One-On-One

In the world of sports event planning, the stories behind the scenes are as compelling as the action on the field. The One-on-One Interview Series is your exclusive gateway to the insights, experiences, and visions of the most influential figures shaping this vibrant industry. From visionary leaders and innovative entrepreneurs to state-of-the-art facilities and the architects behind them, this series offers an unparalleled exploration of the sports event planning ecosystem.

Each interview is more than a story; it’s a blueprint for success in organizing memorable, impactful sports events. Join us as we uncover the strategies, trends, and insights that are driving the industry forward. This is your opportunity to glean wisdom from top-tier professionals and apply their hard-earned knowledge to your own events.

Stay tuned to our One-on-One Interview Series, and take your sports event planning to the next level.

Sports ETA President Sees Bright Future

Sports ETA President Sees Bright Future

John David and Sports ETA are helping rights holders overcome challenges SPG  Prior to coming on board as the new president and CEO of Sports ETA, you spent 25 years at BMX, which is commendable. What do you think about your experience that has best prepared you...

Understanding the Importance of Youth Sports Participation

Understanding the Importance of Youth Sports Participation

Play Sports Coalition movement pushes to increase youth sports participation and better understanding of its importance A lot of questions come up in regards to youth sports, and no matter what a family’s particular situation may be, many of those questions may be...

Esports Trade Association Members Spotlight

Esports Trade Association Members Spotlight

Shining a much-deserved spotlight on members within our associationShining a much-deserved spotlight on members within our associationThe Esports Trade Association is proud to highlight several of our members for their unique roles in the esports industry. From the...

A Q&A with Nick Sellers, Chief Executive Officer, World Games 2022

A Q&A with Nick Sellers, Chief Executive Officer, World Games 2022

Thirty four sports. Forty-plus VIP ticket holders and more than 70 sponsors, 3,600 athletes from 100 countries and 500,000 visitors over 10 days. These impressive numbers represent a snapshot of what The World Games 2022 will bring to Birmingham, AL, from July 7-17. But these Games mean so much more to Birmingham and its six-county metropolitan statistical area.

A Q&A with Tammy Dunn, Executive Director, Snohomish County Sports Commission

A Q&A with Tammy Dunn, Executive Director, Snohomish County Sports Commission

One of the industry’s most respected practitioners, Tammy Dunn, STS, is synonymous with sports tourism in Snohomish County, Washington. After growing up amidst the beautiful outdoors of Belgrade, MT—about 10 miles northwest of Bozeman where she graduated from Montana State University—Dunn moved after college to the greater Seattle area where she landed a job within five days.