VIRGINIA BEACH, Va. (WAVY) — A new operating partner has been chosen for the Virginia Beach Sports Center, which has lost money annually since it opened in 2020.
The Virginia Beach Convention & Visitors Bureau announced Thursday it has selected The Sports Facilities Companies as the new operating partner for the Virginia Beach Sports Center. It will manage all aspects of the center’s operations — that includes marketing, staffing, guest services and maintenance.
“The partnership with The Sports Facilities Companies brings a new level of operational excellence to the Virginia Beach Sports Center,” said Nancy Helman, director of Virginia Beach Convention & Visitors Bureau, in a statement. “SFC’s proven track record of managing high-performing sports venues will be instrumental in further elevating our incredible facility as a key economic driver for our city while also enriching the recreational opportunities available to our residents.”
SFC was selected in a competitive bidding process, and in a news release from the city, it cited the company’s expertise in managing ports and event facilities across the United States.