F1: Centerplate Inks Contract For GP Of America

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F1: Centerplate Inks Contract For GP Of America

Centerplate has been named the hospitality partner to the Grand Prix of America...

Media Release | Posted July 24, 2012 Stamford, CT

With the New York City skyline as its backdrop, the Red Bull car of Sebastian Vettel sits on stage at an event earlier this year promoting the Grand Prix of America coming to Weehawken, N.J. (Photo: Grand Prix of America)

Centerplate, the largest event hospitality partner to North America's premier sports stadiums, convention centers and entertainment venues, announced Tuesday it has been selected as the hospitality partner to the Grand Prix of America to be held in Weehawken and West New York, N.J. In a highly competitive selection process, Centerplate prevailed based on its track record of industry-leading guest services and hospitality innovation.

For the hotly anticipated Grand Prix of America, Centerplate will design, manage and deliver all hospitality services including catering and all fan food and beverage offerings. The Inaugural Grand Prix of America is scheduled for June 2013, and then will occur annually thereafter. The three-day event is expected to attract over 100,000 spectators.

“Centerplate is a world-class provider of hospitality services for some of the world’s most high-profile special events," said Dennis Robinson, Grand Prix of America chief operations officer. "Centerplate brings a sense of creativity that will not only meet but exceed the expectations of our guests from around the world.”

“We are thrilled to bring our extraordinary event experience to Formula One Racing, a truly one-of-a-kind experience,” said Todd Andrews, Centerplate’s general manager. “We know a Formula One event brings high expectations for world-class fare. Our team will be tasked with providing flawless service for all their fans, and we know they’ll be up to the challenge.”

Centerplate is no stranger to racing. The company has also hosted the Baltimore Grand Prix and the Honda Indy Toronto. Centerplate is also the event hospitality partner to the Atlanta Dragway, Gainesville Raceway, National Trail Raceway and Lucas Oil Raceway.

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