AECOM Sports
Redefining the ultimate sports + entertainment experience Los Angeles // Kansas City // New York City // London
September 2026
Who we are
We are the world’s only fully integrated strategy, design and construction consultancy in sports + entertainment with all the services you need to win.
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What we do
We design tailored, multilayered environments celebrating athletes, artists + guests for the ultimate sports + entertainment experience.
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Setting a new standard for iconic sports design
With sports design studios in Los Angeles, Kansas City, New York City and London, AECOM leads the industry with 60 years of experience designing transformative sports + entertainment destinations around the world.
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From economics and master planning to architecture and construction, our integrated expertise spans the entire project lifecycle. Whether crafting stadiums that shape core memories, designing training facilities that elevate athlete performance or delivering multipurpose arenas that regenerate communities, AECOM’s integrated solutions create legacies that transcend the sport venue and stand the test of time.
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In 2024, visionary sports architect Dan Meis, FAIA, and his team joined AECOM’s sports studio, bringing a legacy of designing “experience and spectacle.” Dan and his team have shaped some of the most iconic sports + entertainment venues in the world. Their specialized expertise in blending sports, urban design and ultra premium hospitality enhances AECOM’s design leadership and unique integrated capabilities.
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Together, we are redefining the future of sports architecture and delivering venues that are more than places to gather. From stand-alone facilities to integrated mixed-use sports + entertainment districts, we combine big-picture thinking with meticulous design and revenue strategy to create vibrant, multiuse destinations that energize cities and deliver unforgettable experiences for fans, artists, athletes and communities year-round.
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Meet our experts From Los Angeles to London, our experts set new standards in sports + entertainment design with portfolios spanning oceans and professional leagues. We understand the importance of creating iconic venues that connect communities, foster economic growth, electrify passionate fanbases and deliver unforgettable, multilayer fan, athlete and artist experiences.
Brandon Liebst AIA, LEED AP
Principal, Kansas City Sports Studio Lead
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— With 27 years of experience, Brandon has been involved with design of major venues across the NFL, NBA and NHL, including Lambeau Field redevelopment + addition, Barclays Center, FedExForum and the Superdome renovation. He excels in transforming concepts into buildable, high-performance designs, guiding projects from early alternatives through final documentation. Brandon’s expertise spans arenas, stadiums and team facilities, helping professional franchises deliver iconic, fan-focused environments that enhance performance, revenue and community impact.
Jim Renne SVP, Managing Director, AECOM Sports — Jim leads AECOM’s award-winning sports design practice, bringing nearly 30 years of experience across sports + entertainment design and construction, operations, project finance and real estate development. With a dual background as architect and owner’s representative, Jim has delivered iconic projects including the LA Lakers’ UCLA Health Training Facility and Daytona Rising. Jim brings both creative design thinking and practical business sensibility to complex projects, guiding clients through the full venue lifecycle.
Martin Robinson RIBA
Consulting Principal, London — With 44 years of experience in architecture and project design management, Martin oversees high-profile projects across the commercial, leisure and sport sectors from our London studio. Notable works include the new Everton FC Hill Dickinson Stadium and London 2012 Olympic venues. Throughout his career, Martin has managed daily operations and established international partnerships. As a leader, he is known for quality service and successful project delivery.
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Dan Meis FAIA, RIBA
SVP, Director of Global Sports Design — Dan is AECOM’s Director of Global Sports Design and has a 39-year history of innovation in sports architecture. He is known for designing landmark venues like the first fully transformable arena in Japan, iconic NFL and NBA venues, and the Premier League’s latest stadium for Everton FC. His design for Paul Brown Stadium was the first NFL facility to ever win an AIA Honor Award and his design for Los Angeles’ Staples Center continually ranks among the highest revenueproducing buildings in North America.
Mario Samara
— Andrea champions fan experience and sponsorship activation areas in sports + entertainment venues. Her forward-thinking approach blends brand, building and art, creating specialized fan activations. With projects like Lumen Field Modernization and Everton FC’s Hill Dickinson Stadium, she enhances fan engagement, boosts revenue and designs venues to reflect local culture while pioneering future-focused, multilayer sports + entertainment experiences.
