Welcome to the Kansas Sport Summit
The Department of Sport & Leadership Studies at ʹ is excited to welcome you to the Kansas Sport Summit! At the Kansas Sport Summit, students, professionals, and academics in sport management and related fields will bring together a dynamic day of connection, learning, and growth. Through interactive roundtable discussions, collaborative breakout sessions, and an engaging career fair, the Kansas Sport Summit bridges the gap between theory and practice—offering comprehensive insights, spotlighting emerging trends, and creating meaningful opportunities for networking and collaboration.
The 2025 Kansas Sport Summit will be held on Thursday, April 17, 2025 from 9 AM to 4 PM at the Rhatigan Student Center, 3rd Floor at ʹ.
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Registration ends Sunday, April 13, 2025. Don't miss out-sign up today, as the space is limited! Question? Contact the Coordinator of the Kansas Sport Summit, Dr. Wonyoung Kim.
Schedule of the 2025 Kansas Sport Summit
Time | Session | Location |
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8:30 AM - 9:15 AM | Registration | Aster Lounge |
9:15 AM - 9:30 AM | Opening Remarks | Beggs East |
9:30 AM - 10:20 AM | Round Table Discussion Women Leaders Shaping Success in the Sport Industry |
Beggs East |
10:30 AM - 11:20 AM | Breakout Sessions: Navigating Trends and Challenges in Intercollegiate Athletics The Future of Sports Media and Digital Content Creation Behind the Scene: Event and Facility Management in Sports |
301 Gridley 313 Prairie 319 McKay |
11:30 AM - 12:50 PM | Luncheon with Keynote Speaker Brian Davison, Founder & CEO of the Sports Business Ventures |
Beggs East |
1:00 PM - 1:50 PM | Breakout Session: Coaching Across Generations: Strategies for Success Careers in Sports Heritage, Hall of Fame, and Museums The Rise of Esports: Shaping the Future of Entertainment |
301 Gridley 313 Prairie 319 McKay |
2:00 PM - 2:50 PM | Round Table Discussion 2 Breaking Into the Game: Early Career Insights for Success in the Sport Industry |
Beggs East |
3:00 PM - 4:00 PM | Career Fair and Ignite Interview | Beggs West |
Keynote Speaker
Career Fair & Ignite Interview
The Career Fair & Ignite Interview will offer students and professionals a platform to connect with industry leaders, explore career opportunities, and gain insights into the sport industry. Be ready to proactively participate and network!
- Do Your Homework: Research the organizations that you will communicate with.
- Bring Resume and Confidence: Have multiple copies of your resume and bring your confidence—smile, shake hands, and make eye contact.
- Elevator Pitch Ready: Prepare a quick 30-second intro about you and your experience and interest.
- Professional Attire: Business casual or more professional attire is required.
- LinkedIn Ready: Update your Linkedin account and reflect your education and experience.
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Follow Up: Grab business cards and send a thank-you email or LinkedIn message after the Summit to keep the connection alive.
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