1879 Events Management, the specialist events and catering arm of Sunderland Association Football Club (SAFC), has been awarded silver in the Operations Team of the Year category at the Stadium Events & Hospitality Awards 2015.
The ceremony, organised by Stadium Experience, is designed to recognise the efforts and dedication shown by the catering, conference and events teams at football and rugby stadiums across the UK.
The team from 1879 Events Management, based at Sunderland’s Stadium of Light, impressed the awards committee and sponsors judging panel with their ability to cater for all manner of audiences at events of any scale.
The stadium held more than 1000 events in 2014 alone, from business dinners and awards ceremonies, to project launches and concerts.
The team is now hoping to build on the success to boost bookings for 2015, including introducing a new range of special offers, such as free room hire for events involving 50 or more people and daily delegates reduced rates.
Gary Hutchinson, Commercial Director for 1879 Events Management, said: “Since its launch in 2012, 1879 Events Management has helped the Stadium of Light evolve from a sporting arena to an award-winning venue that offers the perfect combination of superb facilities, first-class service and top flight football.
“We’re thrilled that these efforts have now been recognised nationally at the Stadium Events & Hospitality Awards and look forward to continuing this success throughout 2015 and beyond.”