Inspire & Empower
Our purpose is to inspire and empower organizations to maximize the value of investments that advance communities.
CENTERS is a professional management firm that specializes in facility and operations management for colleges, universities, and other non-profit entities. We partner with mission-centric entities to manage their departments, facilities, finances, programs, and overall day-to-day operations. We manage and consult on a variety of campus centers that encompass sports venues, recreation and wellness facilities, student centers, performing arts venues, conference facilities, and more.
The CENTERS Approach
Our approach resonates with our clients and staff because we are driven by our clients’ mission and our passion for higher education. We balance the advantages of economies of scale from managing over one million square feet in our portfolio while delivering tangible results and a customized operating approach.
Founded in 1998, CENTERS was the first company in the United States formed for the sole purpose of providing management services for university recreation, fitness, and wellness facilities. Our focus is on student life, educational outcomes, market responsiveness, mission sensitivity, and cost-effectiveness. As a natural evolution of our unique management approach, CENTERS expanded into the management and planning of other campus centers such as competitive sports venues, arenas, multi-purpose venues, and student centers.
Unlike any other firm in the industry, CENTERS’ management expertise and strong technical knowledge across a broad range of issues and activities allow us to provide our clients with management services that produce operational efficiencies, cost savings, and revenue-producing programs and services when appropriate, while contributing to vibrant communities. We seamlessly integrate into our client’s environment to promote their mission and enhance customer experience.
We are proud to be recognized as the premier campus center management firm.
#1 in Campus Center Management for 25 Years
Established in 1998 by Brailsford & Dunlavey, CENTERS was the first company in the U.S. to provide campus center management services. We provide management and consulting services for campus centers including sports venues, recreation and wellness facilities, student centers, performing arts venues, conference facilities, and more.