STATE-OF-THE-ART TECHNOLOGICAL ECOSYSTEM
Jones most recently served as the Chief Technology Officer and Chief Information Officer for the University of Washington's Athletics program. During his six-year tenure, he oversaw extensive technology infrastructure, resources, and solutions to support 13 venues including Husky Stadium, 22 sports, 900 staff/student athletes and over 200 live events annually.
"Under Erik's leadership, we are going to provide a state-of-the-art technological ecosystem not just for the Kraken, but for the Seattle community that will share this world-class training center," said Todd Humphrey, senior vice president of Digital Fan Experience and Kraken Training Center. "Erik's deep background in creating cutting-edge tech infrastructure for sports organizations, along with his familiarity with the greater Seattle area, will ensure we have an experience for our team and community that is unrivaled."
Additionally, Jones has been a technology thought leader and partner within collegiate athletics and has served on the Sport Entertainment Alliance for Technology collegiate athletics advisory board. He was recently appointed to the College Success Foundation's Advisory Board as an executive in technology and research.
"I am incredibly excited to couple my experience in sports with my passion for scaling technology to create a ubiquitous ecosystem for the Seattle Kraken and the community that we serve," said Jones. "I am fortunate to be a part of this talented group who are working closely to find creative ways to use technology to build a competitive advantage, grow the fan base, and build a global brand."
PROGRAMMING FOR THE TEAM AND COMMUNITY
Lampman most recently served as Managing Partner for Eiger Marketing Group, an experiential marketing agency he co-founded with a focus on sports and entertainment. Under his leadership the company designed, produced and executed partnership marketing programs on behalf of brands including Coca-Cola, Johnson & Johnson, and Microsoft.
Prior to that, he served in roles including Head of Event Marketing with FIFA in Zurich, Switzerland, and Director of Revenue and Special Projects with the 2010 Winter Olympic Games in Vancouver. He currently serves as a member of the Seattle Sports Commission aiding in Seattle's 2026 FIFA World Cup Bid to become a Host City.
"I have been fortunate to be involved in the planning and execution of many significant projects over the years, but the opportunity to assist in developing and programming a once in a lifetime community asset at the Kraken Training Center is truly exciting," said Lampman. "I believe the facility, in concert with the team will serve our community well, bringing the game closer to all-creating fans for life."
"We are confident that there is no one better to oversee the development, planning and implementation of the training facility's programming than Rob," said Humphrey. "Whether it's youth, adults, fans or pros, anyone in our community looking to immerse themselves in the game of hockey has a home at the Kraken Training Center."
About Seattle Kraken
The Seattle Kraken are the National Hockey League's newest franchise, set to play their inaugural season in 2021-2022 at
Climate Pledge Arena
at Seattle Center, developed by
Oak View Group
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