Inter&Co, a leading provider of financial and digital commerce
services, Orlando City SC, and the Orlando Pride today announced a
long-term agreement to name the teams’ home venue Inter&Co
Stadium. In September, Inter&Co became the Official Financial
Institution of Orlando’s Major League Soccer and National Women’s
Soccer League teams.
The enhanced relationship in Orlando designates
Inter&Co as the first international partner for the Club.
Inter&Co is also the first financial institution with
Latin-American roots to own the naming rights of a major stadium in
the United States.
“It’s only fitting that as we enter our 10th
season in the MLS here in Orlando and ninth in the NWSL that we
would partner for the next decade with a global company, not only
committed to our community, but with a shared vision for the
future,” said Chairman Mark Wilf. “We are truly excited about what
we will build together, enhancing the fan experience in the venue
and further connecting our soccer cultures in meaningful ways.”
“We are excited to take our partnership with
Orlando to the next level. This is a breakthrough moment for our
company as we expand our presence in the United States -- it will
allow us to connect with Orlando’s young and diverse population,
including a vibrant Latino community, through our shared love for
soccer,” said João Vitor Menin, CEO of Inter&Co. “And we could
not have asked for a better partner to build upon this
state-of-the-art venue where Central Floridians come together and
visitors from all over the world have memorable experiences,” Menin
added.
Inter, which is part of the Inter&Co
economic group, is a digital banking pioneer in Brazil serving more
than 30 million clients with the convenience of paying bills,
saving, investing, shopping, and earning rewards in a single app.
The company has a long history of supporting and investing in
soccer, including relationships with Athletico Paranaense,
Fortaleza Esporte Clube, and the MRV arena, home to Clube Atlético
Mineiro. In the United States, clients can open no-fee digital
accounts and send remittances to 60+ countries through the
Inter&Co app, among other services.
“As we look for ways to build on our Club’s
successes, we know Inter&Co will be a vital partner in
continuing to grow the Orlando City and Orlando Pride brands in the
global landscape, both on the field and off,” Wilf added. “We look
forward to collaborating on ways to not only expand our business
profiles in Latin and South America, but we are excited for the
future benefits that our soccer sides will reap through expanded
competition, scouting and brand awareness opportunities.”
State-of-the-Art Technology
Backed by partnership investments from Club
ownership, Inter&Co Stadium has begun an enhancement project
that will bring greater technology to the venue. Upgrades include
five million new LED pixels, a new state-of-the-art video board,
new fascia LED throughout the bowl, a 16’x9’ LED wall in the West
Club, as well as over 200+ new TV monitors throughout the suites,
premium spaces, concession stands and lower-level concourse.
Additionally, fans will experience new,
interactive concourse displays; Wi-Fi 6 and 6E, the most up-to-date
technology available today; 5G antennas for increased cell phone
coverage; and new hospitality options such as "The Terrace" in
Section 1. Additional enhancements will be announced prior to the
start of the regular season.
The venue will officially re-open to the public
on January 27 when Orlando City SC will host a preseason FC Series
friendly against Brazil’s Clube de Regatas do Flamengo. The 2024
MLS home opener is slated for Feb. 24, when Orlando City SC hosts
CF Montreal, with the Pride season set to kick off in March
2024.
World-Class Entertainment
Inter&Co, Orlando City, and the Orlando
Pride envision the stadium, located in the heart of Downtown
Orlando, as a world-class sports and entertainment venue. In
addition to MLS, NWSL and marquee international soccer matches, the
stadium will continue to expand its profile by bringing cultural
and music events, starting with a post-game concert for
ticketholders following a 2024 Orlando City match.
A Financial Partner to Fans
As the Official Sponsor for accounts, debit and
credit cards, mortgages, and remittances, Inter&Co will be a
financial partner to Orlando fans, who will get exclusive
access to a full suite of products on the company’s Super App, as
well as rewards, perks, and unique experiences at Inter&Co
Stadium. “We make it accessible, easy, and convenient to
manage your money well, in a single app. Most Americans tend to be
under served and over charged in their banking relationship. And we
want to change that, just like we did in Brazil for over 30 million
clients,” said João Vitor Menin, CEO of Inter&Co.
Commitment to Community
As part of its commitment to the greater Orlando
community, Inter&Co will join forces with the clubs to
introduce new grassroots initiatives to enrich and support
neighbors of Inter&Co Stadium. Inter&Co will enhance local
financial literacy programs for youth with other programs announced
in the coming months.
“By putting our name on the stadium, we are
making a pledge to the Orlando community,” Menin added. “We believe
in the transformative power of financial education and technology
to unlock possibilities, and we’re here to do that for each and
every Central Floridian.”
