and what's to come in 2025
The Nominating Committee is accepting applications for seven (7) open positions on the Sports ETA Board of Directors, including:
Executive Committee – Secretary/Treasurer
Four (4) Directors representing the Destination category
(3-year terms expiring June 2028)
One (1) Director representing the Industry Partner category
(3-year term expiring June 2028)
One (1) Director representing the Rights Holder category
(3-year term expiring June 2028)
Apply Now!
Key Dates to Remember
*Subject to change
Monday, December 16: Nomination Portal Opens
Sunday, February 16 @ 11:59 PM PST: Nomination Portal Closes
February 17 – 21: Review Applications & Schedule Interviews
February 24 – March 7: Interviews Take Place
Friday, March 14: Slate Finalized
Tuesday, March 25: Proposed Slate Presented to the Board of Dire...
The Sports ETA Hall of Fame represents the pinnacle of achievement in the sports events and tourism industry—a celebration of those whose dedication, leadership, and accomplishments have left an indelible mark on our field.
This is your chance to honor the trailblazers and visionaries who inspire us all. Inductees into the Hall of Fame have typically devoted decades to advancing the industry. Their contributions are not only impactful locally but resonate on national and even international levels.
Do you know someone who fits this description? Nominate them today and help us recognize the legends who have shaped our industry.
📅 Nomination Deadline: Friday, January 31, 2025
📩 Submit Your Nomination Here: https://forms.gle/4J9ZJZsEwqP9AwTr9
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CINCINNATI (January 6, 2025) – Sports ETA, the official trade association for the sports events and tourism industry, announced today a new partnership with Rico Solutions, a leader in sustainability solutions for events, to provide a suite of educational offerings for the membership of Sports ETA.
This initiative between Sports ETA and Rico Solutions launched at Sports ETA’s 4S Summit hosted in Chattanooga, Tennessee and will continue throughout 2025. Richmond Region Tourism will also partner as the sponsor of the educational courses focused on sustainability strategies that will be available through the Sports Tourism Learning Institute.
“One of our primary objectives is to discover and offer innovations in the sports events and tourism industry, and sustainability is a critical area for us to share best practices,” said John David, President & CEO of Sports ETA. “Together with Rico Solutions, we will unveil a number of educational offerin...