Jordan Enke
Jordan Enke is the Senior Vice President of Stadium Operations at Austin FC, where he oversees a wide range of responsibilities that ensure the seamless functioning of Q2 Stadium in Austin, Texas. His areas of leadership include general operations, safety and security, event booking, facility management, groundskeeping, food and beverage services, event and guest services, parking and mobility solutions, and sustainability initiatives. Jordan has been with Austin FC since 2019, playing a pivotal role as one of the initial members of the club's front office. During the pre-construction phase of Q2 Stadium and St. David’s Performance Center, Jordan led key initiatives, including site selection and the transition into design and construction. Since the stadium's opening in 2021, he has successfully secured several high-profile events, such as the opening of Q2 Stadium with the US Women’s National Team match against Nigeria, a Gold Cup Semi-Final featuring the US Men’s National Team (USMNT) vs. Qatar, and Texas' first-ever World Cup Qualifier (USMNT vs. Jamaica). Under his leadership, Q2 Stadium has continued to host marquee events, including the first stadium concert in 2022 featuring Austin icon Willie Nelson, additional USMNT/USWNT matches, International Friendlies, Copa América, Gold Cup, concerts, and the 2025 MLS All-Star Week.
Beyond hosting major events, Q2 Stadium has received numerous accolades under Jordan’s stewardship. In 2024, it became the first soccer-specific stadium globally to achieve TRUE Gold certification for net-zero waste, in addition to earning LEED Gold certification from the U.S. Green Building Council. Additionally, Q2 Stadium has been recognized by the Green Sports Alliance as a Waste Leader (2023 and 2024) and an Energy Player (2023). Q2 Stadium has also received industry recognition, including the 2021 Outstanding Construction Award from the Associated General Contractors (Austin Chapter), a 2021 Sports Business Awards nomination for Team of the Year, and the 2021 ULI Austin Impact Award for Most Influential Project. The stadium has also been voted Best Sports Venue by Austin Chronicle readers and named Best Atmosphere and Best Field by the Major League Soccer Players Association in 2022. Given his experience, he has contributed to various peer reviews of new stadiums being built across the US as well as sharing insights internationally with development groups from Mexico and Canada.
Before joining Austin FC, Jordan Enke spent over eight years in Columbus, where he led operations for the Columbus Crew. During his tenure, he oversaw significant milestones, including renovations to the team’s training facility and the successful hosting of major events such as the MLS Cup 2015, US Men's National Team World Cup Qualifiers, numerous concerts, international friendlies, and other high-profile events. Jordan also served as the site director for Rock on the Range, America’s largest rock music festival. Jordan earned his Bachelor of Science in Sport Management, with minors in Business and Communications, from West Virginia University, graduating Magna Cum Laude in 2010. He furthered his professional credentials by obtaining the Facility Management Professional (FMP) certification in 2015. Jordan regularly offers opportunities to speak with groups of students and industry professionals to share his experience and insights.