<span>Tailgate Guys announced another partner of the summer with the addition of the University of Pittsburgh. The university will be offered full service, turnkey tailgating for the fall of 2017. For more information on reserving a tailgate package, email pitt@tailgateguys.com or call 412-525-4125. Packages are available for reservation now. <br><br>Parker Duffey, Tailgate Guys’ President, and CEO relayed the company’s excitement with this new expansion: “After the summer we’ve had, it was great to add to our momentum with the University of Pittsburgh. We’re pushing ourselves harder and further this season and we can’t wait to join the fans in Pittsburgh this fall.” <br><br>University of Pittsburgh fans can count on quality and hassle-free tailgate solutions this football season. Tailgate Guys is proud to offer full-service tailgates to Panther fans for all home games. <br><br>Tailgate Guys, founded in 2009, works with campuses and in bowl games around the Southeast, Atlantic region, and with the addition of the University of Pittsburgh, the Northeast. Current partners include Auburn University, Texas A&amp;M University, the University of Florida, University of South Florida, Georgia Tech, the University of Texas, the Peach Bowl, the Cotton Bowl, Texas Christian University, the University of Alabama, University of North Carolina, Virginia Tech, Wake Forest University, &nbsp;Penn State University, University of Connecticut, and the University of Oklahoma. For the past eight years, Tailgate Guys has been offering guests first-class, turnkey tailgate experiences and is proud to offer the same opportunity to Pitt fans this year. <br></span>

Former IMG College President and ISP Sports Current President Ben Sutton invested in Tailgate Guys this year, propelling the company's growth from $7 million in sales&nbsp;to $17 million. Parker Duffey, Tailgate Guys President, and CEO was interviewed about the partnership in the newest edition of Sports Business Journal. "I feel like we’re in the right place at the right time, with all of the emphasis on the fan experience,” Duffey says of Tailgate Guys current position within the college sports hospitality arena. Sutton and his investment firm have an interest in sports and non-sport related companies, with Tailgate Guys claiming the first round of investments.&nbsp;<br><br><a target="_blank" rel="nofollow" href="https://dl.dropboxusercontent.com/u/23903026/Chance%20meeting%20lit%20fire%20for%20Tailgate%20Guys%20-%20SportsBusiness%20Daily%20%20SportsBusiness%20Journal%20%20SportsBusiness%20Daily%20Global.pdf">Click here to view the full article.&nbsp;</a><br><br>

<span>Tailgate Guys is excited to announce another partnership gearing up for the fall of 2017. The University of South Florida became an official partner earlier this month &nbsp;adding the USF Bulls to the list of teams Tailgate Guys will serve this football season. Public sale opens on July 24, 2017. Those interested in purchasing packages can inquire to usf@tailgateguys.com. <br><br>Tailgate Guys will be offering turnkey tailgate solutions to Bulls fans around Raymond James Stadium. Packages will allow fans to enjoy home game days without the added hassle of setting up and taking down their tailgate plots. Tailgate Guys is excited to offer this service to a new group. <br><br>Parker Duffey, CEO and President of Tailgate Guys, commented on the partnership: “The University of South Florida is an exciting new opportunity for us- we’ve been just up the road at the University of Florida for a several years and we are excited to expand further within the state. We have some longstanding connections with several members of the USF leadership team and we’re ready to get things going in Tampa this fall.” <br><br>Tailgate Guys, founded in 2009, works with campuses and in bowl games around the Southeast, Atlantic region, &nbsp;the Midwest and Northeast. Current partners include Auburn University, Texas A&amp;M University, the University of Florida, Georgia Tech, the University of Texas, the Peach Bowl, the Cotton Bowl, Texas Christian University, the University of Alabama, University of North Carolina, Virginia Tech, Wake Forest University, Penn State University. University of Connecticut, and University of Oklahoma. For the past eight years, Tailgate Guys has been offering guests first-class, turnkey tailgate experiences and is proud to offer the same opportunity to Bulls fans this year. <br></span>

