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Connect Marketplace
24-26 August, 2026
Tampa Convention CenterTampa Bay, FL

Where Sports Business Scores Big

Your playbook for delivering championship-level events.

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You Can't Afford to Sit on the Sidelines

How do you create sporting events that don't just meet expectations—but dominate?

At Connect Marketplace, we don't just showcase possibilities—we redefine the playbook. Engage with destinations that transform ordinary tournaments into championship-caliber experiences. Test-drive cutting-edge technologies and event solutions that will give your sporting events the competitive edge. Network with professionals who understand the unique challenges of managing athlete experiences, spectator engagement, and competition logistics.

Your athletes and fans expect excellence on and off the field. We deliver the winning strategy.

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Connect Sports is an excellent opportunity to connect with clients and future opportunities for your destination.

Sports Track Qualifications

  • Must be a planner of a competitive sporting events or sports-themed meetings
  • Must generate 50+ rooms on peak
  • Must have the ability to rotate nationally
  • Must demonstrate a solid 2-year event history with reference
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Take Your Career To The Next Level

Connect Marketplace helps you transform your sporting events from expected to exceptional.

Accelerate Your Deal Flow

More business, less time. Our curated appointments connect you directly with suppliers who already understand the unique demands of sporting events. No generic pitches. No irrelevant solutions. Just targeted conversations with partners ready to meet your unique needs.

Capture Industry-Shifting Insights

These education sessions aren't generic presentations; they're valuable insights led by respected industry experts who understand the unique challenges of sports event planning. Get practical knowledge on current trends, innovative solutions, and best practices—directly from the leaders who shape the industry.

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Discover Tomorrow's Solutions Today

Our trade show floor showcases destinations and technologies that transform ordinary tournaments and events into unforgettable sporting spectacles. The solutions you discover here will elevate your sporting events above the competition, creating memorable experiences for athletes, coaches, and fans alike.

Forge Career-Defining Connections

Connect with fellow sporting event professionals who understand the pressure of tight tournament schedules, athlete accommodations, and spectator expectations. Go beyond exchanging business cards in our exclusive sports track networking sessions—designed specifically for professionals like you.

Ready to Register?

Join 200+ sports event pros at Connect Marketplace and accelerate your success.