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LOCATION SPOTLIGHT – TRAVIS PLACE GARAGE

April 5, 2024

LOCATION SPOTLIGHT – TRAVIS PLACE GARAGE

The Art of Maintaining a Building Filled with History Since 2013, Platinum Parking has managed Kinder Morgan's parking facility in downtown Houston, known as the Travis Place Garage located at 1010 Travis Street. With 1,264 spaces, we've ensured smooth operations and exceptional service for both tenants and visitors. The Travis Place Garage is a unique property with a long history in downtown Houston: Originally opened in 1956, offering over 1,500 parking spaces Houston’s inaugural rooftop heliport Expanded in 1962 with… Continue reading →

LOCATION SPOTLIGHT – ARTIS REIT

March 5, 2024

LOCATION SPOTLIGHT – ARTIS REIT

Navigating the Parking Landscape: Platinum Parking's Impactful Journey in Winnipeg In the vibrant landscape of Winnipeg,  Platinum Parking stepped in to manage the Artis REIT property with a plan. Overseeing four parking structures and two surface lots presented a challenge with over 2,000 parking stalls catering to a mix of monthly, transient, residential, office, and event parking. All six locations are strategically located within two blocks of the iconic Portage and Main Intersection. Embarking on this journey on February 1,… Continue reading →

LOCATION SPOTLIGHT – SEATTLE WATERFRONT

January 24, 2024

LOCATION SPOTLIGHT – SEATTLE WATERFRONT

Community Impact: Platinum Parking's Strategic Partnership with Seattle Waterfront The Challenge: The Seattle Waterfront faced a significant hurdle in attracting and retaining employees, impacting the overall vitality and accessibility of the area. The Solution: Platinum Parking, recognizing the importance of community support, collaborated with the Seattle Waterfront Association to implement a multifaceted solution. Understanding that maximizing turnover and enhancing accessibility were pivotal, Platinum Parking designed special rates tailored to the needs of retailers and hourly employees. During peak hours when… Continue reading →

LOCATION SPOTLIGHT – BAYSIDE MARKETPLACE

December 1, 2023

LOCATION SPOTLIGHT – BAYSIDE MARKETPLACE

Bayside Marketplace is in downtown Miami across from Kaseya Center, the home of the Miami Heat. The property has a total of 1,200 parking stalls. It’s the number one tourist destination in Miami consisting of many shops, restaurants, a marina, live entertainment, and the best views of Biscayne Bay.  Platinum Parking assumed management of the garage in January 2019. Making an immediate impact, we have continued making improvements each year. Year 1 Gross Sales improved by 16% Year 1 expenses… Continue reading →

LOCATION SPOTLIGHT – BP SURFACE LOT

November 16, 2023

LOCATION SPOTLIGHT – BP SURFACE LOT

With Platinum Parking’s solutions, any lot can be profitable!  The BP Surface Lot consists of 26 spaces and is located in downtown Cleveland, adjacent to the Cleveland Guardians stadium (Progressive Field). This surface lot has an easement through the center of the lot that discourages utilizing the area for parking. When the property changed hands, the new owner reached out to Platinum Parking after observing us running a nearby lot. We put together a plan to operate the lot for… Continue reading →

LOCATION SPOTLIGHT – SMART FINANCIAL CENTRE

October 17, 2023

LOCATION SPOTLIGHT – SMART FINANCIAL CENTRE

Smart Financial Centre (SFC), located just 22 miles from downtown Houston in Sugar Land, Texas, is a cutting-edge indoor performance venue that has made its mark globally, ranking 7th in ticket sales among venues with fewer than 10,000 seats. SFC is renowned for its diverse array of live entertainment, from top-tier music and comedy acts to family shows, Broadway productions, and cultural performances. However, the venue faced a significant challenge: limited on-site parking spaces (2,500) for a facility that could… Continue reading →

DEI SPOTLIGHT – PLATINUM PARKING AT NPA 2023

October 5, 2023

DEI SPOTLIGHT – PLATINUM PARKING AT NPA 2023

Unlocking the Power of Diversity, Equity, and Inclusion (DEI) at Platinum Parking! Many organizations grapple with the challenge of kickstarting a DEI program. We've been there, and we're here to guide you. Our recent presentation at the National Parking Association's Annual Conference was a game-changer, packed with insights on how to embark on this transformative journey. - Why Platinum Parking's DEI Program? Because we believe it's the key to nurturing the long-term health of our organization. - It Starts with Leadership: Our… Continue reading →

SERVICE SPOTLIGHT – LICENSE PLATE RECOGNITION (LPR)

October 5, 2023

SERVICE SPOTLIGHT – LICENSE PLATE RECOGNITION (LPR)

Platinum Parking now has 8 LPR (License Plate Recognition) vehicles supporting 60 properties in markets across the country—Seattle, Dallas, Austin, Houston, and Orlando! Our LPR program supports not only your internal parking enforcement and external patrols but can also help better monetize your parking facilities. Our state-of-the-art License Plate Recognition (LPR) system makes parking enforcement effective and efficient ⭐️ Consistent patrols help maximize your revenue ⭐️ Find actual garage usage through occupancy counts ⭐️ Ensure user groups such as retail… Continue reading →

LOCATION SPOTLIGHT – VENN AT MAIN

September 5, 2023

LOCATION SPOTLIGHT – VENN AT MAIN

⭐️LOCATION SPOTLIGHT⭐️ Venn at Main | Seattle, WA Are you looking to increase revenue around your parking management operation? Our Platinum Parking team in the Pacific Northwest worked with Venn at Main to: ✔️ Maximize garage income and value by monetizing 8 Tesla Supercharging stations from a negative valuation of $(2,500) per month to a valuation of $17,500 per month. Increasing the building valuation by $3.72 Million. ✔️ Map each stall of the garage and upload individual stalls to Google… Continue reading →

EXECUTIVE TEAM SPOTLIGHT – PAUL LINDENBERGER

August 5, 2023

EXECUTIVE TEAM SPOTLIGHT – PAUL LINDENBERGER

Meet Regional Vice President, Paul Lindenberger Paul has been with Platinum Parking for 14 years and 6 months. He oversees all aspects of operations in Texas and Louisiana with a focus on client relationships, team initiatives, company growth, and financial management. A longtime member of the community of Grapevine, TX, and a proud father of a recent LSU graduate (#GeauxTigers), Paul has been honored to chair and serve on the boards of T Boone Pickens YMCA in Dallas, the LSU… Continue reading →