Rita Mitchell

Rita Mitchell, Regional General Manager for Sports Facilities Companies, talks about managing some of the most complex recreation spaces in the world. Rita oversees the revolutionary Davis Center at Harlem Meer in Central Park, which transforms from an ice rink in the winter, a turf field in the spring, and a swimming pool in the summer. Rita explains the technical challenges of maintaining indoor ice in the summer, emphasizing the critical role of humidity control and high-efficiency refrigeration. From her 35 years of experience, to the intricate ecosystem-integrated architecture of Central Park, Rita offers a fascinating look at the cutting edge of facility management.