The Vixi Suite | 8th Hashtag Sports Awards

The Vixi Suite

The Famous Group

The 7th Annual Awards

Nominee ✨
  • Best Use of Technology

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ABOUT THIS ENTRY

The Vixi Suite is The Famous Group’s patented, all-in-one fan engagement platform designed to turn live audiences into active participants in the event experience. 

Trusted by major leagues, teams, and global events, the Suite seamlessly integrates with existing video board and broadcast workflows to deliver real-time, scalable fan interaction across stadiums, arenas, and large-scale venues.

Its core features include the patented Selfie Cam, Mosaic, and Messages, which capture and curate fan content live for in-venue display, as well as the Vixi LightShow, an app-less, device-powered lighting experience that synchronizes thousands of fans’ phones to create coordinated visual moments at scale. 

Together, these tools help event operators amplify atmosphere, extend sponsor integration opportunities, and create shared moments that resonate both in-venue and across social platforms.By combining reliability, flexibility, and intuitive participation, the Vixi Suite consistently drives deeper audience connection while elevating the modern live event presentation.

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How does this represent "Excellence in Engagement"?

The Vixi Suite establishes a new benchmark by shifting fan engagement from isolated, one-off moments to continuous, large-scale participation that is visible, measurable, and commercially integrated. Rather than relying on traditional fan cams or passive prompts, Vixi enables thousands of fans to contribute content simultaneously and see themselves reflected in real time across video boards, LED environments, and broadcasts. This creates a persistent engagement loop that increases participation frequency, dwell time, and emotional connection compared to legacy in-game features.

It also sets a new standard for sponsor-aligned engagement, with interactive inventory that is dynamic, data-driven, and integrated directly into the live show experience. The high sponsorship adoption rate demonstrates that fan participation can be both authentic and revenue-generating without disrupting the event flow.

By prioritizing app-less, QR code driven access, real-time scalability, and seamless control room integration, this work signals a broader industry shift toward frictionless, participatory live experiences. It inspires teams, leagues, and event producers to rethink the video board not just as a display, but as an interactive canvas that turns the crowd into a central part of the storytelling.

Objective

The primary objective behind the Vixi Suite was to bridge the gap between passive spectatorship and active participation at live events. As audiences increasingly expect interactive, shareable experiences, the goal was to create a scalable platform that could seamlessly transform fan energy into visible, real-time moments inside the venue and on broadcast.

Equally important was the need for a flexible solution that could operate across diverse environments, from stadiums and arenas to global tentpole events, without requiring a dedicated app or complex infrastructure. By prioritizing accessibility, reliability, and sponsor integration, the Vixi Suite was designed to help rights holders deepen fan connection, amplify atmosphere, and unlock new engagement inventory while maintaining broadcast-grade production standards.

Strategy & Execution

The Vixi Suite was designed around the behaviors of the modern sports fan, who expects instant, interactive, and socially shareable experiences. The platform emphasizes low-friction participation through mobile-first, app-less engagement, allowing fans to join moments in seconds using their own devices without disrupting the live event flow.

From an implementation standpoint, the system integrates directly into existing control room and video board ecosystems, ensuring that fan content can be captured, moderated, and displayed in real time across massive LED displays and broadcasts. Features like Selfie Cam, Mosaic, Messages, and the Vixi LightShow were intentionally built to reward participation with immediate visual payoff, reinforcing a sense of community inside the venue.

This approach aligns with how today’s fans engage, prioritizing authenticity, interactivity, and collective experiences that extend beyond the seat and onto the big screen and social platforms.

Organizations

  • NFL (League deal)

    Miami Dolphins

    New England Patriots

    Cleveland Browns

    Seattle Seahawks

    Carolina Panthers

    Chicago Bears

    Atlanta Falcons

    Jacksonville Jaguars

    Baltimore Ravens

    New York Jets

    Tampa Bay Buccaneers

    Tennessee Titans

    Pittsburgh Steelers

    New York Giants

    Green Bay Packers

    Los Angeles Rams

    Denver Broncos

    Las Vegas Raiders

    Buffalo Bills

    Houston Texans

    Minnesota Vikings

    Washington Commanders

    Dallas Cowboys

    San Francisco 49ers

    NBA League Deal

    Milwaukee Bucks

    Detroit Pistons

    Minnesota Timberwolves

    Utah Jazz

    Portland Trail Blazers

    Cleveland Cavaliers

    Denver Nuggets

    Toronto Raptors

    Chicago Bulls

    Miami Heat

    Brooklyn Nets

    Atlanta Hawks

    New York Knicks

    Boston Celtics

    Los Angeles Clippers

    Golden State Warriors

    Phoenix Suns 

    Philadelphia 76ers 

     NHL League Deal

    San Jose Sharks

    New Jersey Devils

    Utah Mammoth

    Montreal Canadiens

    Tampa Bay Lightning

    Colorado Avalanche

    Buffalo Sabres

    Anaheim Ducks

    New York Islanders

    Toronto Maple Leafs

    New York Rangers

    Florida Panthers

    Pittsburgh Penguins

     MLB

    New York Yankees

    St. Louis Cardinals

    Atlanta Braves

    Cincinnati Reds

    Baltimore Orioles

    Washington Nationals

    Boston Red Sox

    San Francisco Giants

    Sacramento Athletics

    Los Angels Angels

    Texas Rangers

    Chicago White Sox

    MLS League Deal

    Charlotte FC
    Colorado Rapids

    Sporting KC

    Chicago Fire

    DC United

    Philadelphia Union

    Houston Dynamo

    San Diego FC

    Vancouver Whitecaps

    San Jose Earthquakes

    Toronto FC

    Columbus Crew

    New England Revolution

    Nashville FC

    Orlando City FC

    Austin FC

    WNBA Tentpole Deal

    Phoenix Mercury

    Minnesota Lynx

    Golden State Valkyrie

    Seattle Storm

    COLLEGE:

    Nebraska

    UNLV

    Georgia

    Auburn

    High Point

    Colorado

    Mississippi State

    Michigan

    Arkansas State

    Boston College

    Washington

    Minnesota-Duluth

    Maryland

    California

    Arizona State (Academics)

    Western Governors University (Academics)

    Big 10 Conference

    Big East Conference (through MSG)

    Big 12 Conference

    Rose Bowl

    Sugar Bowl

    Fiesta Bowl

    Cotton Bowl

    Duke's Mayo Bowl

    Fenway Bowl

    Rate Bowl

     

     

Credits

Matt Marcus
EVP, Proprietary Technologies & Partnerships
The Famous Group

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