COLUMBUS, Ohio (February 14, 2024) – The Columbus Fury welcomes Nationwide as a foundational Pillar Partner for their inaugural Pro Volleyball Federation season.
The relationship, which designates Nationwide as the Exclusive Property & Casualty Insurance Partner and a Financial Services Partner, is highlighted by sponsorship of the team jerseys. Nationwide is prominently featured on the primary front location of the jerseys and will be recognized as presenting partner of the Fury’s inaugural season. The partnership also encompasses support for the team’s community initiatives.
“The introduction of the Columbus Fury is an exciting addition to Columbus’ sports scene, and Nationwide is happy to be part of this milestone moment for women’s professional volleyball,” said Ramon Jones, Executive Vice President and Chief Marketing Officer for Nationwide. “We’re proud to partner with another hometown team and showcase the talents of these world-class athletes during their inaugural year with the new Pro Volleyball Federation.”
Nationwide’s partnership with the Fury marks an expansion of its presence in women’s sports. The Fortune 100 insurance and financial services company has been a sponsor of the National Women’s Soccer League since 2021.
“Carrying the Nationwide brand on our team jersey is an honor,” said Dr. David Paitson, CEO of the Columbus Fury. “To have an alignment with a company of the magnitude of Nationwide immediately elevates the Fury brand. We are proud to be representing them and look forward to working together in this groundbreaking venture.”
The Columbus Fury visits the Orlando Valkyries on Friday, February 16 before hosting the Omaha Supernovas for the club’s inaugural Opening Night at Nationwide Arena on Wednesday, February 21 at 7 p.m. Individual match tickets are on sale now.
For more information about the Fury and season tickets or group packages, visit www.columbusfury.com and @columbusfury on social media.
For media inquiries and interviews please contact Cassie Kelley at ckelley@columbusfury.com or Justin Holbrock at justin@irvinpr.com.
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ABOUT THE COLUMBUS FURY
The Columbus Fury is a women’s professional volleyball team in Columbus, OH, and is an inaugural member of Pro Volleyball Federation, the premier women’s professional volleyball league in North America. The Fury are the sole major women’s professional sports team in Columbus, the capital city and the most populous city in Ohio, and the second most-populous city in the Midwest (behind only Chicago). The Fury play their home matches at Nationwide Arena in downtown Columbus. Tickets for all Columbus Fury matches can be purchased by visiting ColumbusFury.com.
ABOUT NATIONWIDE
Nationwide, a Fortune 100 company based in Columbus, Ohio, is one of the largest and strongest diversified insurance and financial services organizations in the United States. Nationwide is rated A+ by Standard & Poor’s. An industry leader in driving customer-focused innovation, Nationwide provides a full range of insurance and financial services products including auto, business, homeowners, farm and life insurance; public and private sector retirement plans, annuities and mutual funds; excess & surplus, specialty and surety; and pet, motorcycle and boat insurance. For more information, visit www.nationwide.com.