Evolv Technologies Holdings, Inc. has announced the selection of its people-screening solution, Evolv Express®, as the official security provider for Northwestern University's new Ryan Field. This decision follows a comprehensive evaluation of available security options as the stadium prepares to debut as a premier college sports venue.
The New Ryan Field, representing the first NFL-style stadium in college sports, will be home to various events, including Northwestern football games and community activities. It features cutting-edge innovations, including Evolv's AI-driven security technology, designed to enhance fan safety without interrupting the flow of attendees.
Advanced Sensor Technology
With a seating capacity of 35,000, the stadium will officially open on October 2nd, set to showcase a nationally televised event. Ryan Sports Development and Evolv have entered a multi-year agreement, positioning Evolv as Northwestern University’s “Official Fan Screening Provider.” This collaboration includes numerous marketing initiatives aimed at highlighting the stadium’s advanced security measures.
The New Ryan Field, representing the first NFL-style stadium in college sports, will be home to various events
Pat Ryan Jr., CEO of Ryan Sports Development, emphasized the goal of transforming New Ryan Field into the premier destination for football fans. "Our ambition includes not only the game but the entire fan experience on site. We chose Evolv Express because it aligns perfectly with our objectives for secure and seamless arrivals," he stated.
Exceptional Arrival Experience
John Kedzierski, President and CEO of Evolv Technology, highlighted the significance of creating a strong first impression for attendees. "Investing in what could be the top college football venue in the nation means every detail is crucial, and the initial fan experience through security is key," he explained.
The project positions itself as a model for ambitious stadium ventures, offering a glimpse into the future of college athletics infrastructure. Evolv's role in this project not only showcases its advanced technology but also expands its presence in various public venues, from educational institutions to entertainment complexes worldwide.
Evolv Technologies Holdings, Inc., a security technology company pioneering AI-based solutions designed to create safer experiences, announces that Evolv Express®, the company’s people-screening system, has been selected as a security partner in Northwestern University’s new Ryan Field following a rigorous evaluation process.
As Ryan Sports Development prepares to open the first NFL-type stadium in college sports, they evaluated available screening solutions before selecting Evolv Express to help deliver an elevated fan security experience. Evolv Express uses advanced sensor technology and AI to detect concealed threats and identify the location of the potential threat while allowing people to move through checkpoints at their natural walking pace.
Advanced sensor technology
The New Ryan Field, in the final stages of construction, will have a capacity of 35,000 fans when it opens on October 2nd with a nationally televised game.
In addition to Northwestern football games, New Ryan Field will also host other athletic and community events throughout the year. The project is designed to set a new standard for the college football experience and boasts several features and innovations fitting its ambitious vision, including the Evolv Express security systems. The multi-year agreement between Evolv and Ryan Sports Development includes a variety of marketing elements and designates Evolv as Northwestern University’s “Official Fan Screening Provider.”
Exceptional arrival experience
“Our goal for the New Ryan Field is simple: build the best place to watch football in America,” said Pat Ryan Jr., CEO of Ryan Sports Development. “That ambition covers not only the event itself, but also the entire time that a fan is on site. We built a stadium designed to represent the future of college athletics, and so much more, and we rigorously evaluated available screening technologies and selected Evolv Express because it aligned with our goals of delivering a secure, convenient, and exceptional arrival experience.”
“When an institution invests in creating what it believes will be the premier college football venue in the country, every decision matters, including the first impression fans receive when they arrive,” said John Kedzierski, President and CEO of Evolv Technology.
Ambitious stadium projects
“Northwestern had the opportunity to evaluate the industry’s leading screening solutions as part of this landmark project, and we are honored that Evolv Express was selected to help deliver the elevated fan experience Ryan Field is designed to provide. It’s a testament to the strength of our technology that one of the most ambitious stadium projects in college sports chose Evolv to help welcome fans through its gates.”
The New Ryan Field at Northwestern is another signature deployment on Evolv’s growing roster of higher education customers, as well as numerous stadiums, arenas, theme parks, schools, hospitals and other public spaces around the world.
