(CelebrityAccess) – Ticketmaster has announced a new partnership with sports merchandise company Fanatics that will see the two companies selling verified tickets and merchandise on each others’ sites.
The partnership is aimed at helping leagues, teams and universities with integrated e-commerce solutions and designed to leverage both companies’ customer database to drive a unique fan rewards program.
Under the terms of the new deal, Ticketmaster will serve as the exclusive ticketing provider to Fanatics, providing fans with the opportunity to immediately purchase tickets through embedded links on Fanatics.com, FansEdge.com and hundreds of team/league e-stores.
Ticket purchases will also provide Fanatics shoppers with access to a rewards program where points can be exchanged for merchandise.
Commenting on partnership, Jared Smith, president of Ticketmaster, said: “As the go-to destination for event tickets and the official ticketing partner to so many incredible sport clients, we’re always looking for ways to enhance the fan experience while simultaneously adding value to our partners. Partnering with Fanatics in this way is the definition of a win-win for us, for Fanatics, for our common rights holders and for fans.”
“As partner to leagues, teams and schools, Ticketmaster and Fanatics have a shared responsibility to help stakeholders amplify their brands and grow their businesses,” added Cole Gahagan, chief commercial officer of Fanatics. “By teaming up, we’re now in a remarkably unique position to not only boost event awareness, but to also reward fans, and increase the value of buying tickets and attending games. It’s a big win for every member of the sports community.”
