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SMG Selects ParkHub as its Preferred Vendor for Parking Technology

July 16, 2019

 

SMG Selects ParkHub as its Preferred Vendor for Parking Technology

 

Worldwide venue management giant partners with leading parking technology provider to enhance parking operations

 

 

DALLAS, TX /  July 16, 2019 / SMG, the world leader in venue management has chosen the leading B2B parking technology provider, ParkHub, as the company’s Preferred Vendor for parking technology. The multiyear agreement will facilitate the adoption of ParkHub’s innovative solutions at SMG-managed venues across the United States.

SMG partners with numerous North American public assembly facilities, including stadiums, arenas, theaters, and exhibition/convention centers, assuming full responsibility for financial and operating management. Through the developing and promoting of integrated services, the SMG ensures facilities generate new sources of income.

ParkHub helps venues increase parking revenue and improve customer experience with streamlined parking operations and real-time data insights. ParkHub’s mobile point-of-sale, Prime, accepts multiple payment options, including credit card and NFC payments (Apple Pay / Android Pay) and authenticates prepaid parking passes in real time. All transactions are sent to Portal, ParkHub’s business intelligence system which reports revenue and inventory in real time on any device.

ParkHub partnered with SMG Ontario and SMG Jacksonville prior to entering the agreement and is well-placed to serve additional regions and venues that result from the formalized agreement.

“We are thrilled to work with SMG and promote our technology across their incredible portfolio of venues,” said George Baker Sr., founder and CEO of ParkHub. “Our platform is built to scale and deliver at every scale – whether it’s a small standalone venue or an industry titan like SMG. It is beyond gratifying to build on our partners’ existing ecosystems and help them maximize our platform to garner overall success.”

About SMG

Founded in 1977, SMG provides management services to more than 240 public assembly facilities including convention and exhibition centers, arenas, stadiums, theatres, performing arts centers, equestrian facilities and a variety of other venues. With facilities across the globe, SMG manages more than 20 million square feet of exhibition space and over 1.6 million sports and entertainment seats. SMG provides venue management, sales, marketing, event booking and programming, construction and design consulting, and pre-opening services. SMG Europe manages entertainment venues and food and beverage operations at locations throughout Europe, including in the United Kingdom, Germany, and Poland. For more information visit www.smgworld.com or www.smg-europe.com.

About ParkHub

ParkHub is a Dallas-based technology company that provides software and hardware services for the global parking industry. The company’s products provide multiple payment options, real-time reporting of parking revenue, support for dynamic pricing, and inventory availability and control. ParkHub technology integrates with many prepaid parking and ticketing providers. Founded by parking industry veteran, George Baker Sr., ParkHub has effectively fast-tracked traditional parking operations into the digital age. For more information, visit parkhub.com.

Royal Farms Arena/SMG Names ParkWhiz its Preferred Parking Partner Event-Goers Can Save Time and Money by Pre-Booking Parking Powered by ParkWhiz

February 11, 2019

Royal Farms Arena/SMG Names ParkWhiz its Preferred Parking Partner

 

 

February 11, 2019, Chicago – Royal Farms Arena is offering event-goers a new way to travel to the Arena, saving them time, money, and easing, frustrations, around finding a parking spot. Starting today, drivers can find, book, and pay for parking powered by ParkWhiz before reaching the Arena.

 

By selecting ParkWhiz as its preferred parking partner, Royal Farms will enhance its patrons’ overall experience by providing exceptional customer service. ParkWhiz’s innovative technology will take the stress of parking away from guests, so they can promptly start enjoying the entertainment at Royal Farms Arena.

Known as the fastest and most convenient way for drivers to find and book parking before reaching their destination, ParkWhiz can save drivers up to 50 percent off standard rates. Available for any event, it’s simple to use: just opt to purchase parking as part of your Ticketmaster ticket purchase, or by visiting the Royal Farms Arena website.

“Our goal is to provide drivers the most seamless parking experience possible because we understand that parking is just a means to your final destination,” said Dan Roarty, president and chief operating officer at ParkWhiz. “We are excited to partner with Royal Farms Arena to help make parking simpler by saving its fans time, effort, and money.”

A leader in parking, ParkWhiz has been helping fans get to venues and park in cities nationwide since 2006.

About SMG Founded in 1977, SMG provides management services to 243 public assembly facilities including convention and exhibition centers, arenas, stadiums, theaters, performing arts centers, equestrian facilities, science centers and a variety of other venues. With facilities across the globe, SMG manages more than 19 million square feet of exhibition space and more than 1.5 million sports and entertainment seats. As the recognized global industry leader, SMG provides venue management, sales, marketing, event booking and programming, construction and design consulting, and pre-opening services for such landmark facilities as McCormick Place & Soldier Field in Chicago, Moscone Convention Center in San Francisco, Houston’s NRG Park and the Mercedes-Benz Superdome in New Orleans. SMG also offers food and beverage operations through its concessions and catering companies, currently serving more than 140 accounts worldwide. For more information visit www.smgworld.com.

 

About ParkWhiz ParkWhiz is the fastest and most convenient way for drivers to reach their destination. Founded in 2006, the ParkWhiz app helps drivers discover and instantly access thousands of parking spaces across North America, saving them time and money. An official partner of Ticketmaster, the Boston Red Sox, Madison Square Garden and more, ParkWhiz also provides parking as an added-value service to ticket holders and event attendees. ParkWhiz is an Arrive brand and part of the Arrive Network, harnessing the power of apps, voice and in-dash technology to make the final leg of modern travel absolutely effortless. For more information, visit ParkWhiz.com and Arrive.com.