Nominations for the 2024 Sports ETA Hall of Fame are now open! As the deadline approaches on January 31, it's time to recognize those outstanding individuals who have made significant contributions within our industry. Induction into the Sports ETA Hall of Fame is considered to be the equivalent of a lifetime achievement award. Honorees have typically spent decades in the sports events and tourism industry; they have been leaders in the industry; and they have an extensive list of accomplishments locally, nationally, and even internationally in some cases. Why nominate someone for the Sports ETA Hall of Fame? Recognition of Excellence: The Sports ETA Hall of Fame celebrates the achievements and contributions of individuals who have made a lasting impact on the sports events and tourism industry. Inspiration and Motivation: Highlighting these exceptional individuals inspires others in the industry to aim for greatness and innovation in their own work...

We'll hear about their success in the sports tourism industry and how the city may surprise visitors. 

What it took to earn the title and what's in store to continue holding the title.

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Did you miss the Bylaws Town Hall Meeting? Don't worry – we've got you covered! The engaging and informative session from November 29 is now available for your viewing convenience here. This meeting provided Mike Price, Chief Sales and Operations Officer of Destination Ann Arbor/Ann Arbor Sports Commission and Don Dukemineer, Director of Sports Development at Decatur Morgan County Tourism an opportunity to present and explin their proposed bylaw change and allowed for an in-depth conversation and Q&A with the membership. If you have not yet reviewed the proposed amendment please do so here. Whether you were unable to attend due to prior commitments or simply want to revisit the valuable insights shared during the meeting, we've made it easy for you to catch up. The recorded session is now accessible here, ensuring that everyone has the opportunity to stay informed and engaged prior to the vote. The vote on the pr...

Did you miss our most recent event owner webinar hosted by SlamBall League? Don't worry, you can get all of the details on their 2024 events through the session recording here. “We are thrilled to announce that SlamBall League will be returning for 2024, and we are currently looking to secure a host city to serve as our Base Camp for the season. From April 25 - July 20, 2024, we are looking to secure a host venue for our Tryout Camp, Training Camp, and Regular Season run of events. We'll bring over 100 players and staff, 2,500+ room nights, and 30 broadcast event days over a 12-week period.” - Don Hardman, Venue Director There is still time to submit a proposal. Contact Don Hardman at don.hardman@slamballleague.com with any questions.

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Event webinars are making a comeback! After a hiatus, we're excited to resume our series of informative and engaging webinars designed to provide valuable insights into hosting our members events. Please join us for a webinar on Tuesday, November 28 at 2:00 PM ET to learn more about Slamball League. “We are thrilled to announce that SlamBall League will be returning for 2024, and we are currently looking to secure a host city to serve as our Base Camp for the season. From April 25 - July 20, 2024, we are looking to secure a host venue for our Tryout Camp, Training Camp, and Regular Season run of events. We'll bring over 100 players and staff, 2,500+ room nights, and 30 broadcast event days over a 12-week period.” - Don Hardman, Venue Director Contact Don Hardman at don.hardman@slamballleague.com with any questions.   Register Now

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Episode 21: Sports ETA's John David Five months into his tenure as the President & CEO of Sports ETA, the team sits down with John David to discuss his role, his vision, and the state of the industry.