SEME 2026 Save the Date for March 27-28!

SEME 2026 Save the Date for March 27-28!

 

21st annual career conference set; Over 75+ Speakers from 40+ Organizations yearly

 

WHO:            The 21st Annual Sports Events Marketing Experience (SEME 2026)

WHAT:          Premier national sports career & networking conference 

WHEN:          March 27-28, 2026

WHERE:        Washington, D.C. / American University

HOST:           American University /TeamWork Online / SBA / SAM

CONTACT:   202-903-3763 or info@TheSEME.com  / @TheSEME  

INFO & REGISTRATION:    www.TheSEME.com

 

WASHINGTON, D.C. – The 21st Annual Sports Events Marketing Experience (SEME 2026) – the premier national sports career and networking conference – is now open for registration!  This flagship event will take place on March 27-28, 2026, at American University in Washington, D.C., in partnership with TeamWork Online. Registration Open November 3. Take advantage of Early Bird pricing and special discounts for groups of 5 or more. For more details and to secure your spot, visit www.TheSEME.com.

 

Experience SEME 2026:

The SEME is a one-of-a-kind conference featuring 75+ industry leaders and experts representing 40+ organizations across 15+ sports career fields. Attendees will have the chance to network with decision-makers from the NFL, NBA, MLB, NHL, MLS, NCAA, NASCAR, the Olympics, and beyond. Breakfast with Buffy: An exclusive session with Buffy Filippell, founder of TeamWork Online, the nation’s most trusted sports job placement platform.  DC Sports-a-palooza: Attend live games featuring the Washington Capitals (NHL), Washington Wizards (NBA), DC United (MLS), Washington Spirit (NWSL) & Washington Nationals (MLB).

 

A Legacy of Impact:

“Over the past 20 years, SEME has made a meaningful impact on more than 2,000+ aspiring students and professionals,” said Matt Winkler, SEME Executive Director & Co-Founder; and Program Director of Sports Analytics & Management at American University. “As the sports industry evolves through digital innovation and league expansion, SEME provides critical insights and networking opportunities that empower the next generation of leaders in this ultra-competitive field.”

 

Unparalleled Opportunities for Attendees:

SEME is designed to equip attendees with the tools, knowledge, and connections to excel in sports business. These sessions address the ultimate question for job seekers: “What Makes Me Marketable?” Key features include:

• Interactive Networking Reception
• Career Workshops and Panels
• Resume Drop / Job-Internship Fair
• One-on-One Interviews

Prominent Speakers as Keynotes, Fireside Chat, Panelists, Breakout Sessions on Timely Topics:

These Sessions provide valuable insights from industry leaders and offer a unique opportunity to explore emerging trends and challenges shaping the future of sports. Attendees can expect dynamic discussions that inspire innovation, foster collaboration, and drive strategic growth across the sports ecosystem: The Business of Women’s Sports; Evolution of Media, Communications + Social Consumption; The Ultimate Sports Job Search: Human Capital & Career Acceleration; The Big Sports Media Paradigm Shift; Navigating the Intersection of the Sports & Event Experience with Properties & Partners; Sports Consumer Technology, Biz Dev, Betting & Global: What’s next in an Explosive Landscape; Social Impact, Community Engagement & Global Grassroots Impact in Sports; The Game within the Game: Inside NCAA NIL, Athlete Empowerment & Revenue Generation; Sports Business Intelligence: Data-Driven Decision Making ; and FIFA World Cup 2026 & USA: How We Got Here & What’s Next for the World’s Biggest Event

 

A Student Run Event:

The event is proudly supported by student volunteers from American University’s Kogod School of Business Sports Business Association (SBA) and the M.S. in Sports Analytics and Management (SAM) graduate program

 

About TeamWork Online:

Since 1987, TeamWork Online has connected job seekers and employers across the sports and live events industry. Its innovative platform fosters meaningful professional relationships, advancing both careers and organizations. Founder Buffy Filippell, a recipient of the Sports Business Journal Champion’s Award, has been recognized as a trailblazer in the industry. For more information, visit www.teamworkonline.com.

 

Notable Past Keynote Speakers & Fireside Chats:

Over the years, SEME has hosted some of the most influential names in sports. For a full list of previous speakers, visit www.TheSEME.com:

Kevin Plank (Under Armour), Mark Waller (National Football League – NFL), Phil de Picciotto (Octagon), James Brown (CBS Sports), Tim Brosnan (MLB), Ted Leonsis (Monumental Sports & Entertainment),  Sunil Gulati (U.S. Soccer), Larry Miller (Nike), Gary Gertzog, President, Fanatics; Tamika L. Tremaglio (National Baasketball Players Association (NBPA), Ahmad Nasser (OneTeam Partners), Zachary Leonsis (Monumental Sports & Entertainment), Will Yoder, Meta (Instagram/Facebook), Jennifer Matthews (FanDuel) Angela Ruggiero; Olympian & CEO, Sports Innovation Lab; and Jonathan Tillman, Vice President, NBA, Tobias Sherman (WME/IMG), Ahmad Nassar (NFL Players Inc.), Ross Greenberg (HBO Sports), Mark Abbott (MLS), Christine Brennan (USA Today), Jason Levien (Owner, DC United (MLS)/Swansea City FC), Nathan Lindberg (Amazon Twitch), Matt Mirchin (Under Armour), Honey Thialijeh (FIFA), John Brenkus  (ESPN Sport Science), Geoff Bough (FanDuel), David Albrutyn (IMG), Seth Winter (NBC Sports Group), Donald Dell (Lagardere/ProServ), Kirsten Seckler (Special Olympics), David Aldridge (Turner/NBA), Jim Brady (ESPN), Tom Buesse (USA Today Sports Media Group), Dan Rossomondo (NBA), Burke Magnus (ESPN), Josh Centor (NCAA), Ryan Kuehl (Under Armour), Tom George (Octagon), Charlie Casserly (NFL/CBS Sports), Larry Jones (Fox Sports), Jimmy Lynn (AOL Sports), Dan Kaufman (SportTechie),  Dave Morgan (Yahoo! Sports), Ed Foster-Simeon (U.S. Soccer Foundation), Buffy Filippell (Teamwork Online), and the NFL Players Association (NFLPA) Katherine DeStefano, U.S. Olympic Committee, Keith Dawkins, Harlem Globetrotters, Sameer Ahuja, Seth Stephens-Davidowitz, Data Scientist, D.J. Shea, Linkedin, Andy Kauffman (NFL), Jessica Gelman (NWSL), Tatia Williams (NBA), Alex Smith (Fanatics), Andrew Bimson (Sportradar) and Geoff Kalan (PLAYFLY).

 

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