STOCKTON, Calif.--(BUSINESS WIRE)--Adventist Health and ASM Global announced plans for a new partnership that will rename the city of Stockton’s 10,000-seat facility to Adventist Health Arena. This agreement signals the dawn of a new level of entertainment offerings for years to come.
The announcement comes as ASM Global continues to offer a full schedule of top-level events. Upcoming acts include Jiu Jitsu World League, Gabriel Iglesias, Stockton Kings, home opener in November 19, JAMZ, Disney On Ice, Harlem Globetrotters, StocktonCon, Bert Kreischer, Los Tigres del Norte and so many more that will soon be announced. Past acts that have played the Stockton Arena include Peso Pluma, Banda MS, Cody Johnson, Journey, Mount Westmore, Boyz II Men, Disney On Ice, Harlem Globetrotters, Professional Bull Riding, WWE, AEW, Stockton Kings and Stockton Music Jam.
This is only the beginning, major upgrades to the arena have already begun with a new 360-degree LED center-hung, ribbon boards and back of house enhancements. Other upgrades will include new LED sports lighting, club lighting, dressing room enhancements, and conference room upgrades, to name a few.
Jason Perry, general manager for ASM Global Stockton, said, “This is more than simply changing the name of the arena – it is about bringing together the private and public sector into something that is more than branding. This partnership will bring a new and creative way of thinking about events while welcoming new community members to our events through our Community Benefit Program. We at ASM Global look forward to this new partnership with Adventist Health, a true pillar in our community that will continue to bring great pride to the City of Stockton and the Central Valley.”
“We are excited and honored to partner with the City of Stockton and ASM Global in establishing the Adventist Health Arena as a major public event and entertainment venue in San Joaquin County and the Central Valley,” says Adventist Health Lodi Memorial President Brooke McCollough. “Our organizational mission is to inspire health, wholeness and hope, all of which contribute to happy, fulfilling lives. We believe that this wonderful arena will provide numerous opportunities for residents and visitors to experience joy in many different ways for years to come.”
“This is another milestone celebration for Stockton,” said City Manager Harry Black. “We are excited to have Adventist Health as a partner as we continue to showcase all that Stockton has to offer. Kudos to ASM Global and our City of Stockton Economic Development Department for getting this over the finish line. This is in alignment with the City’s Economic Development Strategic Action Plan, and, with these investments, Stockton will become even more of a destination for sporting and entertainment events.”
For more information regarding all the Stockton venues managed by ASM Global, please visit StocktonLive.com.
About Adventist Health:
Adventist Health is a faith-based, nonprofit, integrated health system serving more than 80 communities on the West Coast and Hawaii, with over 400 sites of care, including 26 acute care facilities. Founded on Adventist heritage and values, Adventist Health provides care in hospitals, clinics, home care agencies, hospice agencies and joint-venture retirement centers in both rural and urban communities. Our compassionate and talented team of 37,000 includes employees, physicians, allied health professionals and volunteers driven in pursuit of one mission: living God's love by inspiring health, wholeness, and hope. We are committed to staying true to our heritage by providing patient centered, quality care. Together, we are transforming the healthcare experience with an innovative and whole person focus on physical, mental, spiritual, and social healing to support community well-being.
About the City of Stockton:
As one of the largest cities in California, Stockton boasts a large, diverse labor force; various educational institutions and training programs; a regional airport; deep-water inland port; intermodal railroad facility; and direct access to many Bay Area and west coasts markets. With the help of City services and our partner organizations, Stockton offers a number of resources and incentive programs that help businesses grow and succeed.
About ASM Global:
ASM Global is the world’s leading producer of entertainment experiences. It is the global leader in venue and event strategy and management—delivering locally tailored solutions and cutting-edge technologies to achieve maximum results for venue owners. The company’s elite venue network spans five continents, with a portfolio of more than 350 of the world’s most prestigious arenas, stadiums, convention, and exhibition centers, and performing arts venues. Follow with us on LinkedIn, Facebook, Instagram and Twitter. asmglobal.com