Durham Sports Commission Announces Preferred Third-Party Housing Solutions Provider

The Durham Sports Commission (DSC), a local leader in creating social and economic impact through attracting, supporting and promoting youth, amateur, collegiate and professional sporting and recreational events, announces SiteSearch as its preferred third-party housing solutions provider for all sports team, spectator and fan booking needs.  

“From the moment we learned about SiteSearch, we knew they were the perfect partner to come alongside us in transforming Durham into a championship hub,” said Kaila’Shea Menendez, Deputy Director of the Durham Sports Commission. “The professional and reliable team behind SiteSearch will be instrumental in helping us to elevate our service efforts to event owners, national governing bodies, as well as their teams, fans, and spectators. As sporting events continue to grow and thrive in Durham, we are committed to ensuring a positive experience in booking travel arrangements for both recruited and locally hosted events in our city.”

The arrival of teams, along with their enthusiastic supporters, injects vitality into Durham's local economy. Their presence not only bolsters jobs within the hospitality sector but also fuels a domino effect of financial benefits across an array of local businesses - from restaurants to retail outlets - enriching the community's vibrancy. This synergy echoes the Durham Sports Commission's core mission to generate both economic and social prosperity through the power of sports. With SiteSearch at the helm of real-time event analytics and accommodation management, the DSC's economic contributions are meticulously recorded, showcasing the full narrative of Durham's success. Since 2017, the DSC has generated an economic impact of over $107 million from over 420,000 attendees across 231 events.

“We are thrilled about our partnership with the Durham Sports Commission and the opportunity to be their preferred third-party housing solutions provider for sports bookings,” said Elizabeth Weimer, President of SiteSearch. “This collaboration marks an exciting opportunity for us to support the lodging needs of teams and fans, enhancing their experience during sporting events in Durham. We are confident that our expertise in housing management will contribute to the success of events hosted by the Durham Sports Commission, further solidifying Durham's reputation as a premier destination for sports. We are eager to embark on this journey together and are committed to ensuring a seamless and enjoyable experience for guests and hotels alike.”

SiteSearch, a full-service travel agency specializing in finding the right travel and accommodations solutions for every event and activity, is one of the leading housing companies in the sports tourism industry.  The team at SiteSearch prioritizes excellent customer service and a positive experience for clients while annually securing an average of 450 event room blocks, servicing thousands of customers and realizing over 200,000 room reservations.

For more information on the DSC’s partnership with SiteSearch and other upcoming Durham sporting events, please visit durhamncsports.com.