The The 18th Annual Sports Business Conference NOVEMBE 7-9, 2013 November 7-9, 2013
A GOWING CONFEENCE The 18th edition of the annual JMSM Sports Business Conference is a few short months away. Once again, hundreds of North America s best and brightest students will come to Montreal to learn from distinguished sports industry executives, such as Kevin Gilmore, Ian Clarke, John Lu and many more. Aside from interacting with professionals, you ll also have the chance to network with your fellow delegates. JMSM13 provides both a strong opportunity to broaden your sports-business knowledge and gain insights into a competitive and heavily sought-after field. The business of sports is now moving at a breakneck pace. Marketing, fan engagement and club culture have become vital to the success, or failure, of organizations. This year s conference theme, Change The Game, encompasses just that. Simply put, attending the conference will enhance your knowledge of sports business while expanding your network of contacts and granting you a competitive edge in the ever-moving landscape of modern sports.
NOTABLE PAST SPEAKES Tom Wright Julien BriseBois Dan Quinn Kevin Gilmore Priscilla Lopes-Schliep Darcy aymond Don Meehan Ian Clarke Erin Crowe
A POMINENT LINEUP From November 7th to November 9th, we will host four panels covering a wide range of current issues in modern Sports Business : The Growth of Sports Business This panel will analyze how the sports industry has risen to become such a powerful market. Living on the Wild Side This panel will discuss the growth and evolution of extreme sports and its impact on the industry today. Under the Microscope This panel will highlight the trials and tribulations sports executives face on a day-to-day basis. Fandomonium This panel will analyze the importance of creating the ultimate in-game fan experience through the lens of marketing strategies, game presentation, and promotions that all aim to increase fan engagement. Confirmed speakers include Pierre Boivin (Montreal Canadiens), Ian Clarke (MLSE), Kris Mychasiw (Sports Agent), Johanna Miller (eebok CCM), John Lu (TSN), Kevin Gilmore (Montreal Canadiens), Darcy aymond (Tampa Bay ays), Claire Zovko (Sports Law Chat), Felix ioux (IF3) and more to come.
WOK HAD, PLAY HADE To complement the sports business knowledge you will acquire throughout the conference, there will be many opportunities to network with fellow delegates. Welcome to the Holiday Inn. New year, new conference, new hotel. Situated smack in the middle of downtown Montreal, the Holiday Inn will be your head office for JMSM13 - with full amenities, the city s largest indoor heated salt-water pool, a bar, WiFi, and ice cream at your disposal. ep Your Team Night Party Since last year s was such a success, we decided to bring back a JMSM classic. It s time to put the team on your back literally. Show some hometown pride and rock your favourite jersey for a night out in Montreal. Leafs fans: wear jerseys at your own risks. You can be sure there will be no shortage of beer and team spirit. Cups will be flipped, beers will be ponged and a winner shall be crowned! Cocktail We ve laughed together, we ve cried together, we ve partied together. Break out your business cards and network with your fellow delegates and sports business professionals alike. Gala It s time to get classy. Ladies and Gentlemen, bust out your monocles and top hats, slip into that new dress, because we re taking you dapper folks to The Challenger Piazza. Located on one of Montreal s most scenic golf courses, it offers the perfect backdrop to meet, eat, and dance the night away with your fellow delegates. I would be remiss not to mention there s also a fully stocked open bar to keep the champagne flowing throughout the night.you know, if you re into that sort of thing.
TENTATIVE JMSM13 SCHEDULE TIME ACTIVITY LOCATION THUSDAY NOVEMBE 7th 12:00-5:00 egistration & Check in Holiday Inn 5:00-7:00 Networking Cocktail Holiday Inn 7:00-9:00 Opening and Case Comp. Holiday Inn 11:00- Night Out (ep your Team) Club Entourage FIDAY NOVEMBE 8th 9:00-10:00 Breakfast Holiday Inn 10:30-11:45 Living on the Wild Side Panel D.B. Clarke Theater 12:00-1:15 Growth of the Sports Business Panel D.B. Clarke Theater 1:15-2:15 Lunch Sir Winston Churchill s 2:30-3:45 Under the Microscope Panel D.B. Clarke Theater 4:00-5:00 Keynote Speaker D.B. Clarke Theater 7:30-9:00 Dinner La Cage aux Sports 11:00- Night Out Karina s Bar SATUDAY NOVEMBE 9th 10:00-11:00 Breakfast Holiday Inn 11:30-12:45 Fandomonium Panel BMO Amphitheatre 1:00-2:00 Keynote Speaker BMO Amphitheatre 6:00-7:00 Networking Cocktail TBA 7:30-8:30 Keynote Speaker & Closing TBA 8:30-10:00 Dinner Gala The Challenger Piazza 12:00- Closing Party Club Tokyo
ABOUT US The John Molson Sports Marketing Committee (JMSM) is a non-profit student organization at Concordia University. We are committed to providing students with practical knowledge about the sports industry, thus complementing their academic experiences. Our motto Business at hand, Sport at heart, encompasses the very core of our organization. We strive for excellence and innovation in all of our undertaking. For almost twenty years, we have hosted a highly reputed sports business conference. This year, we are aiming to organize another great conference by adapting our formula in order to upgrade the experience and benefits for our students, speakers, and sponsors. JMSM has a rich tradition, a committed executive team and strong links to the business community. What characterizes us most is our passion for creating a unique learning environment and promoting the field of sports business. We believe that our vision, along with the generous support of our corporate partners, will allow our 18th year in operation to be one for the record books.
EGISTE TODAY TICKET TYPE PICE Early Bird - egular $324.99 Early Bird - No Hotel $224.99 Early Bird - Concordia Student $274.99 Changethegame13.ca Questions? delegate@jmsm.ca John Molson Sports Marketing Committee JMSM_Committee