Mark your calendars for an exciting opportunity to connect and collaborate! We invite all state association leaders to join us for a community meeting on Wednesday, October 2, at 3 PM ET. This meeting is all about extending the conversation between State Associations and State Parks & Recreation Organizations, exploring how we can work together to support each other’s missions more effectively.
Topic: Extending the Conversation about State Associations & State Parks & Recreation Organizations: How Can We Work Together to Support One Another's Missions?
This is a great opportunity to share insights, build relationships, and find new ways to strengthen our collective impact on the communities we serve. Let’s explore how our state associations and parks and recreation organizations can unite around common goals, amplify our efforts, and create more meaningful experiences for everyone involved.
Feel free to extend this invitation to your State Parks &am...
We're thrilled to share some exciting news as we quickly approach our 32nd anniversary, just one month from today!
To celebrate this milestone and close out Fiscal Year 2024, we’re shaking things up. Rather than the usual PDF, we've crafted a dynamic and engaging video report that brings our achievements to life and offers a glimpse into the future of your association. We couldn't be more excited to share it with you, our incredible members!
In this video, you’ll discover:
Highlights of our FY24 performance and the milestones we achieved together.
Stories of impact from across our membership.
A sneak peek into what’s coming in FY25, with exciting new initiatives and opportunities!
We believe this innovative approach not only celebrates the successes of the past year but also provides an inspiring look ahead. We are proud of what we have accomplished together, and we’re even m...
Calling all Small to Mid-Market Destination members!
Please join us on Wednesday, September 11 at 3:30 PM ET for a virtual community meeting focused on Local Partnerships. Don’t miss out - tell an industry colleague!
Join Zoom Meeting
Meeting ID: 895 4263 9576
Passcode: 227836
Agenda
Meeting & Committee Introduction / Sports ETA Update
Ryan Strickland, Community Leader, Play Treasure Coast Florida
Chris O’Brien, Community Leader, Visit Panama City Beach
Millie Osguthorpe, Community Leader, Visit Ogden
Carey Harveycutter, Community Leader, City of Salem, VA
Domico Rodriguez, Community Leader, Rapid City Sports Commission
Lucas Gebhart, Community Leader, Visit Boise
Ed Carnathan, Community Leader, Las Cruces
Chip Woytowitz, Community Leader, Ocean City Tourism
Greg Gelinas, Community Leader, Buffalo...
August 29, 2024 | News Release
Hilton Named Official Hotel Partner of the Big Ten Conference
Saturday primetime football on the Big Ten Network will be presented by Hilton
CHICAGO, Ill. – The Big Ten Conference and Big Ten Network (BTN) today announced a multiyear partnership with Hilton, a leading global hospitality company, as the Official Hotel Partner of the Big Ten Conference.
Hilton will be the presenting sponsor of all Saturday primetime Big Ten football games on BTN. The Big Ten Conference will have access to discounted room rates at Hilton properties throughout the year for employees, student-athletes, and team personnel for more than 4,000 Big Ten events across the network and conference. The partnership will offer premium tickets, on-field experiences and other unique Big Ten experiences exclusively to Hilton Honors members through the Hilton Honors Experiences platform, while also partnering with the Big Ten Conference on an an...
The newest edition of the Sports ETA Playbook is now available! We hope you’ve heard the news—because, for the first time in years, we’ve also mailed printed copies to all member organizations!
If you haven’t yet, take a break and check out the Playbook, featuring record-breaking events now.
Download your copy here, and remember to share it with a colleague
Inside This Edition
Target USA Cup Draws more than 1,180 Teams for Youth Soccer Experience
AAU Junior National Volleyball Championships Score Big for Orlando
U.S. Rowing Brings Largest Youth Nationals to Sarasota
Best Practices from the USA Swimming Olympic Trials in Indianapolis
West Monroe Sports & events Center Serves Up Olympic Trials in Opening Moths of its New Facility
And more!
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August 2024
Welcome to the August 2024 Sports ETA Facility Showcase, a feature that aims to highlight the best sports facilities within our membership, showcasing what sets them apart, as their "key difference maker". This month, we're thrilled to feature the Spokane Sports' premier indoor sporting venue: The Podium, the crown jewel of Spokane's sports events and tourism portfolio.
Established in 1989, Spokane Sports has been a driving force in the region's economic development as a nonprofit organization. They play a pivotal role in attracting, retaining, and facilitating sports events across Spokane, fueled by a dynamic blend of funding sources, including a Tourism Promotion Assessment (TPA), lodging tax funds, and rental car tax revenues. This robust support empowers them to elevate sports events and tourism in the region. The showcase of The Podium exemplifies how Spokane Sports achieves their success through strategic partnership...
Sports Tourism Organization of the Year
We are delighted to introduce our top-notch keynote speakers for the 2024 4S & Rights Holder Summit. These industry leaders will share their expertise and insights on the latest trends and best practices in sports events and tourism.
Don't miss your chance to learn from the best! Register Now!
We can't wait to see you in Chattanooga, TN, November 12-14 for this incredible event!
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Are you attending the TEAMS '24 Conference + Expo, September 24-27 in Anaheim, CA? Don't miss out on the chance to earn four (4) STS credits by attending an innovative STS Certificate Course led by Vipe Desai, Executive Director of Surf Industry Members Association.
Beyond outstanding professional development, STS is our industry’s only designation signifying your commitment to continued learning in the sports events and tourism industry. It reflects your leadership in the industry, but also the investment you’ve made to increase your knowledge and propel your career and your organization forward.
Elevating Fan Engagement: The Key to Unleashing ROI for Sponsors and DMO’s
Let’s be honest. It’s a competitive landscape and delivering an exceptional fan experience is paramount to the success of any event. Join us for an insightful and dynamic session where Vipe Desai will share innovative strategies and actionable insights...
The Sports ETA Member Awards Portal opens Monday, August 5th! Don’t miss the opportunity to submit your outstanding campaigns for our two award categories:
1. Destination Branding & Marketing Campaign of the Year
2. Event Marketing Campaign of the Year
Each category will be divided based on population size:
500,000 and above
Under 500,000
The portal will remain open until September 27th, and winners will be announced at the 4S Summit in Chattanooga, TN, taking place November 12-14, 2024.
Prepare your submissions and get ready to showcase your achievements in sports tourism marketing and branding.
View Award Criteria
We can't wait to see your entries!