— A licensed architect in Spain, Mario brings more than 20 years of architecture experience to transformative sports projects, delivering world-class venues with sustainable, fan-centric designs. He has been involved in the leadership of several complex projects, notably Everton FC’s Hill Dickinson Stadium, Seattle Seahawks and Sounders Lumen Field Modernization, AS Roma’s Stadio della Roma master plan and design, FC Cincinnati’s TQL Stadium and Crypto.com Arena’s latest refresh.
Principal, New York City Sports Studio Lead
Julia Dunfield
Jan Szupinski
Assoc. Principal, Interior Design Lead
Principal, Senior Project Architect
NCIDQ, LEED AP
— Julia is a dynamic and versatile interior designer specializing in hospitality and premium luxury spaces for sports + entertainment venues. She leads all phases of interior design from programming through design development and construction documents to architectural finishes and details, and FF&E selection and specification. She is also involved in construction administration and provides coordination among MEP, lighting and other specialty disciplines.
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Andrea Patry MRAIC
AIA, LEED AP
— Exceeding 40 years of design experience, Jan has spent the past 25 years focusing on large-scale sports + entertainment facilities. Known for creating designs that blend culture, leisure and local context, Jan’s projects meet client aspirations while forging deep community connections. With a portfolio of culturally inspired projects like Everton FC’s new stadium, Stadio della Roma and Crypto.com Arena, Jan delivers sports venues that set new standards in innovation and improve their community.
Principal, Los Angeles Sports Studio Lead
Hein le Roux
MRICS, PMAQS
Principal, Director of Sports Cost Management — Hein is AECOM’s Sports Cost Management Director and an expert in large-scale revenue/cost modeling for more than $26.4 billion in sports construction globally. He brings vital expertise in concept studies, highlevel cost planning, financial master planning, strategic procurement and cost management. Hein developed AECOM’s proprietary revenue and cost modeling tool (SAINT) that empowers owners to align design decisions with budget constraints from day one.
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Integrated advisory services
From business transformation through design and delivery, we can guide you through every phase of your development.
Architecture
Strategy+
Setting new standards for immersive guest experiences with flexible functionality for year-round sports + entertainment
Linking enterprise transformation with human experience and infrastructure optimization through creative management solutions
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Urban iconography
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Partnerships advisory
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Urban systems integration Unique structures and systems Fan experience optimization
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Business planning
Governance and organization Operations and process optimization
Human and technology resources Workforce development Audience experience
Change management Digital solutions
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Economics
Financial consulting
Construction
Empowering clients with clear, data-driven insights that set a solid foundation for sports + entertainment venue development
Balancing operational goals with revenue potential using proprietary modeling tools and data-driven strategies
Delivering iconic, high-performance venues in complex and dense urban environments
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Market demand assessment
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Cost planning
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Pre-construction consulting
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Revenue generation analysis
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Unique structures, systems and infrastructure logistics
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Benchmarking and comparative analysis Financial modeling and pro forma development
Economic and fiscal impact analysis Funding plan development
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Risk management Value engineering
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Construction management
Fast-track integrated design and construction delivery Program management
Construction consulting Risk management
Supply chain, procurement and resource analysis
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Master planning We focus on the complex interaction between natural, social and physical environments to prepare master plans that address the future flexibly and deliver on business, operational and commercial needs. Sports/games master planning Architectural guidelines
Multi-disciplinary design
Site selection and evaluation Land-use planning Master planning
Surface access design
Design of support systems Investment planning
Planning application advice Environmental impact assessment
Economic impact assessment