The University of Oklahoma and Tailgate Guys will collaborate to expand upon the game-day experience in Norman through a new partnership to provide turnkey tailgating solutions for Sooner fans for all home games. Reservations will be available to Sooner Club members during an exclusive reservation period opening on July 10th with sales open to the public following. For more information on reservations, email ou@tailgateguys.com. &nbsp; <br><span><br>Parker Duffey, Tailgate Guys’ President, and CEO commented on this new expansion: “We are pumped to work with a top-notch organization like Oklahoma.&nbsp; This expansion also further bolsters Tailgate Guys’ Big 12 operations.”</span> &nbsp; <br><span><br>“We look forward to working with Tailgate Guys and the additional opportunities that they will provide our fans and supporters” said Patrick Nowlin, Assistant AD at Oklahoma.&nbsp; </span> &nbsp; <br><br>Tailgate packages in Norman will be located just steps from Gaylord Family-Oklahoma Memorial Stadium and will be limited to around sixty tailgate locations. All Oklahoma operations will be managed from Norman, Oklahoma and will report to Tailgate Guys’ West Vice President, Will McClain. &nbsp; <br><span><br>Tailgate Guys, founded in 2009, works with campuses and in bowl games around the Southeast, Atlantic region, and with the addition of the University of Connecticut, the Northeast. Current partners include Auburn University, Texas A&amp;M University, the University of Florida, Georgia Tech, the University of Texas, the Peach Bowl, the Cotton Bowl, Texas Christian University, the University of Alabama, University of North Carolina, Virginia Tech, Wake Forest University, UConn and Penn State University. For the past eight years, Tailgate Guys has become the leading tailgate provider in the United States. Tailgate Guys is excited to add the University of Oklahoma to the family.&nbsp;</span>

The University of Connecticut and Tailgate Guys are excited to announce a new partnership to provide premium tailgating at Pratt &amp; Whitney Stadium for UConn football games beginning this fall. This new addition is sure to enhance the game day experience with turnkey tailgating in Hartford for the 2017 football season. &nbsp; <br><br>Parker Duffey, Tailgate Guys’ President, and CEO commented on this new expansion: “We love bringing new colleges into the Tailgate Guys family. With each new college, we get to grow our brand and bring exciting tailgate experiences to a new fan base. It is an exciting time for us!” &nbsp; <br><br>David Benedict, University of Connecticut’s Athletic Director, said of the partnership: “There is a great tradition among UConn football fans tailgating at Pratt &amp; Whitney Stadium at Rentschler Field. Hours before and after Husky games loyal supporters are enjoying all the activities that make college football a special event. Tailgate Guys offer a high-quality and convenient service to those who might not have the time to prepare their own tailgate party or simply want to enhance the occasion. To be sure, the Tailgate Guys are a dynamic addition to the gameday experience!” &nbsp; <br><span><br>Tailgate packages will be available exclusively to Husky Club members during a priority reservation period. Once the priority reservation period has concluded, all remaining packages will be available to the public on July 10th. For anyone interested, feel free to contact <a target="_blank" rel="nofollow">uconn@tailgateguys.com</a> or (860) 729-0815 with questions and reservation inquiries.</span> &nbsp; <br><span><br>Tailgate Guys, founded in 2009, works with campuses and in bowl games around the Southeast, Atlantic region, and with the addition of the University of Connecticut, the Northeast. Current partners include Auburn University, Texas A&amp;M University, the University of Florida, Georgia Tech, the University of Texas, the Peach Bowl, the Cotton Bowl, Texas Christian University, the University of Alabama, University of North Carolina, Virginia Tech, Wake Forest University and Penn State University. For the past eight years, Tailgate Guys has been offering guests first-class, turnkey tailgate experiences and is proud to offer the same opportunity to Husky fans this year.&nbsp;</span>

