Improving communities through sport
Strategic Planning for a frosty future
From ice rink business plans and feasibility studies to operational assessments, SFC’s advisory services empower you with data and expert guidance to set a strong foundation for your business. With experience supporting more than 3,000 ice, sports, recreation, and events facility projects across the country, SFC is here to help you succeed.
An SFC Market Opportunity Report is designed to address the key questions during the early stages of facility planning and development: What will it cost to build an ice rink complex? How large should my community recreation center be? What are the specific needs of my community?
Our team of seasoned advisors will guide you through community engagement, program development, market research, and financial forecasting to design a facility model that perfectly aligns with your community’s vision and goals.
Take the guesswork out of your ice rink or recreation facility’s success. With SFC’s detailed 5-year financial forecast, you’ll gain third-party credibility for securing funding, building community support, and aligning your operational team.
Whether you define success by lives impacted, economic growth, or revenue generated, performance is key. If your facility isn’t delivering the results you need, SFC can step in to diagnose the challenges, offer solutions, and support you throughout the process.
As sports tourism thrives across the U.S., with tournament-ready venues, event centers, and multi-use complexes, the key measure of success is the new tax revenue generated by tourism—benefiting lodging, restaurants, and entertainment sectors, otherwise known as economic impact.
Discover tailored solutions for your facility’s unique challenges. With SFC’s custom consulting services, you’ll receive expert guidance designed specifically for your needs, helping you achieve your goals with confidence. Call us today to connect with our experts and find the right solution for you.
Evan Eleff has led the Sports Facilities Advisory team in producing market studies, facility plans, financial forecasts, economic impact analyses, feasibility studies, and strategic funding initiatives for more than 1,500 communities around the world and a portfolio of more than $8 billion of planned assets. Additionally, Evan has been directly involved in the development, opening, programming, management, and/or optimization of more than fifty SFC-supported venues.
As the only facility in Indiana featuring three NHL-sized ice surfaces, PSM Icehouse stands out as a unique and vital resource for athletes, coaches, and sports enthusiasts alike. This expansive venue is recognized as one of the largest ice complexes in the region, offering a top-tier experience for both participants and spectators.
Planning for your facility’s future is a significant undertaking that requires careful consideration. Our team will collaborate with you to assess your goals, identify opportunities, and evaluate potential risks and benefits. Let’s start the conversation today and explore how our planning services can help you achieve your vision.
