CONNECTING THE QUEEN CITY
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Charlotte Sports+Business is a networking group connecting sports industry executives in the Queen City. Since founding in 2014, we’ve grown to a community of more than 2,500 professionals who either work in the sports business or aspire to work in the sports business. Our monthly events have attracted thousands of attendees to network and listen to some of the brightest minds in our industry share their knowledge and their personal stories.
This group was founded with a benevolent spirit, an attribute that is magnified by our shared belief that we can all benefit greatly by giving time and effort to get to know our fellow Charlotteans.
WHO WE ARE >>
Charlotte is home to more than 180 companies that work in the sports industry, and dozens more professional services companies that support our ongoing efforts. Our members and speakers come from all facets of the business. Media companies like ESPN, Sports Business Journal, FOX Sports and NBC Sports; prominent sponsors such as Wells Fargo, Duke Energy, Bank of America, Novant and Lowe's; leading agencies like Bespoke, 160 Over 90, Octagon, Red Moon and GMR; major events such as the Wells Fargo Championship, Duke's Mayo Bowl, Jumpman Classic and ACC Championship; top collegiate sports management programs; sports-based nonprofits; and, of course, our hometown Panthers, Hornets, Checkers, Knights, Charlotte FC and Independence.
Our presenters are some of the best and brightest minds in the sports business. We've heard from prominent executives like Bill Polian, John Swofford, Steve Lauletta, Nick Kelly, Susan O'Malley and Danny Morrison; marketers Jonathan Gibson, Jim Bailey, Jaime Cardenas and Tamera Green; media stalwarts Rob Temple, Abe Madkour and Marty Smith; property executives Jacqie McWilliams, Nick Kelly, Tera Black, Mike Hill; athlete/entrepreneurs like Steve Smith Sr. and many more.
WHO SHOULD ATTEND >>
Anyone looking to expand their network in Charlotte and learn more from some of the smartest people in our industry - a young professional looking to jumpstart a career, an experienced executive interested in making a career change, or perhaps you're interested in offering advice and assistance from your years of experience working in the sports business.
Bring a business card and come prepared.
Upcoming Events
Jul 31st 7:30-9:00am
NASCAR Hall of Fame
We hope you can join us on Wednesday, July 31st from 7:30-9:00am at the NASCAR Hall of Fame for our next speaker and networking event. Carolina Ascent FC is one of the eight initial teams of the USL Super League, a new professional women’s soccer league set to kick off in August. We're excited to be joined by two longtime Charlotteans who are helping to bring women's pro soccer to our city.
Panelists:
Jan Ivey, Senior Vice President of Partnerships and Organizational Advancement at Ascent FC
Becky Hylton, Assistant General Manager at Ascent FC
UPCOMING EVENTS
For the last 15 years we've brought together the current and future leaders of the Charlotte sports industry. Events are free and open to the public.
JOB POSTINGS
Our members regularly share event listings, sports business jobs, news and other relevant content to our social pages. Click on the icons below to join our Facebook and LinkedIn groups.
STEERING COMMITTEE
Mike Boykin, Bespoke Sports & Entertainment
Wade Leaphart, Dick's Sporting Goods
Jon Show, Show Sports Media
Cover image courtesy of James Willamor