ULM Athletics and Van Wagner Announce Long-Term Multimedia Rights Partnership September 18, 2025
Monroe, La. – September 18, 2025 – The University of Louisiana Monroe (ULM) Athletics has entered into a long-term multimedia rights partnership with Van Wagner, a leading collegiate marketing and media rights company. The agreement establishes Van Wagner as the exclusive multimedia rights partner for ULM Athletics, providing comprehensive support in sponsorship sales, brand partnerships, and fan engagement opportunities.
Through this partnership, Van Wagner will collaborate closely with ULM Athletics to elevate the Warhawks brand, expand corporate partnerships, and create innovative experiences for fans, student-athletes, and the Monroe community. The relationship will deliver enhanced value to ULM’s corporate sponsors while generating new revenue streams to support the success of the university’s athletic programs.
“ULM Athletics is excited to partner with Van Wagner to further enhance the fan experience and elevate the Warhawk brand” said Rob Bernardi, Deputy Athletics Director. “We look forward to working with them to increase the value of being a ULM fan.”
“We are proud to partner with ULM Athletics and support the Warhawks’ commitment to excellence both on and off the field,” said Mike Palisi, Van Wagner College, President. “ULM is a vital part of northeast Louisiana and the Sun Belt Conference, and we look forward to leveraging our expertise and resources to enhance the fan experience, grow the ULM brand, and create lasting value for Warhawk Athletics and its partners.”
Van Wagner brings an expansive portfolio to the partnership—already representing the Sun Belt Conference, as well as fellow member institutions Coastal Carolina University and Georgia State University, further amplifying the scope and reach of their media and marketing capabilities.
About ULM Athletics
ULM is an NCAA Division I institution in Monroe, La., that sponsors 16 sports and is a member of the Sun Belt Conference. Learn more about the Warhawks at www.ulmwarhawks.com.
About Van Wagner
Van Wagner is a premier full-service sports advertising and entertainment agency with a rich 50-year legacy of innovation and success. We specialize in creating, connecting, and selling for world-class teams, leagues, colleges, properties, and brands. As a global leader, we offer a broad spectrum of services including high-impact broadcast-visible signage in major sports leagues like MLB, NBA, NCAA, and international soccer, sponsorship sales, college multimedia rights management, and dynamic video and content production. Additionally, we are known for our live event presentation expertise in sports and beyond, and the largest fleet of aerial banners planes in the country. For more information, visit www.vanwagner.com.