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Master planning LONDON DEVELOPMENT AGENCY/ OLYMPIC DELIVERY AUTHORITY/ OLYMPIC PARK LEGACY COMPANY
London 2012 Olympic and Paralympic Games London, United Kingdom —
One of the largest and most significant urban regeneration projects ever undertaken in the UK, the creation of London’s Olympic Park was followed by a unique legacy of new communities, improved public transport and a major 110-hectare urban park. 14
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Master planning
Stage 01
Establishing the candidacy and winning the Games for London Stage 02
Designing the Olympic Park
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Delivery and implementation of the park, venues and infrastructure Stage 04
Designing and delivering the Games’ legacy and regeneration plan
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LOS ANGELES 2028 (LA28) BID COMMITTEE
LA 2028 Olympic and Paralympic Games Los Angeles, California —
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Master planning EOM (OLYMPIC DELIVERY AUTHORITY)
Rio 2016 Olympic Park and Venues Rio de Janeiro, Brazil —
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Design Our venues are known for exciting premium options for guests at all levels, integrated technology with built-in future flexibility, sustainable design that achieves LEED Platinum and Net Zero requirements, and strategies to revitalize surrounding neighborhoods and spur economic prosperity. Site Planning
Conceptual Design
Design Development
Construction Documentation Construction Administration
Renovation + Adaptive Reuse New Construction Design-Build
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Design
LA CLIPPERS
Intuit Dome Inglewood, California —
I want the Clippers to have the best home in all of sports. What that means to me is an unparalleled environment for players, for fans, for sponsors and for the community of Inglewood. Our goal is to build a facility that re-sets fans’ expectations while having a transformative impact on the city we will call home.” Steve Ballmer Chairman, LA Clippers
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Seats ~17,700 Services Architecture, Programming, Interiors, High Performance Engineering, Cost Consulting, Transportation Planning, Acoustics, Façade Engineering, Civil Engineering, Geotechnical Completion 2024
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Master Planning + Design NEW JERSEY DEVILS
Prudential Center* Newark, New Jersey —
* Designed by Dan Meis and his team prior to joining AECOM.
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Seats 16,755 Services Architecture, Design + Branding, Sponsor Integration + Activation Completion 2024
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Design AEG // LA LAKERS
Crypto.com Arena Refresh Los Angeles, California —
Seats 19,000 Services Interior, Design + Branding, Sponsor Integration + Activation Completion Phase I: 2023 Phase II: 2025
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Design
SACRAMENTO KINGS
Golden 1 Center Sacramento, California —
It’s set the new standard now for arenas, not just in this league, but around the world.” Adam Silver NBA Commissioner
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Seats 17,500 Services Architecture, Urban Planning, Programming, Interior Design, Mechanical Engineering, Electrical Engineering, Landscape Design, High Performance Building Completion 2016
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Design SEATTLE SEAHAWKS
Lumen Field New Stadium + Modernization* Seattle, Washington —
* Designed by Dan Meis and his team prior to joining AECOM.
Seats 68,740 (NFL) Expandable to 72,000 seats for special events Services Interior Design + Branding, Sponsor Integration + Activation, Hospitality Area (Modernization) Completion 2024
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Master Planning + Design LIVE NATION ENTERTAINMENT
Master Planning + Venue Experience Upgrades* Various Locations —
* Designed by Dan Meis and his team prior to joining AECOM.
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Seats Various Services Master Planning, Interior Design + Branding, Sponsor Integration + Activation, Renovations Completion 2024
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About AECOM
AECOM (NYSE: ACM) is the global infrastructure leader, committed to delivering a better world. As a trusted professional services firm powered by deep technical abilities, we solve our clients’ complex challenges in advisory, water, environment, energy, transportation and buildings. Our teams partner with public- and privatesector clients to create innovative, sustainable and resilient solutions throughout the project lifecycle – from advisory, planning, design and engineering to program and construction management. AECOM is a Fortune 500 firm that had revenue of $16.1 billion in fiscal year 2025. Learn more at aecom.com.
Contacts Jim Renne SVP, Managing Director, AECOM Sports M +1 248 202 6392 jim.renne@aecom.com
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Bill Hanway EVP, Global Sports Leader M +1 646 574 5474 bill.hanway@aecom.com
Dan Meis, FAIA SVP, Director of Global Sports Design M +1 310 963 9633 dan.meis@aecom.com
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