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Sports Leadership Summit

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.

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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!

Three Days With the People Behind the Game

For three days, the 2025 Sports Leadership Summit brought together the people shaping the biggest moments in pro sports—from major brand leaders to the experts behind game day. In Las Vegas from April 22-24, we didn’t just talk innovation—we lived it. Here's what went down. →

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.