Exploria Resorts, the venue’s previous naming
rights partner since June 2019, will continue as the Exclusive,
Official Vacation Club of Orlando City SC and Orlando Pride.
About Inter&Co, Inc.:
Inter&Co is the holding company of Inter
Group and indirectly holds all of Banco Inter’s shares. Inter is
the premier Super App providing financial and digital commerce
services to more than 30 million customers. We offer a complete
range of solutions, including banking, investments, credit,
insurance and cross-border services, in addition to a marketplace
that brings together the best retailers in Brazil and the United
States. To learn more, visit https://inter.co/en/us/
About Orlando City SC & Orlando
Pride:
In November 2013, Orlando City Soccer Club was
awarded a Major League Soccer (MLS) franchise, becoming the
league’s 21st franchise. The team began play in March 2015, with
62,510 fans packing the then-Orlando Citrus Bowl for the club’s MLS
debut.
The 2024 season will mark the Club’s 10th as a
member of MLS, with the team having reached the postseason in
four-consecutive seasons (2020-23), qualified for the Concacaf
Champions Cup (formerly Concacaf Champions League) in both 2023 and
2024, and reached its first final in 2020 during the MLS is Back
Tournament. In 2022, Orlando City won its first championship of its
MLS era, lifting the Lamar Hunt U.S. Open Cup trophy, which also
marked the first championship by any professional team in the City
Beautiful. Prior to its time in MLS, Orlando City boasted a
decorated history in the United Soccer League, winning the league’s
championship in both the 2011 and 2013 seasons.
In October 2015, the Orlando Pride was announced
as the 10th team in the National Women’s Soccer League (NWSL),
bringing professional women’s soccer to the state of Florida for
the first time. The team began play in April 2016, setting a
then-league single-game attendance record in its first-ever home
game, with 23,403 fans witnessing the Club’s first win.
The Pride features a star-studded roster of
domestic and international talent, captained by Brazilian legend
Marta, a six-time Women’s World Player of the Year and the all-time
leader in Women’s World Cup goals. Former Orlando City defender Seb
Hines serves as the team’s head coach, the first Black head coach
in league history.
In 2017, both teams moved into its
privately-owned, soccer-specific venue – Inter&Co Stadium –
located in the heart of downtown Orlando.
In July 2021, the Club – which includes Orlando
City SC, the Orlando Pride, Orlando City B (MLS NEXT Pro) and
Inter&Co Stadium – was purchased by the Wilf Family, who also
own the Minnesota Vikings of the National Football
League.
For more information on Orlando City SC and
Orlando, visit OrlandoCitySC.com or Orlando-Pride.com.
About Inter&Co Stadium:
Opened in March 2017, Inter&Co Stadium is
home to Orlando City of Major League Soccer (MLS) and Orlando Pride
of the National Women’s Soccer League (NWSL). The soccer-specific
stadium is located in the heart of Downtown Orlando and was the
first MLS stadium to open with five consecutive victories.
Inter&Co Stadium was 100 percent privately
funded at a cost of $155 million. It features a 360-degree lower
bowl, North America’s first safe-standing supporters’ section –
dubbed “The Wall” – and a four-sided canopy roof to keep the noise
in and weather out. In Section 12, there are 49 rainbow-colored
seats to memorialize the victims of the tragedy at Pulse Night
Club. The stadium also houses the Club’s Front Office.
Since its opening, the venue had already seen a
number of guest experience upgrades, highlighted by the “Orlando
Made” food and beverage program, featuring local favorites for fans
to enjoy all that the City Beautiful has to offer under one
roof.
To date, the stadium has hosted U.S. Men’s
National Team's 2018 & 2022 World Cup Qualifiers, the U.S.
Women's National Team in the 2018, 2020 & 2023 SheBelieves Cup,
as well as the 2017 NWSL Championship, 2017 NCAA Women’s College
Cup, 2018 & 2019 MLS Combines, multiple editions of the Florida
Cup, the 2019 MLS All-Star Game, the 2019, 2021 & 2022 Cure
Bowl, the Orlando Philharmonic and the 2022 Special Olympics USA
Games Opening Ceremony.
For more information on Inter&Co Stadium,
visit www.interco-stadium.com.
Contact:
Ideal for Inter&CoM +1 831 818 2893 / +1 213
631 5437InterUS@ideal.pr (US) Inter@ideal.pr (BR)
Orlando City SC & Orlando PrideJackie
Maynardjmaynard@orlandocitysc.com585.944.6996
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