Call for Proposals is Now Open for Sport United Conference 2024: A Virtual Event Co-hosted by American Public University System and Policy Studies Organization
American Public University System (APUS) and the Policy Studies Organization (PSO) are hosting the inaugural Sport United Conference, a free virtual event focusing on sport and Esport management, scheduled for November 7-8, 2024. The conference is accepting speaking proposals until September 30 and will feature keynote speaker Paul Rabil, co-founder of the Premier Lacrosse League.
The event will explore topics such as name, image, and likeness (NIL), technologies reshaping sports, and coaching & athlete development. Notable speakers include experts from academia, sports organizations, and the private sector. The conference aims to foster collaboration between sport and Esport academia and industry, offering insights into the challenges and opportunities at the intersection of sports and policy.
Il Systema Universitario Pubblico Americano (APUS) e l'Organizzazione di Studi Politici (PSO) sono lieti di ospitare la conferenza inaugurale Sport United Conference, un evento virtuale gratuito incentrato sulla gestione dello sport e degli Esport, in programma per il 7-8 novembre 2024. La conferenza accetta proposte di intervento fino al 30 settembre e vedrà come relatore principale Paul Rabil, co-fondatore della Premier Lacrosse League.
L'evento esplorerà temi come il nome, immagine e somiglianza (NIL), le tecnologie che stanno trasformando lo sport, e lo sviluppo degli allenatori e degli atleti. Relatori di spicco includono esperti del mondo accademico, delle organizzazioni sportive e del settore privato. La conferenza mira a promuovere la collaborazione tra il mondo accademico dello sport e degli Esport e l'industria, offrendo spunti sulle sfide e le opportunità all'incrocio tra sport e politica.
El Sistema Universitario Público Americano (APUS) y la Organización de Estudios Políticos (PSO) están organizando la conferencia inaugural Sport United Conference, un evento virtual gratuito centrado en la gestión deportiva y de Esport, programado para el 7 y 8 de noviembre de 2024. La conferencia acepta propuestas de ponencia hasta el 30 de septiembre y contará con el orador principal Paul Rabil, cofundador de la Premier Lacrosse League.
El evento abordará temas como el nombre, imagen y semejanza (NIL), las tecnologías que están transformando el deporte, y el desarrollo de entrenadores y atletas. Oradores destacados incluirán expertos del ámbito académico, organizaciones deportivas y el sector privado. La conferencia tiene como objetivo fomentar la colaboración entre la academia deportiva y la industria de los Esport, ofreciendo perspectivas sobre los desafíos y oportunidades en la intersección entre el deporte y la política.
미국 공개 대학 시스템(APUS)과 정책 연구 조직(PSO)이 스포츠 및 Esport 관리에 초점을 맞춘 무료 가상 이벤트인 첫 번째 스포츠 유나이티드 컨퍼런스를 주최합니다. 이 행사는 2024년 11월 7-8일로 예정되어 있습니다. 회의는 9월 30일까지 발표 제안을 접수하며, 기조 연사로는 프리미어 라크로스 리그의 공동 창립자인 폴 래빌이 초청됩니다.
이 이벤트는 이름, 이미지 및 유사성 (NIL), 스포츠를 재편하는 기술, 그리고 훈련 및 선수 개발과 같은 주제를 탐구할 것입니다. 주목할 만한 발표자는 학계, 스포츠 기관 및 민간 부문의 전문가들로 구성됩니다. 이 회의의 목표는 스포츠와 Esport 학계와 산업 간의 협력을 촉진하고, 스포츠와 정책의 교차점에서의 도전과 기회에 대한 통찰력을 제공하는 것입니다.
Le Système Universitaire Public Américain (APUS) et l'Organisation des Études Politiques (PSO) organisent la première Sport United Conference, un événement virtuel gratuit axé sur la gestion du sport et des Esport, prévu pour les 7 et 8 novembre 2024. La conférence accepte les propositions de présentation jusqu'au 30 septembre et mettra en vedette le conférencier principal Paul Rabil, co-fondateur de la Premier Lacrosse League.
L'événement explorera des sujets tels que le nom, l'image et la ressemblance (NIL), les technologies qui redéfinissent le sport, et le développement des entraîneurs et des athlètes. Parmi les conférenciers notables se trouvent des experts du monde académique, des organisations sportives et du secteur privé. L'objectif de la conférence est de favoriser la collaboration entre l'académie du sport et de l'Esport et l'industrie, en offrant des aperçus sur les défis et les opportunités à l'intersection du sport et de la politique.
