Responsibilities:

• Served as Owner’s Representative for Technology for the Ilitch Family, collaborating with Hunt Construction, Barton Malow, and White.

• Project managed the deployment of the IPTV system.

• Designed and oversaw procurement of an advanced video production room.

• Advised the team on production control room design, IPTV integration, and LED/scoreboard design.

• Negotiated $200K discount on theatrical lights and deep discounts on LG brand TVs for the arena.

• Ensured all technology was evaluated holistically, removing redundancies and identifying scope gaps.

• Wrote scope of work for NHL and NBA required cabling, facilitating procurement.

• Advised on the innovative “Jewel Skin” Projection System, coordinating 12 projectors for advanced image mapping.

• Collaborated on LED content strategy, establishing content distribution for LED video displays, 1,400 TVs, and the ice projection system.

• Mapped out a comprehensive coaches’ video system with integrated content distribution framework.

• Managed a custom suite application enabling control of video, audio, lighting, and HVAC systems.

Impact:

• Delivered a fully integrated, state-of-the-art venue technology environment.

• Enabled seamless coordination between video, audio, LED, and environmental systems for fans, teams, and suite occupants.

• Supported innovative visual experiences, enhancing both fan engagement and operational efficiency.

• Achieved significant cost savings through strategic procurement and negotiation.