Washington Commanders and Elevate Enter into Multi-Year Agreement Ahead of New Stadium Development
Expanded relationship will support premium hospitality sales, creative development, insights, and technology for the Commanders’ next era in Washington, D.C.
The Washington Commanders today announced a multi-year agreement with Elevate, the award-winning global sports and entertainment agency, as the franchise advances plans for its new stadium and mixed-use campus at the former RFK Stadium site in Washington, D.C.
The expanded engagement builds on Elevate’s long-standing work with the Commanders. As the Commanders prepare for the next chapter of football in the nation’s capital, Elevate will support several core areas tied to the new stadium project, including:
- Premium seating and hospitality sales and strategy, including the development of premium spaces and elevated fan experiences.
- Creative strategy and development for the stadium experience center and sales center, including presentation materials, storytelling assets, and renderings.
- Insights, strategy, data, and research to help inform planning, positioning, and go-to-market decisions.
Scheduled to open in 2030, the Commanders’ new stadium will anchor a transformational redevelopment of the RFK campus, pairing a roofed, world-class venue with a surrounding mixed-use district designed for year-round sports, entertainment, and community programming.
The expanded relationship reinforces Elevate’s role as a strategic advisor to leading teams, leagues, venues, and brands navigating major moments of growth. For the Commanders, it comes as the organization continues to invest in a new era for its fans, partners, and the broader D.C. community.
“The Commanders are building something genuinely historic, a new home for one of the NFL's most storied franchises in one of the world's great cities."
Ben Gumpert
Chief Strategy and Growth Officer at Elevate
"This is exactly the kind of transformational and generational moment Elevate was built for. We're proud to bring everything we have, commercial strategy, insights, hospitality, creative, and more, to help the Commanders build a landmark that will define the next era of the franchise.”
“Elevate has long been a trusted partner, and we look forward to continuing our collaboration as we advance plans to deliver a premier destination that will serve our fans and the broader community."
Andrew Sidney
Chief Ticketing Officer, Washington Commanders
“Their team understands our business, our market and the opportunity ahead, and their expertise will be an important part of bringing that vision to life.”
Flavil Hampsten, President of Property Sales at Elevate, continued: “The Commanders are creating one of the most anticipated sports and entertainment destinations in the country, and we’re proud to continue our partnership during this exciting phase of the project. Our focus is helping bring the stadium’s premium vision to life by connecting fans and partners with hospitality experiences that reflect the energy of Washington, the passion of the Commanders fan base, and position the new stadium as a destination for years to come.”
About Washington Commanders
The Washington Commanders, owned by a group led by Managing Partner Josh Harris, were founded in 1932 and are one of the original members of the NFL’s Eastern Division. The team – which plays its home games at Northwest Stadium in Landover, MD and trains at the BigBear.ai Performance Center in Ashburn, Va. – has won five World Championship titles, including Super Bowls XVII, XXII and XXVI. The franchise’s storied history has 32 members of the Pro Football Hall of Fame, including multiple Hall of Fame coaches and some of the game’s most accomplished players. The Commanders organization prides itself on positively impacting the DMV through the powerful platform of football, working with numerous community groups, charities, and veteran-focused causes each year. Through The Washington Commanders Foundation, the organization provides support and services to more than 179,000 individuals annually, with a focus on children’s education, health, and wellness.
Über Elevate
Elevate is an award-winning global sports and entertainment agency founded in 2018 and the chosen growth partner for the world’s leading brands, properties, and experience-driven businesses. Through one integrated model, Elevate serves as the trusted advisor for more than 1,000 clients, helping them solve complex challenges and drive business wins. What began in sports has evolved into a platform now serving clients across culture, attractions, culinary, and hotels. Today, Elevate brings operational expertise, data-driven intelligence, and world-class creativity together under one roof. Elevate partners with clients worldwide from offices across North America, Europe, and Asia. For more information, visit us at www.oneelevate.com.