The University of North Carolina at Chapel Hill and Tailgate Guys have formed a new partnership to bring turn-key and hassle-free tailgating to Chapel Hill.&nbsp; &nbsp; &nbsp; <br><span><br>Tailgate Guys takes the trouble out of tailgating by providing an exclusive, fun game day experience for their guests. They will offer tailgate packages to accommodate groups of all sizes and will be steps from Kenan Memorial Stadium.&nbsp; Their offerings include tents, tables, chairs, coolers with ice, TV and media service, food and beverage options and their very own bellhop service. &nbsp;&nbsp;</span> &nbsp; <br><br>“We want every football game day at Carolina to be memorable, and we are excited to partner with Tailgate Guys to enhance that experience,’’ said UNC Director of Athletics Bubba Cunningham. “With only limited parking on campus, Tailgate Guys will make it easier for our fans to tailgate before games.” &nbsp; <br><span><br>Tailgate Guys, founded in 2009, operates on campuses and in bowl games around the southeast. Current partners include: Auburn University, Texas A&amp;M University, the University of Florida, Georgia Tech, the University of Texas, the Peach Bowl, the Cotton Bowl, Texas Christian University, and the University of Alabama.&nbsp; Tailgate Guys has been providing guests with a first-class, turnkey tailgate experience for eight years, and are excited to offer the same opportunity to the Tar Heel fan base. </span> &nbsp; <br><br>Parker Duffey, Tailgate Guys’ President &amp; CEO commented on this new addition: “Through development of this plan, we’ve grown more and more excited about the working partnership we are building with the people within UNC Athletics. They are some of the best in the business and we look forward to serving North Carolina and the Tar Heel faithful!” &nbsp; <br><span><span><br>Tailgate packages will be available exclusively to Rams Club members during a priority reservation period. Once the priority reservation period has passed, all remaining packages will be made available to the public on July 10th.&nbsp; For anyone interested, feel free to contact </span><a target="_blank" rel="nofollow">unc@tailgateguys.com</a> with questions and reservation inquiries.&nbsp;</span>

Penn State is excited to announce that the school will be the first athletic program in the Big Ten to establish a premium tailgate operation. This new addition to the football game day experience is sure to enhance the tailgating and hospitality experience in State College.&nbsp; The Penn State/Tailgate Guys partnership will bring turnkey and hassle-free tailgating to State College for the 2017 football season.&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp; &nbsp;<br><br>Tailgate Guys was designed to take the trouble out of tailgating by providing an exclusive, fun game day experience for their guests. They will offer tailgate packages to accommodate groups of all sizes and will be steps from Beaver Stadium.&nbsp; Their offerings include tents, tables, chairs, coolers with ice, TV and media service, food and beverage options and their very own bellhop service. &nbsp; <br><span><br>Tailgate Guys, founded in 2009, can be found operating on campuses and in bowl games across the country. Current partners include: Auburn University, Texas A&amp;M University, the University of Florida, Georgia Tech, the University of Texas, the Peach Bowl, the Cotton Bowl, Texas Christian University, the University of Alabama, Virginia Tech, and Wake Forest University.&nbsp; Tailgate Guys has been providing guests with a first-class, turnkey tailgate experience for eight years and are excited to offer the same opportunity to the Nittany Lion fan base. </span> &nbsp; <span>&nbsp;<br><br>“We’ve been excited about this possibility for quite some time so it is extremely rewarding for our team to see everything come to fruition. Penn State represents the first Big Ten partnership in our network which is perceived as a major milestone for Tailgate Guys but it also shows the progressive mentality of the leadership at Penn State. They have some great people with great ideas up there!” said Parker Duffey, President and CEO of Tailgate Guys. <br> <br> Penn State’s Deputy Director of Athletics Phil Esten commented “Penn State's tailgating environment is an iconic part of the pageantry of game day in Happy Valley. We are excited to add a full service tailgating option for our fans through our partnership with Tailgate Guys. We look forward to working with CEO Parker Duffey and his team to implement this opportunity for the 2017 season.”&nbsp; &nbsp; &nbsp; </span><br><span><br>Tailgate Packages will be available exclusively to the Nittany Lion Club members during a priority reservation period. Once the priority reservation period has passed, all remaining packages will be made available to the public on July 10.&nbsp; For anyone interested, feel free to contact Tailgate Guys with questions or reservation inquiries at psu@tailgateguys.com.&nbsp;</span>

