What We Do

WHAT WE DO

Owner-Focused Venue Advisory Services

Red Dog Advisors assists venue and team owners in navigating the planning, design, construction, and operational readiness of arena and stadium projects. Drawing on decades of hands-on leadership experience, the firm provides strategic guidance through the lens of an operator—helping ensure facilities are designed to perform from day one and succeed long term.

Venue Design & Development Advisory

Red Dog Advisors works with developing arena and stadium projects to:

Optimize design functionality
Improve operational efficiency
Enhance revenue generation opportunities
Support decision-making during planning and construction

This approach helps owners align design choices with real-world operational needs.

Pre-Opening & Operational Planning

Jay Cooper has directed and executed pre-opening planning for newly built and renovated stadiums and arenas, including:

Program development
Operations management
Staff planning, training, and readiness

Recent projects include Movistar Arena (Buenos Aires) and Antel Arena (Montevideo), along with major venues such as Allegiant Stadium, Fiserv Forum, Rogers Place, Prudential Center, and others across North America, Europe, South America, and Asia.

Global Venue Consulting

Through senior leadership roles with AEG Global Solutions, Jay has led projects on four continents and in eight countries, supporting venues at every stage of their lifecycle. Services included fully integrated operational solutions and customized strategies designed to improve performance, maximize returns, and optimize revenue potential.

Specialized Operational Expertise

In addition to venue management and development, Jay has worked directly on enterprise-wide supporting programs, including:

Security planning
Sustainability initiatives
Energy management
Post-COVID-19 operational recovery

These experiences mold Red Dog Advisors’ practical, operator-driven approach to partnering with venue owners and the owner’s development team