ITHACA, N.Y. — Ithaca College Athletics and Howard Hanna Real Estate Services have entered into a three-year partnership that will make Howard Hanna the presenting sponsor of select football games during the 2026, 2027, and 2028 seasons while expanding the company's presence across Bomber Athletics.
"We're excited to build on our relationship with Howard Hanna and expand a partnership that continues to bring value to Ithaca College Athletics," said
Aaron Bouyea, Director of Athletics at Ithaca College. "Their continued investment reflects a shared commitment to our community and the student-athlete experience. We're grateful for their support and excited for what's ahead."
The partnership will feature Howard Hanna branding in athletics facilities—including Butterfield Stadium and Ben Light Gymnasium—as well as on digital video boards, online and social media channels, and select game-day and team materials.
As an additional component of the agreement, Ithaca College employees will have access to real estate resources and services through Howard Hanna's Gold Advantage program.
"As the largest real estate company in New York State, we are proud to partner with a world-class institution like Ithaca College and look forward to helping its employees with all of their real estate needs," said Matt Rand, president of Howard Hanna New York. "At Howard Hanna, we believe in building stronger communities, and Ithaca College is one of the pillars of the Tompkins County region."
The partnership reflects Ithaca Colleges' continued commitment to building meaningful corporate partnerships that create value for the entire College community while directly supporting the student-athlete experience and the continued growth of Bomber Athletics.
Ithaca College Athletics extends its sincere appreciation to Howard Hanna for its support and commitment to the College, and looks forward to a successful partnership for years to come.
About Ithaca College
Founded in 1892 as a music conservatory, Ithaca College is a private liberal arts institution located on South Hill overlooking Cayuga Lake in Ithaca, New York. The College enrolls over 4,500 undergraduates across five distinct schools, blending traditional academics with hands-on professional performance and experiential learning.
About Ithaca College Athletics
Ithaca College Athletics sponsors 28 varsity sports and competes as a member of NCAA Division III and the Liberty League. The Bombers have a long-standing tradition of athletic and academic excellence, with student-athletes competing at the highest levels of Division III athletics while contributing to the campus and surrounding community.
About Howard Hanna Real Estate Services
Howard Hanna Real Estate Services proudly provides real estate, mortgage, title, and insurance services across 18 states. As the largest family-owned and -operated real estate brokerage in the United States, Howard Hanna operates more than 500 offices with 15,000 sales associates and staff. The company's proprietary Hanna Success System helps its agents achieve 53% more business than agents at the top 1000 brokerages nationally. Learn more at
www.HowardHanna.com.