Das American Public University System (APUS) und die Policy Studies Organization (PSO) veranstalten die inaugural Sport United Conference, eine kostenlose virtuelle Veranstaltung, die sich auf Sport- und Esport-Management konzentriert, die für den 7.-8. November 2024 geplant ist. Die Konferenz akzeptiert bis zum 30. September Redebeiträge und wird den Hauptredner Paul Rabil, Mitbegründer der Premier Lacrosse League, präsentieren.
Das Event wird Themen wie Name, Bild und Ähnlichkeit (NIL), Technologien zur Umgestaltung des Sports und die Entwicklung von Trainern und Athleten behandeln. Zu den bemerkenswerten Rednern zählen Experten aus Wissenschaft, Sportorganisationen und dem privaten Sektor. Ziel der Konferenz ist es, die Zusammenarbeit zwischen der Sport- und Esport-Akademie und der Industrie zu fördern und Einblicke in die Herausforderungen und Chancen an der Schnittstelle von Sport und Politik zu bieten.
- Free virtual event accessible to a wide audience
- Collaboration between academia and industry in sports and Esports
- High-profile keynote speaker Paul Rabil, co-founder of Premier Lacrosse League
- Diverse range of expert speakers from various sectors
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November 7-8 Event Includes Keynote from Premier Lacrosse League President Paul Rabil
Those interested in attending can register at the Sport United Conference website for no cost.
"I am looking forward to the insights and innovations that will emerge from this event," said Dr. Brian Freeland, Dean of APUS School of Health Sciences. "We will hear from practitioners and subject matter experts on some of the most significant topics in our industry, such as name, image, and likeness (NIL), and technologies that are changing the sports landscape."
The event explores the dynamic intersections of sports, culture, policy, and business. Interactive presentations and discussions on trends impacting sport and Esport industries will be featured.
"Conference attendees get the chance to learn from the game changers," said Dr. Brittany Jacobs, Department Chair of APUS School of Health Sciences. "This 'don't miss' event fosters collaboration between sport and Esport academia and industry to pave the way for innovations in both areas."
All submissions will undergo a peer-review process to ensure they align with the event's core themes:
- NIL & Amateurism: dealmaking, player relations, ethical & legal concerns, brand building, athlete/parent preparation, Esport scholarships/earnings, and institutional stakeholders (governing bodies, leagues, universities, teams).
- Innovation – Technology and AI: reshaping the way that we view, participate, and engage with sport from performance enhancement, innovation in equipment, virtual/augmented reality, and predictive analytics.
- Coaching & Athlete Development: training, well-being, leadership, recruitment and retention of athletes and coaches.
The conference features a keynote presentation by Paul Rabil, a trailblazing professional lacrosse player, entrepreneur, and co-founder of the Premier Lacrosse League (PLL). Paul Rabil has been instrumental in revolutionizing lacrosse, bringing it to new heights of popularity and professional recognition. His session will offer a unique perspective on the impact of sports on cultural development and international relations, as well as insights on sports entrepreneurship and innovation.
In addition to Rabil, the conference will showcase speakers from academia, government, sports organizations, and the private sector. Current slated speakers include (with more to come):
- Jeremy Evans, CEO and Founder, California Sports Lawyer
- Dr. Janet Howes, Director of the Sport Management and Promotion Program, University of Saint Joseph, former Venue Transportation Manager for Olympic & Paralympic Games
- Dr. Christopher Streeter, Assistant Professor of Sport Management, Nichols College, Head Men's Soccer Coach at Westfield State University
- Dr. Barry Shollenberger, Teaching Assistant, American Military University, former Head Baseball Coach at the University of
Alabama - Phil Crisp, Program Leader for Sport Development and Coaching, University of Chichester
- Adrienne McIntire, Head Coach, and Director of Esports, Midland University.
These experts will give conference attendees insights into the challenges and opportunities at the intersection of sports and policy.
About the Policy Studies Organization (PSO)
Policy Studies Organization publishes academic journals and book series, sponsors conferences, and produces programs. It seeks to disseminate scholarship and information to serve those making and evaluating policy.
About American Public University System
American Public University System (APUS) delivers affordable, high-quality, workforce-relevant higher education. With a vibrant, diverse, and inclusive 33-year history, and over 147,000 alumni from more than 80 countries, APUS is recognized for its innovative approach to online learning1. APUS is in the top
APUS, which includes American Military University (AMU) and American Public University (APU), is accredited by the Higher Learning Commission (HLC), an institutional accreditation agency recognized by the
1APUS has been honored with the online Learning Consortium's Gomory Award for Quality Online Education and is a five-time recipient of the consortium's Effective Practice Award https://www.apus.edu/newsroom/awards/.
2Ranking based on 20-year net present value (NPV) https://cew.georgetown.edu/cew-reports/roi2022/.
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