DEB-Main sponsor waives any unusual sponsorship services
Main sponsor Westminster In times of the effects of the Corona crisis, is sending a special signal of solidarity with the Deutscher Eishockey-Bund eV (DEB). The real estate company waives repayments DEB for the canceled sponsorship services that came about as a result of the suspended international matches in preparation for the canceled 2020 World Cup in Switzerland. This relieves Westminster of the burden DEB-Budget significant and demonstrates solidarity.
The Westminster group of companies with headquarters in Königs Wusterhausen - southeast of Berlin – is not only a successful family business, but also a major supporter of sport and culture and is committed to a sustainable society with numerous projects. That's why those who are sociologically inspired particularly benefit DEB-Projects “We are Ice Hockey” and “POWERPLAY 26” from the cooperation.
Franz Reindl, DEB-President: “Clear statements and support, encouragement and support without any ifs and buts are sustainably important in these very difficult times, especially for sport. In the name of DEB I would like to thank our long-standing main sponsor Westminster and especially owner Marian Ziburske. This commitment will help us move forward with our POWERPLAY 26 program.”
Marian Ziburske, partner at Westminster: "So far, we have been fortunate in our industry to have been relatively little affected by the corona pandemic. We therefore feel it is our duty to support our partners in these difficult times and to always be at their side."
Marco Sautner, Managing Director of marketing partner Infront: “In times of crisis, it becomes clear who really lives partnerships and stands up for each other – this also applies to sports sponsorship. With its actions, Westminster not only demonstrates solidarity towards German ice hockey, but at the same time shows its confidence in the success of the long-term and sustainable cooperation with it DEBWe would also like to thank you very much for your commitment.”
About the Deutscher Eishockey-Bund (DEB)
The Deutscher Eishockey-Bund (DEB) has been the top professional association responsible for the interests of ice hockey in Germany since 1963. purpose of DEB is the general care of the sport of ice hockey, in particular the promotion of the national sport of ice hockey. The DEB In addition to the national team, it organizes all young talent national teams, the women's national teams as well as the training and further education of coaches and referees. Members of the DEB e.V. are the state ice sports/ice hockey associations, the clubs/clubs of the DEL, the DEL2, the upper leagues, the women's Bundesliga, as well as the young talent leagues U20 and U17.
About Westminster
The Westminster Group, which focuses on real estate investments, has long been known in sports sponsorship and has been a reliable partner of the German national ice hockey team since 2015. Westminster, as an owner-managed family office, now operates not only throughout Germany, but also in Poland, the Czech Republic, Latvia and Canada. The group has established itself as a recognized company that gives thousands of people a home and creates lasting value with new living space.
About Infront
Infront, a Wanda Sports Group company, unites worldwide Fans and consumers at the biggest sporting events and ensures a successful all-round package at events and rights partners. With a team of over 1.000 experts in 45 offices in over 16 countries worldwide, Infront is ideally positioned to meet all sports marketing requirements - be it in the area of digital solutions, event management, sales of media rights, sponsorship or production. Infront, headquartered in Switzerland, is passionate and #AllAboutSports @infrontsports www.infront.sport/de