<span>Tailgate Guys is excited to announce a new wave of growth up the east coast through the launch of their Atlantic Region that will host new partnerships at the Wake Forest University and Virginia Tech and at least one more additional University partnership in the area this fall. These new partnerships will bring premium, turn-key tailgating operations to each school’s home football games. The Atlantic Region main office will be housed in Winston-Salem, North Carolina and will be led by an experienced team that has relocated from other Tailgate Guys locations to take on this new region.<br><br></span> Parker Duffey, Tailgate Guys’ President &amp; CEO commented on this new expansion: “It’s awesome when a plan comes together so well with such a great group of partners as what we’re seeing in the Atlantic Region. Each institution has shown a true commitment to our partnership and we look forward to serving their supporters and communities through our first-class service and hospitality.” &nbsp; <span>&nbsp;<br><br></span> <span>“We are very excited to partner with Tailgate Guys.&nbsp; We feel their best-in-class tailgate experiences align with our goal of creating a fun and memorable game day atmosphere for our fans.&nbsp; This will be a tremendous addition to BB&amp;T Field this fall” said Wake Forest Director of Athletics Ron Wellman.&nbsp;<br><br></span> <span>Tailgate Guys, founded in 2009, operates on campuses and in bowl games around the southeast. Current partners include: Auburn University, Texas A&amp;M University, the University of Florida, Georgia Tech, the University of Texas, the Peach Bowl, the Cotton Bowl, Texas Christian University, the University of Alabama and new for 2017, Wake Forest and Virginia Tech.&nbsp; Tailgate Guys has been providing guests with a first-class, turnkey tailgate experience for eight years, and are excited to offer the same opportunity to these new areas.<br><br></span> Director of Athletics at Virginia Tech Whit Babcock commented, “We look forward to partnering with Tailgate Guys, the standard bearer in this service industry.&nbsp; Virginia Tech is very pleased to announce this additional enhancement to our already-very-special game day and tailgating experience.&nbsp; The proximity to Lane Stadium and the green space on Dietrick Lawn across from the entrance to Cassell Coliseum should provide for a wonderful, unique turn-key tailgating experience for groups of Hokies from 10 to 2,000 to gather and socialize in comfort and style.”&nbsp; <br> <br> <span>Tailgate Guys was designed to take the trouble out of tailgating by providing an exclusive, fun game day experience for their guests. They offer tailgate packages to accommodate groups of all sizes.&nbsp; Offerings include tents, tables, chairs, coolers with ice, TV and media service, food and beverage options and their very own bellhop service. <br></span> <br> <span>Each partner will be announcing sales reservation dates for tailgate packages and additional details in the upcoming weeks.&nbsp; For more information, please email <a target="_blank" rel="nofollow">info@tailgateguys.com</a> </span> &nbsp;

<span><b>AUBURN, AL (April 10, 2017) </b><b>–</b> Tailgate Guys, a company designed to provide turn-key and hassle free tailgating, announced their pick for the Chief Operations Officer position today.&nbsp; &nbsp;Chip Howard, who currently serves as the Executive Associate Athletics Director for Internal Affairs at the University of Florida, will officially be joining the Tailgate Guys team starting in August.&nbsp; <i></i></span> &nbsp; <br><br>“Needless to say the impact of Chip leaving the UAA will be significant. […] Chip’s been invaluable in assisting with my transition to Florida, and I’ll miss him as both a colleague and a friend.” says Scott Stricklin, Athletic Director at the University of Florida. &nbsp; <br><span><br>Howard’s current responsibilities include overseeing all capital improvement projects, Facilities and Operations, assisting with the management of the football program, and directly supervising the baseball program.&nbsp;&nbsp; With his 28 years of experience in Gainesville, he will bring an instrumental set of skills to the Tailgate Guys’ operation as he will head up the all the internal processes and oversee the day to day operations.&nbsp;</span> &nbsp; <br><br>“Chip has a unique ability to align his team by creating a culture of commitment and character. We’ve observed this over the past five years as a partner of the University of Florida Athletics and we’re excited to welcome Chip and his family to the Tailgate Guys team.” says Parker Duffey, CEO of Tailgate Guys. &nbsp; <br><span><br>“For over 25 years Chip Howard has been an invaluable part of the University of Florida Athletic Association. His finger prints are all over any success that has been achieved here during these 25 years. He is a relentless worker, a builder of outstanding culture, and was an incredible asset to this program during my tenure,” said Jeremy Foley, University of Florida Emeritus Athletic Director and Tailgate Guys Board of Advisors member.&nbsp; “In my opinion Parker Duffey and the Tailgate Guys have hit an absolute home run by bringing Chip on board. He is good as they come.&nbsp; As a professional for sure. As a person even more.”</span> &nbsp;<br> <span><br>Chip and his family will relocate to Tailgate Guys’ headquarters in Auburn, Alabama later this summer while Chip will officially join Tailgate Guys on August 1st.</span><br><b><br></b>

