In the first study of its kind measuring direct visitor spending at amateur sporting events throughout the country, a survey conducted by the University of Arizona Sports Management Program and monitored by the National Association of Sports Commissions (NASC) shows that amateur athletic events bring in an average of $208.80 in direct spending per visitor, each day of the event.
More than thirty events were surveyed in thirty-one different markets.
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At the annual symposium of the National Association of Sports Commissions with a record crowd of more than 700 in attendance, several announcements and awards were made to honor industry professionals.
NASC officials announced that it will hold its 2014 Symposium in Oklahoma City, and will return to Milwaukee for its 2015 annual meeting. The sites were unveiled during this week’s general session kickoff at the 20th anniversary meeting of the National Association of Sports Commissions. The NASC will travel to Louisville for its 2013 Sports Event Symposium.
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The National Association of Sports Commissions (NASC) is pleased to announce a new partnership with Ohio University’s Center for Sports Administration. This partnership will begin with the Spring Module of the NASC's Certified Sports Executive Program in Hartford, CN on Tuesday, April 17.
Ohio University is presenting a customized version of its graduate level course in Sports Sponsorships. The three hour session will be presented jointly by Jim Kahler, Executive Director of the Center for Sports Administration and AJ Maestas, President of Navigate Research in Chicago, IL. Jim and AJ also teach the course at OU.
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With just a few weeks left until Christmas, the National Association of Sports Commissions presents a wish list for sports executives working in the events industry from a few of the organization's members.
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The 20th anniversary edition of the National Association of Sports Commissions (NASC) Sports Event Symposium, to be held April 1619, 2012 in Hartford, Connecticut, will give attendees a hands-on experience with the Canine Cuddling Program.
Fidelco Guide Dog Foundation, a 501(c)(3) non-profit organization and New England’s only Guide Dog School, trains specially-bred German Shepherd dogs to lead people with blindness to a life of increased independence and mobility. Canine cuddling is a valuable socialization tool and key in training young dogs to explore the world and get acquainted with new surroundings and people.
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The National Association of Sports Commissions (NASC) held its annual Sports Event Symposium on April 12‐14, 2011 in Greensboro, North Carolina. The conference included the recognition of 25 recent graduates of the Certified Sports Event Executive (CSEE) Program.
The Certified Sports Event Executive (CSEE) Program, open only to NASC members, is a continuing education program provding participants with cutting edge knowledge increasing their efficiency and effectiveness in the sports event industry while enabling them to earn the designation of "Certified Sports Event Executive".
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The National Association of Sports Commissions (NASC) held its annual Sports Event Symposium from April 12-14, 2011 in Greensboro, NC. The conference included the recognition of its outstanding members during the 2011 NASC Member Awards Luncheon on April 14, 2011.
Awards were given in four categories: Member of the Year, Outstanding Communication/Advertising, Outstanding Web Site, and Outstanding Locally Created Event/Program. Submissions were divided into subcategories according to the organization’s annual sports budget. A panel of judges composed of association members reviewed a record number of entries based on the criteria and requirements outlined for each award category.
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The National Association of Sports Commissions (NASC) held its annual Sports Event Symposium from April 12-14, 2011 in Greensboro, NC. During the annual general membership meeting on Tuesday, April 12, the membership approved the proposed slate for the 2011-2012 NASC Board of Directors.
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The Nati onal Associati on of Sports Commissions (NASC) announced Engima Research Corporati on has renewed its partnership as the Offi cial Research Partner of the NASC Sports Event Symposium.
“Enigma Research has conducted delegate surveys at dozens of business conferences and the NASC Symposium’s sati sfacti on rati ngs are excepti onal.” quoted Michael Harker, Senior Partner with Enigma. “It is very clear to us that the event management uses the survey results to implement changes and improvements each year. We very much enjoy being the offi cial research partner and administering the annual survey.”
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Nancy Yawn, Director of the Round Rock (TX) Conventi on & Visitors Bureau, has been elected to the board of directors of the Nati onal Associati on of Sports Commissions (NASC). Yawn is also past-president and a member of the Round Rock Rotary Club and has served on the Texas Associati on of Conventi on & Visitors Bureaus.
Nancy is a graduate of the University of Texas with a degree in Administrati on and Marketi ng. She has taken the leadership role in positi oning Round Rock as a successful host for important sports events. These events produce economic impact through visitor spending and positi ve publicity for the desti nati on. The Round Rock Conventi on & Visitors Bureau has been focused on the sports event market since about 2003, and is recognized as one of the top host citi es in the southwest.
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