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. 

Register Now!

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
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

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Brian Davison

Founder & CEO, Sports Business Ventures

Brian Davison, a seasoned sports industry executive, entrepreneur, and global strategist, is the Co-Founder and CEO of Sports Business Ventures, a multi-faceted sports business platform dedicated to connecting, educating, and elevating professionals across all levels of the sports industry. Brian was previously the Vice President of Basketball Development and affairs for the Milwaukee Bucks as well as held several leadership roles at Nike across retail, product creation, sales, and marketing within the U.S. and internationally. 

 

Roundtable & Breakout Session Panelists

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. 
  • Follow Up: Grab business cards and send a thank-you email or LinkedIn message after the Summit to keep the connection alive.

I actually talked to people who are working at the levels that I aspire to be. Just being able to connect, learn from them, and start getting my name out to them was such a cool experience!
Jonathan Hodges - Student at University of Nebraska at Kearney
2024 Kansas Sport Summit Attendee

 

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