Sports Leadership Summit
Where Sports Events Leaders Level Up and Power Up
From April 14-16, 2026, the Sports Leadership Summit brought the industry’s top professionals to Louisville for three days of collaboration, fresh ideas, and impactful discussions. Attendees tackled challenges, explored opportunities, and left with strategies to drive growth and innovation in sports events. It was a summit where connections were made, ideas took shape, and the future of the industry was energized.
The Sports Leadership Summit Community
Priscilla Almeida
Vice President, Events
Las Vegas Raiders
This conference is unique in that it allows ample opportunity to connect with peers across the industry! The connections made continue to be valuable beyond the conference dates!
Behind the Scenes of Sports Leadership
This year's Sports Leadership Summit was a gathering of the minds behind professional sports' most exciting moments. For three days in Louisville, industry leaders came together to share ideas, explore new strategies, and shape the future of sports. Relive the highlights and key moments that defined the summit →
The Season’s Not Over Yet
For those ready to look ahead, the Sports Innovation Forum returns October 28–30 in The Woodlands, Texas—bringing together the minds behind the moments that move the global sports industry forward. From game-changing marketing strategies to next-gen fan experiences, this is where leaders across marketing, events, and experience design come to exchange ideas, challenge assumptions, and build what’s next.
And this year, we’re starting strong with the debut of The Women’s Summit, taking place October 27–28, an intimate gathering focused on the continued rise and influence of women across the business of sports.