OKC for Soccer has announced a partnership with Levy, a global leader in sports hospitality, to provide food and beverage services at the upcoming MAPS 4 Multipurpose Stadium in downtown Oklahoma City. The collaboration will begin immediately, with both parties contributing to the stadium’s current design phase.
Levy plans to offer a variety of hospitality experiences that reflect local Oklahoma cuisine. The company will work with area chefs and restaurants to create dining options unique to the region. Premium club and suite services are also planned for fans attending events at the new venue. Levy intends to use technology and data analytics to enhance service efficiency throughout the stadium.
“OKC for Soccer is thrilled to welcome Levy to our fast-growing movement,” said Court Jeske, President of OKC for Soccer. “We plan to have the busiest outdoor stadium in America, hosting everything from soccer to football to concerts to rodeo, and we want to ensure that anyone who walks through the gates feels right at home and has a memorable experience. Levy’s track record of making that happen is second to none. We lookforward to working with them on creating delicious food options and unique premium experiences that leverage the best practices from around the world while staying true to OKC.”
Andy Lansing, CEO of Levy, commented: “We’ve had the pleasure of witnessing the Oklahoma City community passionately unite in celebration around its teams, so it’s an honor to help bring this landmark new stadium to an already flourishing downtown district. This multipurpose stadium will not only be an incredible soccer venue, but also help attract and host a wide array of events at the highest-level. This is a special collaboration opportunity, and we can’t wait to get started.”
Levy currently manages hospitality services at major venues such as Chicago’s Wrigley Field, Atlanta’s Mercedes-Benz Stadium, London’s Tottenham Hotspur Stadium, as well as locally for the OKC Thunder since 2008 and in Norman for University of Oklahoma sporting events.
The professional men’s soccer team associated with OKC for Soccer is scheduled to start competing in 2028 as part of the USL Championship league. The ownership group includes principal owner Christian Kanady—CEO of Echo Investment Capital—who aims to build a sustainable soccer club by assembling partners from various sectors.
The MAPS 4 Multipurpose Stadium will be managed by Echo and serve as a focal point for a new cultural district linking downtown Oklahoma City landmarks such as Bricktown, Scissortail Park, and others within walking distance.
OKC for Soccer also plans future women’s professional soccer initiatives. The organization is supported by investors including Russell Westbrook and the Chickasaw Nation.
Levy has received recognition from Fast Company magazine as one of sports’ most innovative companies twice and has been listed by Forbes among top employers across several categories.
For more information about OKC for Soccer or Levy visit their respective websites or social media channels.
