IRVINE, Calif. — Drake University announced today a partnership with Paciolan, the leading mobile ticketing, marketing, and fundraising solution provider to deliver an industry-leading ticketing system to serve events for Drake Athletics including the Drake Relays. The collaboration aims to enhance the ticketing processes and overall experience for athletics events by embracing Paciolan's comprehensive suite of solutions and offerings.
 
Under the partnership, Paciolan offers enhanced ticketing options, providing attendees with a user-friendly and efficient way to access events. Paciolan's digital ticketing technology will enable Bulldog fans to purchase mobile tickets, receive them instantly via text, and scan their mobile ticket at the venue.
 
"We are proud to offer Bulldog fans a ticketing solution to enrich the customer experience through a trusted, industry leader like Paciolan," Brian Hardin, Director of Athletics at Drake University, said. "Fans will utilize mobile technology to easily access their tickets and our staff will benefit from the resources Paciolan provides to improve our relationships with our loyal supporters."
 
Fans and donors will benefit from an integrated ticketing and marketing platform powered by Paciolan. Drake will also take advantage of Paciolan's comprehensive ticketing, marketing, analytics and patron management technology to help Drake University gain insights into its fans and build personalized customer programs.
 
"We are excited to bring our innovative, ticketing and fan engagement solution to Drake Athletics. We take pride in delivering exceptional customer experiences that foster growth and strengthen connections with fans, alumni, and donors," said Deana Barnes, President of Paciolan.
 
Godrakebulldogs.com, Drake Athletics official website, powered by Learfield's SIDEARM Sports, will continue to provide secure, convenient, and integrated links to purchase tickets.
 
About Paciolan
Paciolan, a Learfield company, is a leader in ticketing, fundraising, marketing, analytics, and mobile solutions with over 40 years of experience serving more than 500 live entertainment organizations. Paciolan's technology enables the sale of more than 120 million tickets per year by powering over 160 college athletic programs, more than 100 professional sports and arenas organizations, 75 performing arts venues, and several regional ticketing partners who serve hundreds of venues. Learn more at www.paciolan.com.
 
Learfield is a media, data, and technology services leader in intercollegiate athletics. The company unlocks the value of college sports for brands and fans through an omnichannel platform with innovative content and commerce solutions.