North Charlotte Today

Hornets Sports & Entertainment and Evolv Technology have announced a new partnership. Evolv, a security technology company, will become the Official Fan Screening Provider for the Charlotte Hornets. The company's Evolv Express® systems will be used to screen fans at Spectrum Center’s entrances. This is part of the Re!magine Spectrum Center renovation project aimed at improving guest experience.

The new system allows guests to enter without stopping for individual checks by using sensor technology combined with AI. It can distinguish between potential threats and common items like phones and keys, allowing people to move through screening at their natural walking pace. The system was tested during the NCAA Men’s Basketball Tournament in March and has now been installed at all main entrances.

“In the short time we used Evolv last year, we saw a really tremendous impact on the fan experience,” said Hornets Sports & Entertainment Executive Vice President & Spectrum Center General Manager Donna Julian. “Our guests want to get into the arena quickly so they can get their concessions, purchase merch and get settled in their seats. Evolv enables them to do that – and to do so in a nonintrusive manner with a heightened level of safety.”

John Bair, Vice President of Sports for Evolv Technology, added: “We are proud to continue to grow our presence in the Carolinas by partnering with Spectrum Center and aiming to enhance safety, security and the fan experience.”

Spectrum Center also announced a new bag policy for all events including home Hornets games. Only small clutches, wallets, crossbodies, and wristlets not exceeding 4in x 6in x 1.5in are allowed.

Both changes will take effect when Spectrum Center reopens for the Maxwell concert on October 3.

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