From Stadium Seats to City Streets: The Sports Tourism Surge
December 10, 3:00 pm - 3:45 pm
From youth tournaments to pro championships, sports tourism is more than just a visitor driver, it’s a destination strategy. In this session, Sports ETA President & CEO John David will explore how the entire spectrum of sports tourism, participatory and spectator, can power economic impact, elevate destination branding, and build stronger communities. The session will feature a dynamic panel discussion featuring all three stakeholders of sports tourism: DMO, Facility (Parks & Recreation), and Rights Holder.
Speakers
John David
President and CEO, Sports Events & Tourism Association (Sports ETA)
Shelli Fine
Director of Sports Development, Reno Sparks Convention and Visitor’s Authority (RSCVA)
Jim Haddaway
Co-Founder and CEO, Athletx Sports Group
Nancy O’Connor
Director Parks and Recreation, City of Sparks
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