University of Memphis Selects Evolv Express® to Enhance Fan Screening Experience at Simmons Bank Liberty Stadium

The University of Memphis will use Evolv Express Gen2 to replace its prior stadium entry screening system starting with the 2026 football season.

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Evolv Express Gen2 systems will now support secure, efficient entry for Memphis Tigers fans beginning with the 2026 football season

WALTHAM, Mass.--(BUSINESS WIRE)-- Evolv Technologies Holdings, Inc., a leading security technology company pioneering AI-powered solutions designed to create safer experiences, today announced that the University of Memphis has selected Evolv Express^®, the company’s people-screening system, for deployment at Simmons Bank Liberty Stadium, home of Memphis Tigers football. Installation of the Evolv Express Gen2 systems was completed late last month ahead of the upcoming football season.

As one of the premier collegiate athletic programs in the American Conference, the University of Memphis welcomes almost two hundred thousand fans to Simmons Bank Liberty Stadium throughout the football season. As fan expectations continue to evolve and venues seek to balance security with convenience, the university selected Evolv Express as their Official Patron Screening Provider to support its efforts to streamline the arrival experience.

Evolv Express uses advanced sensor technology and artificial intelligence to help detect potential threats while allowing guests to move through security checkpoints at their natural walking pace. The deployment will replace the venue’s existing screening solution and support the university’s efforts to provide a more welcoming and efficient game day environment for Tigers fans.

“Today’s sports and entertainment venues are increasingly focused on creating arrival experiences that are both secure and convenient for guests,” said John Baier, Vice President of Sports & Entertainment at Evolv Technology. “The University of Memphis evaluated its options and made the decision to transition to Evolv Express because of our shared commitment to delivering an exceptional fan experience as well as the technical performance of the Evolv system. We’re proud to support Memphis Athletics and help welcome fans to Simmons Bank Liberty Stadium as the program continues investing in the future of game day.”

“Safety and guest experience go hand in hand,” said Tabrian Arnold, Associate Athletic Director, Capital Projects & Operations. “Evolv allows us to enhance our security screening while providing fans with a faster, more efficient entry into the stadium. It’s an important investment in creating a modern gameday experience.”

The University of Memphis joins a growing roster of collegiate athletic programs and venues, as well as entertainment venues such as Nissan Stadium, that have adopted Evolv to help support security objectives while creating more efficient entry experiences for fans. See Evolv’s online screening ticker to track how many people and bags Evolv screens in real time. Evolv’s solutions are used across some of the world’s most iconic venues, as well as schools, healthcare facilities, workplaces, and public gathering spaces.

About University of Memphis:

The University of Memphis Tigers compete in NCAA Division I athletics and are a charter member of the American Conference. Memphis sponsors 19 intercollegiate sports and has built a tradition of excellence through conference championships, postseason appearances, bowl victories, NCAA Tournament berths and the development of student-athletes who excel in competition, the classroom and the community. The Tigers have earned national recognition across multiple sports, including men's basketball, football, golf, soccer, tennis, track and field, baseball and volleyball.

Located in the heart of one of America's great sports cities, the University of Memphis serves nearly 20,000 students and is recognized as a Carnegie R1 research institution, placing it among the nation's top research universities. Founded in 1912, the University combines a commitment to academic excellence, innovative research and competitive success while preparing student-athletes for achievement beyond graduation.

About Evolv Technology

Evolv (NASDAQ: EVLV) is designed to transform human security by helping organizations detect potential threats, mitigate risk, and enhance safety using AI-powered security solutions with robust insights. Our technology has helped to create efficient and positive security screening experiences for the world’s most iconic venues and companies as well as schools, hospitals, and public spaces. Evolv’s mission is to create a safer world to live, work, learn, and play. Evolv’s advanced systems have scanned more than 4.5 billion people since 2019. Evolv Express^® and Evolv eXpedite™ have been awarded the U.S. Department of Homeland Security (DHS) SAFETY Act Designation as a Qualified Anti-Terrorism Technology (QATT). Evolv and its products have been awarded numerous awards which can be viewed on our Certifications and Awards web page. Evolv^®, Evolv Express^®, Evolv Insights^®, and Evolv eXpedite™ are registered trademarks or trademarks of Evolv Technologies, Inc. in the United States and other jurisdictions. For more information, visit evolv.com.

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Except as required by applicable law, we do not plan to publicly update or revise any forward-looking statements contained in this document, whether as a result of any new information, future events or otherwise.

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