A Conversation with Nate Silver on Analytical Leadership and Risk
Kirk Goldsberry and Nate Silver
For over a decade Nate Silver has defined how Americans perceive election outcomes. In the process, he’s become arguably the leader of a data journalism revolution that has reformed how we interact with news and how probabilities shape our democracy. But, how does he view the 2020s? What opportunities does he see for the future? Why is he obsessed with how people manage risk in these crazy times?
Building Championship-Level Teams
Scott Bonneau, R.C. Buford, Adan Hernandez and Chris Ogden
What’s the secret? If it was easy, every team would be successful, but we know that’s not the case. What are the key ingredients to building a cohesive, cost-efficient and high-performing team? What are the biggest challenges to building high-performing teams and how have you dealt with those?
Name, Image and Likeness (NIL) In-Progress
Arin Dunn, David Mulugheta, Tim Nevius and Chris Plonsky
The impact of the recent change in NIL regulation has ripped through college athletics, impacting athletes, brands, and media alike, and may play a significant role in the new competitive nuances among colleges. What are the current and future impacts of these changes on college sports? What are the key things universities and players have to keep in mind as opportunities develop?
Leadership (R)evolution
Adam Cobb, Becky Hammon, Andy Loughnane and Emily Ramshaw
In your experience, how has leadership evolved over time? Society’s ill are becoming increasingly accessible and equally as divisive – how have you as a leader managed to navigate such a minefield. We are all humans and make mistakes. Even leaders. What advice would you give young people who are charting their path in this space or who have made some mistakes that are important/necessary to overcome?
The McCombs School of Business at The University of Texas at Austin is hosting the Texas Business of Sports Summit — an event for those interested in careers with world-class sports and entertainment organizations.
– Learn about all activities associated with the business of sports, including sales, sponsorships, and analytics.
– Learning and networking opportunities include keynote speakers and interactive panel sessions with academic and industry leaders.
– Topics covered include pressing issues and trends with a focus on analytics, business, and leadership.
In partnership with the San Antonio Spurs, we are excited to host these vital conversations about the most up-to-date topics in sports and business. The San Antonio Spurs have built five championship teams, broken gender barriers in the NBA, and developed generations of coaches. Like McCombs, the Spurs reach for the top and meet challenges head-on. We can’t think of a better partner for sharing insights on business and sports.
As VP Managing Director of the Global Sports Venture Studio, Kyle Bunch is responsible for leading R/GA Ventures’ sports innovation partnerships with industry leaders including Verizon, Dick’s Sporting Goods, Fox Sports, UEFA, adidas, Major League Baseball, Major League Soccer, Levy Restaurants, Angel City FC, LAFC, and the Los Angeles Dodgers.
Speaking on The Individualization of Brand
Ethan Burris is a professor of management and the Chevron Centennial Fellow at the McCombs School of Business at the University of Texas at Austin. He is also the director of the Center for Leadership and Ethics for the McCombs School. He teaches and consults on topics relating to leadership, managing power and politics, leading groups and teams, and negotiations.
Adam Cobb is an Associate Professor at the McCombs School os Business. His research focuses on how firms influence various labor market outcomes, and he has published work examining such phenomenon as wage inequality and factors that affect the time horizons used by corporate leaders when making strategic decisions.
Speaking on Leadership (R)evolution
Arin Dunn is the director of student-athlete development for UT Austin. He leads the 4EVERTEXAS Initiative, which provides Longhorn student-athletes with everything they need to be successful, including new professional attire and leadership training.
Speaking on Name, Image and Likeness (NIL) In-Progress
Since starting her own sports agency at age 22, Allison Galer has been a leader in her field. Galer received her undergraduate degree from Brown University and then launched her agency, Disrupt the Game, a full-service agency of sports and entertainment talent, in April 2012. Galer’s impressive client list includes Naismith Hall of Famer Lisa Leslie, two-time WNBA All-Star and ESPN NBA analyst Chiney Ogwumike, and many others.
Speaking on The Individualization of Brand
Kirk Goldsberry is the NYT best-selling author of Sprawlball, an NBA analyst at ESPN and a professor at the University of Texas. He has previously served as the Vice President of Strategic Research for the San Antonio Spurs, the Senior Analyst for Team USA Basketball, and as a staff writer at Grantland.
Speaking on Analytical Leadership & Risk
Andy Loughnane serves as President of Austin FC. Andy oversees all aspects of Austin FC’s business operations including community engagement; ticketing; sponsorships; marketing and communications; digital and social platforms; media distribution; merchandise; food and beverage; and stadium operations.
Speaking on Leadership (R)evolution
Ivan "The Hispanic Titanic" Melendez is a standout infielder for the University of Texas Baseball team. Melendez was selected by the Miami Marlins in the 16th Round of the 2021 MLB Draft, but has chosen to return to the Forty Acres for his upcoming junior season.
Speaking on The Individualization of Brand
Tim Nevius is a former college baseball player, ex-NCAA investigator, and sports attorney with over a decade of experience in college sports. Nevius has been involved in state and federal lobbying efforts to advance ground-breaking legislation regarding Name, Image, and Likeness for college athletes and is a regular speaker on college sports issues.
Speaking on Name, Image & Likeness (NIL) In-Progress
Chris Ogden is a former UT basketball player and assistant coach entering his first year as Managing Director of Men's Basketball. He served as Head Coach for UT Arlington over the last three seasons. He graduated as UT's all-time winningest basketball player, taking part in 97 wins for the program.
Speaking on Building Championship-Level Teams
Participate in a Q&A about working in sports with current leaders in sponsorship, ticketing, analytics, and marketing!
Professionals from the Houston Texans, San Antonio Spurs, Faust Distribution and Eventellect will be available for 15-minute conversations on Friday, Sept. 24 from 8-8:45 a.m. to help students network and break into the competitive sports business industry.
Students who attend this event will also be entered into a raffle for tickets to Texans, Spurs, and Austin FC tickets this upcoming season!
This event is limited to UT students and recent UT graduates registered to attend the Texas Business of Sports Summit.
Sign up by 11:59 PM CT on Thursday, Sept. 23
Show us your best elevator pitch with your product or idea for any sports business problem that falls within one of the topics we’ll be addressing at the summit: leadership, team building, brand, NIL, or risk concepts. The five winners will earn an invitation to a dinner with the Business of Sports Summit panelists on Thursday, Sept. 23, plus have their videos featured between panels at the event on Friday.
Submission Deadline
Tuesday, Sept. 21 at 11:59 p.m. CT
Post your video with #TxBOSS
Guidance
Your TikTok can be funny or informative — we want to see your creativity and passion for sports business! Bonus points for mentioning one of our Business of Sports Summit speakers in your submission.
Eligibility
Contest is open to UT students registered to attend the conference. Multiple students may be involved in the video, but limit to one name and ultimate winner per submission.
Winners will be notified by Wednesday, Sept. 22.
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