stadium Experience offers such a diverse wealth of knowledge, accessible at your fingertips, and the Members Meetings are extremely resourceful. The Marketing Manager (Debbie) has been absolutely brilliant to work with; she has been quick to respond to any queries that I’ve had, and is extremely proactive in sourcing new opportunities to showcase and raise awareness of the collection of stadiums, especially within the conference and event agency sector.
Rebecca Pickard, Director of Sales, Manchester City FC
Being a member of Stadium Experience has provided The Totally Wicked Stadium with a fantastic platform to promote ourselves as an independent venue alongside some of the most prestigious stadiums in UK. It offers members a fantastic opportunity to share ideas and share best practice and also keep up to date with industry trends.
Sonia Caldwell, Conference & Events Sales Manager, St. Helens RFC
