Business Awards
Atlanta United's excellence is reflected both on and off the pitch. Since its inception, the club has received numerous achievements and awards in different fields, on a domestic and international levels. Below are the awards and recognitions received by the club on the business side showcasing the club as a trend-setter and world-class organization.
2017
Award | Recipient | Presented by |
|---|---|---|
MLS Executive of the Year | Darren Eales, President | Major League Soccer |
MLS Ticket Sales Executive of the Year | Don Rovak, SVP Ticket Sales | Major League Soccer |
MLS Marketing Executive of the Year | Sarah "Skate" Noftsinger, Director Brand Marketing & Fan Engagement | Major League Soccer |
MLS Team Administrator of the Year | Manny Tejeda, Team Administrator | Major League Soccer |
MLS Marketing Team of the Year | Atlanta United Marketing Department | Major League Soccer |
Forty Under 40 Award | Ann RodrÃguez, VP Business Operations | Sports Business Journal |
AMA Marketing Team of the Year | Atlanta United Marketing Department | American Marketing Association |
MAX Marketing Award of Excellence | Atlanta United Marketing Department | Robson College of Business, Georgia State University |
2018
Award | Recipient | Presented by |
|---|---|---|
MLS Executive Team of the Year | Darren Eales, President | Major League Soccer |
MLS Public Relations Team of the Year | Atlanta United Communications Department | Major League Soccer |
MLS Ticket Sales Team of the Year | Atlanta United Ticketing Department | Major League Soccer |
MLS Club Retailer of the Year | Atlanta United Retail Department | Major League Soccer |
MLS Operations Staff of the Year | Atlanta United Operations Departmenr | Major League Soccer |
MLS Supporter Management Team of the Year | Atlanta United Community Relations Department | Major League Soccer |
2019
Award | Recipient | Presented by |
|---|---|---|
Sports Team of the Year | Atlanta United | Sports Business Journal |
Sports Facility of the Year | Mercedes-Benz Stadium | Sports Business Journal |
MLS Marketing Initiative of the Year | Atlanta United Marketing Department for "Kings Become Legends" | Major League Soccer |
Executive of the Year | Darren Eales, President | World Football Summit* |
Best Venue | Mercedes-Benz Stadium | World Football Summit* |
2020
Award | Recipient | Presented by |
|---|---|---|
National Soccer Hall of Fame, Class of 2020 | Carlos Bocanegra, VP and Technical Director | National Soccer Hall of Fame |
Sponsorship Strategy | Atlanta United Corporate Partnerships, Marketing, Digital Departments | Drum Marketing Award |
2021
Award | Recipient | Presented by |
|---|---|---|
ADDY Award Creative Best in Show | Atlanta United for the "Unity Kit" | American Advertising Federation |
2022
Award | Recipient | Presented by |
|---|---|---|
Silver Clio in OOH | Atlanta United for the Spirit of 17 Murals | Clio Awards, Evolution Media |
Bronze Clio in Design | Atlanta United for the Unity Kit | Clio Awards, Evolution Media |
eMLS Team of the Year | Atlanta United Digital Department | Major League Soccer |
2023
Award | Recipient | Presented by |
|---|---|---|
Greater Access Award | Atlanta United | Arts InCommunity |
eMLS Team of the Year | Atlanta United Digital Department | Major League Soccer |
Supporter Management Club of the Year | Atlanta United CR & Marketing Department | Major League Soccer |
2024
Award | Recipient | Presented by |
|---|---|---|
Excellence Award in Web Design & Product Development | Atlanta United | MarTech Awards 2024 - Innovation in Business |