First Name: Michael
Last Name: Bonner
Company Name: Carolina Panthers
Past Affiliations: NY Yankees, 1999 – 2013; Denver Broncos, 2013 – 2016; Notre Dame Football, 2016 – 2020
Number of Golden Matrix Award Nominations: Several
Golden Matrix Awards Won: Best Special Occasion Video, 2000
Special Events: Eight Olympics
Achievements / Innovations: Continually raises the level of professionalism to create a broadcast standard throughout sideboard & event presentation business.
Major Milestones:
- 20+ years in the industry
- Opened new stadium in 2009
Honors / Awards:
- Three World Series rings
- One Super Bowl ring
Industry Affiliations: IDEA and SVG
Way Nominee has Helped to Further the Industry: Has worked the craft of Game Presentation in Baseball, Football (NFL & NCAA), Hockey, Soccer and Olympic competition.
Years of IDEA Membership: 20
Years in the Industry: 23
Character Beyond Reproach:
I have known Mike Bonner since he joined the Yankees in 1999. He’s constantly elevated the scope of Game Presentation & Entertainment in his time with the Yankees, Broncos, Notre Dame, and now the Carolina Panthers & Charlotte FC. Along with his full-time resume he’s been part of eight Olympic games working various sports, World Baseball Classic, and other tournaments with the Van Wagner team.
He’s one of the many long-time members of IDEA who serves as a “go-to” for newer members of the industry to learn how to be better at our craft.
No matter which sport or team that Mike has worked for, he made the presentation and the team around him better. He’s a tireless worker and contributor to our industry.
Nominated by: Tim Beach, Arizona Cardinals
