The Chief Executive Summit equips sports events & tourism executive leaders with the tools necessary to advance
your organization's mission. CEOs of sports destinations, industry partners, and sports events are invited to
learn from industry experts addressing high-level topics, including office culture, operations and leadership,
crisis management, achieving goals, and more.
- Presidents, CEOs, and Executive Directors: Leaders who shape the vision and strategy for their
organizations.
- VPs and Directors Leading Sports Tourism Initiatives: Senior professionals leading the sports
tourism efforts within their organizations.
- Board Members: This summit is an exceptional opportunity to bring key board members to deepen
their understanding of the sports tourism industry while engaging in high-level professional development and
education.
Still unsure if this is the right fit for you? We’d love to help. Contact us at
513.281.3888 or email Member Services for more
information.
Don’t miss this unique opportunity to connect with peers, gain valuable insights, and elevate your leadership
in sports tourism!
"Honored to attend the Sports ETA CE Summit in Fort Worth, TX, alongside amazing leaders in the sports industry!
Great conversations, valuable insights, and a shared passion for growing sports tourism. Excited for what’s
ahead!" - Ray Hoyt, Executive Director, USA BMX Foundation
"The CE Summit is a must for any executive level member who wishes to expand their knowledge and contacts within
the sports tourism industry. Exchanging in the opportunities and challenges we face is a unique and valuable
learning experience." - 2025 CE Summit Attendee
"Always an amazing conference to attend. The education sessions this year really knocked it out of the park.
Coming back to my destination excited and full of ideas is the best outcome possible. This one and Symposium are
part of my "non-negotiables" each year." - Joey Jewell, Executive Director, Salem Area Sports
Commission
"Overall this is a must go to event for Sports Tourism and Events Leaders to attend. The content, education and
direction of information is immediately applicable to any leader." - Terry Hasseltine, Executive
Director, Maryland Sports Commission
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