020 8898 7253

If you are planning a project and want to approach it with a sustainability focus, get in touch: Dermot@StadiumSupportServices.co.uk

Jeremy, can you start by telling us about your role there?  

Absolutely, I’m currently serving as Chairman at Old Dunstonians, overseeing rugby club committee and other senior officials as well as liaising with the overall sports club committee.

Can you give us a brief overview of the club and its history?  

Old Dunstonians RFC is an alumni community for former pupils and staff of St. Dunstan’s College in London and while it originally catered to former members of St. Dunstan’s College, it now welcomes all members from the local area. The club has a rich history and attracts both experienced and aspiring rugby players to both play and enjoy the social side of the club.

How are the ODs performing this season? 

This season has been a challenging one for us on the pitch. We’ve seen some great performances on the field, across all levels and age groups –  the team has been working hard to achieve our goals.

Stadium Support Services has been a key shirt sponsor for Old Dunstonians for five years. How has their support impacted the club during this time?

Stadium Support Services has been an invaluable partner for us. They’ve been our main shirt sponsor, providing financial support that has significantly contributed to the growth and success of the club as well as helping out with upgrades to our facilities and infrastructure.

Can you tell us more about their involvement with the Old Dunstonians?

Certainly, Stadium Support Services has been more than just a sponsor. During the challenging times of the COVID-19 pandemic, they went above and beyond by conducting regular COVID sprays, ensuring the safety of our players and supporters. Additionally, they also generously donated marquees, allowing our fans to enjoy the games comfortably under shelter. Their commitment to compliance and community well-being has truly set them apart.

It sounds like an incredibly successful partnership, thanks for sharing, Jeremy.

hank you for having me. It’s always a pleasure to talk about the great things happening Old Dunstonians, not to mention the support we receive from Stadium Support Services.

Interviewed by Amy Miles, The Dugout E-Zine

With Jeremy Scott, Chairman at Old Dunstonians Rugby Club

Building Sustainability at Stadium Support Service

While sustainability has always been at the heart of Stadium Support Services, the introduction of the Head of Sustainability role signifies a dedicated effort to streamline ideas and make a substantial impact on our partners and prospective clients. 

In my new role, I provide guidance on best practices, innovations, and opportunities in sustainability, aiming to benefit the long-term interests of both our company and clients.

With experience in sports stadiums and large corporations, I understand the challenges faced by Facility Management (FM) leads—time constraints, limited access, cost considerations, and the need for buy-in. Overcoming these challenges is crucial, especially for projects that may not have immediate business benefits but are integral to our overarching sustainability goals.

The sports industry, along with other sectors, is undergoing a transformative shift towards environmental sustainability. We are passionate about contributing to this movement by facilitating sustainable initiatives and encouraging clients to embark on their sustainability journey. 

Whether it involves implementing rainwater recapture systems, practicing sustainable land management, or addressing specific environmental goals, our aim is to play a crucial role in advancing sustainable practices.

By incorporating measures such as installing water saving devices and collaborating with eco-conscious suppliers, we aim to create a ripple effect that transforms into a tidal wave of sustainability.

If you are planning a project and want to approach it with a sustainability focus, get in touch: Dermot@StadiumSupportServices.co.uk

Scott, your 90 seconds starts now…  

How was 2023 for Stadium Support Services?  

We are coming off the back of our best-ever year of growth so morale is high and I couldn’t be prouder of what the team has delivered.

So, tell us about the key highlights from last year… 

We had some great wins, from renewing our cleaning contract with Farnborough Exhibition Centre and securing a four-year facilities management contract with Queen’s Park Rangers FC (QPR). We have also developed partnerships to deliver man-safe systems, anti-slip and stadium seat restoration and in doing so broadening our service offering. 

We have also delivered some world-class projects in our stadium division at venues such as Birmingham City Football Club, QPR and Wembley, all within very tight timelines. Our property division has also gone from strength to strength, doubling in size and where we continue to work with valued clients such as CBRE, Cushman & Wakefield and Equans.

How would you describe Stadium Support Services in a nutshell? 

We are a facilities management company, specialising in stadium and mass spectator venues. Utilising our in-house teams, we can deliver projects from reactive and planned maintenance, through to fabric works and full refurbishments. 

 As stadium specialists, used to working in live environments, ensuring rapid turnaround is essential to our success and a commitment to going above and beyond is embedded in our company DNA.

However, in recent years we have taken this approach and applied it to other sectors, such as heritage, leisure and commercial property.

What is your vision for the business in your new role as Managing Director? 

Our people are critical to our success, one of my biggest priorities is to foster a culture that provides our team members with opportunities for growth, development, and a desire to remain with the business. I firmly believe that by prioritising the needs of our employees, they, in turn, will deliver excellence for our clients.

As a company, I want us to continue to stay ahead of the curve, presenting our clients with innovative approaches to problem-solving and collaborating with them on a solution-focused strategy.

Through ongoing staff training and research into new technologies, we will continue to build expertise in our field and I couldn’t be more excited about what’s to come. 

Interviewed by Amy Miles, The Dugout E-Zine

With our Managing Director Scott Hudson

Scott Hudson announced as new Managing Director to accelerate next phase of company growth

LONDON, UK – 06 November 2023 – Stadium Support Services, a national provider of facilities management, commercial cleaning and rope access services has today announced the appointment of a new managing director. The organisation is entering its twentieth year of operations and sees the change as an opportunity to fuel further growth and diversification across its portfolio.

Scott Hudson has been a central part of the company’s senior management team since 2015, where he has served as Operations Director and takes the reins from current MD and company founder, Kevin Hudson who will transition into company Chairman. Kevin will step back from day-to-day management of the company but continue to support the business in strategic decision-making and governance matters.

Kevin Hudson says, “I couldn’t be prouder of how Stadium Support Services has grown and evolved over the last 19 years, and we have seen a steep growth trajectory over the last five to seven years, which is in no small part down to Scott’s leadership and vision. Building and leading this company has been such a privilege, but the time is now right for me to step back and allow a new era of leadership to come through and take the company to even greater heights.”

In recent years, Scott has been instrumental in rebranding and repositioning Stadium Support Services, enabling it to deliver top-tier facilities management, rope access and commercial cleaning services to a multitude of major venues throughout the United Kingdom.

Since joining the senior management team, the company has won contracts and projects with establishments such as Farnborough International, Wembley Stadium, Queens Park Rangers Football Club and Birmingham Football Club.

“I have loved seeing the company go from strength to strength and take great pride in the fantastic roster of clients we have who push us to continually provide ever-more dynamic and highly responsive facilities management solutions to fuel their success,” says Scott.

“I feel an incredible sense of responsibility as I step up and build on the legacy that Kevin has created but know I have the best team in the industry around me to ensure we deliver on the vision that I and the whole senior management team have for the business going forward, I wholeheartedly believe the best years are still ahead of us,” he adds.

These leadership changes are effective immediately.

About Stadium Support Services

Stadium Support Services is a leading provider of facilities management and rope access services for major stadium and mass spectator venues in the United Kingdom. With a commitment to excellence and innovation, the company has built a reputation for delivering superior and responsive solutions to meet the dynamic needs of sports and entertainment venues. Stadium Support Services remains dedicated to its clients’ success, offering a comprehensive range of services to ensure safe, efficient, and unforgettable experiences for fans and visitors.

For more information or spokesperson comments please contact comms@StadiumSupportServices.co.uk