Your industry peers have started requesting and accepting appointments in the 2024 Sports ETA Symposium Appointment Portal. Don’t wait another day to get registered and begin your appointment requests!
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One-on-One Pre-Scheduled Appointments
Meet face-to-face with sports destinations, event rights holders, and industry partners during pre-scheduled one-on-one appointments. The list of registered organizations grows every day, so check back often for an up-to-date list! The Appointment Portal, sponsored by Meet Boston, closes on April 1!
BWH Hotels presents the First Time Attendee Reception before the Opening Party on Monday, April 22 as we introduce the association and what can be expected throughout the week in Portland. First timers will have the opportunity to network amongst other first timers and industry veterans!
4:00 PM - 5:00 PM PT
Hotel Eastlund, Cosmopolitan Ballroom
NEW THIS YEAR! Thanks to our sponsor...
SAN JOSE (February 22, 2024) — The 2024 Sports ETA Chief Executive Summit, the intersection of sports leadership and technology, wrapped up here yesterday and shattered records with an unprecedented turnout of the top leaders in the sports events and tourism industry. Hosted by the San Jose Sports Authority, it wasn't just an event – it was a pulsating celebration of the synergy between sports tourism, professional development, and the transformative impact on communities and economies.
Sports events and tourism leaders representing CVBs, sports commissions, rights holders, and industry partners gathered from February 20 and 21 to share trends and learn best practices on various topics, including technology, business, and management. Attendees enjoyed an evening at the SAP Center, where they were surprised with an appearance by NFL legend and Hall of Famer Ronnie Lott. Not only did he pass around his impressive collection of rings, but he also shared the im...
On Wednesday, February 21 at 2 PM ET Don Staley shared what it will take to host the Gulf Coast Athletic Conference 2025 Women's Softball Championship. The GCAC is a member of the National Association of Intercollegiate Athletics (NAIA). The conference is made up of members representing Historically Black Colleges and Universities (HBCUs) and is only one of five in the United States across all intercollegiate sports made up of HBCU institutions.
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The Sports ETA Sports Legacy Fund awards an annual grant and sports equipment donation to an organization in need in the host city of the Symposium. We are proud to announce we have donated over $200,000 to programs in need, since the Sports Legacy Fund was established in 2003.
The program was originally developed by the St. Petersburg/ Clearwater Sports Commission as an equipment donation program. The Sports Legacy Fund is a way for members of the sports events and tourism industry to make a personal and lasting impact on the lives of underprivileged youth sports programs throughout the country.
An emphasis is placed on donations to not-for profit organizations that provide individuals, particularly at-risk youth, veterans, or physically or intellectually disabled individuals, opportunities to participate in sport and encourage healthy lifestyles. This contribution is part of the legacy the Sports ETA leaves in each host city.
2024 BENEFICIARY: SHE FLIES
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Learn from Frank as he chats about his experience (decades!) in the sports tourism industry and his advice for teams and small towns!
For Release Feb. 12, 2024
Delaware Tourism Office
Contact: Allyson Ennis, Allyson.Ennis@Delaware.gov
Delaware Tourism Office Launches the Delaware Sports Tourism Capital Investment Fund
Applications Accepted Beginning March 1
DOVER, Del. (February 12, 2024) – Today, the Delaware Tourism Office announced it will begin accepting applications on March 1, 2024 for the Sports Tourism Capital Investment Fund. Established through the FY24 Bond and Capital Improvements Act, the fund provides financial support to new or existing sports facilities that hold events throughout the year to attract out-of-state visitors and contribute to the state and local economy.
“Sports tourism is a growing industry in our state and the surrounding region, with millions of dollars spent each year by event participants, their families, and other attendees,” said Governor John Carney. “This fundwill help keep Delaware’s sports tourism industry compe...
Join us on Wednesday, February 21 at 2 PM ET as Don Staley shares what it will take to host the Gulf Coast Athletic Conference 2025 Women's Softball Championship. Register Now.
The GCAC would like to host this event in a southeastern city of the United States ideally from April 15-19 or 23-27, 2025 (potential dates).
The Host Requirements include:
Complimentary rental of college regulation softball stadium/complex
Hospitality Area for Staff and Officials
Scoreboard Operator and Statistician
Coordinate Athletic Trainers
Host Press Conference prior to Championship
EMS/Ambulance-add on site.
Seven (7) Staff Hotel Rooms for Six (6) Nights
Welcome reception for up to 250 guests.
Bid Fee of $12,000 (negotiable) to the GCAC.
Group booking rates for GCAC member institutions.
Public Relations/Marketing- create excitement to get attendance at games.
Create a Local Organizing Committee to mobilize community support for event.
In connection wi...