Game Day Tents, the tailgating provider for the University of Alabama in Tuscaloosa, has merged with Tailgate Guys to become part of its growing national footprint that provide game day tailgate services.&nbsp; Under the name Tailgate Guys, the University of Alabama team will apply the same principles and attention to detail that has made Tailgate Guys a national success and one of top 5,000 fastest growing privately held companies in the United States over the past three years, according to Inc. magazine.&nbsp; <br><br> “We are excited to work along-side our friends at Game Day Tents to provide the University of Alabama with top level of service that improves the game day experience for fans and the university while having a good time delivering our services!” says Parker Duffey, CEO and President of Tailgate Guys.&nbsp; “The Game Day Tents name will continue to exist in places for several more months as we transition them to become part of Tailgate Guys.” <br><br> “The Tailgate Guys brand will be a subtle shift for our existing customers in Tuscaloosa,” said David Harper, Game Day Tents partner and now Vice President of Tailgate Guys Tuscaloosa and Birmingham operations. “We will be the same people operating game day services at University of Alabama but now with a more robust inventory, level of service and expanded offerings by becoming part of Tailgate Guys. We are excited to join the team and be part of this fast growing organization!”&nbsp; <br><br> Tailgate Guys has partnered with some of the most respected programs in college athletics since its inception in 2009. With a growing number of athletic partners across the southeast, Tailgate Guys’ clients include: Auburn University, Georgia Tech, Texas A&amp;M University, Texas Christian University, University of Florida, and the University of Texas, as well as bowl championship partners, the Chick-fil-A Bowl and Cotton Bowl.

Through a partnership with Tailgate Guys, the leader of the tailgate management industry, The Barbasol Championship is excited to announce the launch of the TAILGATE CLUB to enhance the golf championship experience at the 2016 Barbasol Championship at Grand National, a Robert Trent Jones Golf Course in Opelika, AL.&nbsp; <br><br> Tailgate Guys will host CINCO ON 17 on May 5th from 5:00-7:00pm on the 17th hole to officially unveil the 2016 Tailgate Club at the Barbasol Championship. Guests have been invited to celebrate the unveiling, enjoy Mexican food provide by the Auburn University Hotel and Conference Center, enjoy beer from Back Forty and festive drinks from B&amp;B Bartending.&nbsp; <br><br> Tailgate Guys, founded in 2009, can be found operating premium tailgates on campuses and in bowl games around the southeast. Current partners include: Auburn University, Texas A&amp;M University, The University of Florida, Georgia Tech, The University of Texas, The Cotton Bowl and the Peach Bowl. Tailgate Guys has been providing guests with a first-class, turnkey tailgate experience for eight years, and are excited to offer the same opportunity and experience to guests of the Barbasol Championship at Grand National. &nbsp; <br><br> All tailgating equipment, which includes tents, tables, chairs and even full television packages, will be set up in advance near the 17th hole, just steps from the green. Catering and beverages will be included in the tailgate packages and will be served in the main TAILGATE CLUB tent. &nbsp; <br> "As locals to the area, we are proud to play a role in such a unique event that brings so many opportunities to the Auburn and Opelika communities. said Parker Duffey, President of Tailgate Guys. “ …..”&nbsp; <br><br> On Monday, May 9th a priority reservation period will open to guests of the Cinco on 17 unveiling event on the 17th hole at Grand National. The priority reservation period will close on May 16th&nbsp; and any remaining packages will be made available to the public.&nbsp; <br><br> Reservations are expected to fill quickly as this unique experience is limited to only 23 tailgates.