Global Sports Business Summit
The Global Sports Business Summit, presented by SMU and the Dallas Sports Commission, is kicking of its inaugural year with impressive panelists, keynotes, and the best sports networking you can find. Check out all our sessions for May 5th below:
Event Schedule & Details*:
May 5, 2025
8:30 AM - 9:25 AM:
Check In & Coffee
9:25 - 9:30 AM:
Welcome
9:30 AM - 10:15 AM:
Panel 1 - Streaming Wars & Sports Media: The Future of Fan Engagement
- MODERATOR:
- Gina Miller: V.P. of Broadcasting, Communications & Media, FC Dallas
- PANELISTS:
- Neil Gruninger: Founder & CEO, APMC
- Ronnie Fauss: Sr. V.P. of Business Development, Dallas Mavericks
- Spencer Markby: Sr. Director of Corporate Strategy, Endeavor Streaming
10:20 AM - 11:05 AM:
Panel 2 - Sponsorship 2.0: The Evolution of Brand Partnerships in Sports
- MODERATOR:
- George Killebrew: Chief Revenue Officer, Dundon Capital Partners - United Pickleball Association, PPA Tour, and Major Pickleball (MLP)
- PANELISTS:
- Erika Kosemund: Chief Brand Officer, Choctaw Nation of Oklahoma
- Gillian Breidenbach: Chief Partnerships Officer, North Texas FIFA World Cup Organizing Committee
- Kern Egan: Founder and CEO, Multiplier
- Paul McCormick: Vice President, Genesco Sports Enterprises
11:10 AM - 11:55 AM:
Panel 3 - AI, Analytics, & Automation: The Tech Revolutionizing Sports Business
- MODERATOR:
- Lauren Allison: VP of Insights & Analytics, Multiplier
- PANELISTS:
- Adam Grossman: Founder & Managing Director, Revenue Over And Above Replacement
- Brandon Nutting: Vice President of Data Science and Innovation, MVP
- Katie Morgan: Vice President, Business Analytics and Ticket Strategy, Texas Rangers
11:55 AM - 12:45 PM:
Lunch
12:45 PM - 1:15 PM:
Fireside Chat: Women's Sports & Broadcasting: Expanding Leagues, Revenue Streams, and Fandom
- MODERATOR:
- Angela Lang, Sr. Vice President, Media Group, Tony Fay PR
- SPEAKER:
- Greg Bibb, CEO and Managing Partner, Dallas Wings
- Brad Ramsey, Sr. Vice President and Head of Sports Rights, TEGNA Inc.
- Carolyn Mungo, President and General Manager, WFAA/KFAA
1:20 PM - 2:05 PM:
Panel 4 - Major Events: FIFA World Cup 26™, the Olympics, & the Future of Mega Sports Events
- MODERATOR:
- Monica Paul: Executive Director, Dallas Sports Commission; President, North Texas FIFA World Cup Organizing Committee
- PANELISTS:
- Chad Estis: Executive Vice President of Business Operations, Dallas Cowboys; Executive Vice President and Chief Revenue Officer, Legends
- Dan Hunt: President, FC Dallas; Co-Chair, North Texas FIFA World Cup Organizing Committee Board
- Jason Mengel: Championship Director, PGA of America
2:10 PM - 2:55 PM:
Panel 5 - The New Playbook: Private Equity, Credit & the Future of College Athletics
- MODERATOR:
- Ryan Luckey: Managing Partner & Principal, Arluck Advisors
- PANELISTS:
- Chad Hutchinson: Partner, Arctos Partners
- Damon Evans: Athletic Director, SMU
- David Schmidt: Investment Banking, Goldman Sachs & Co.
3:00 PM - 4:00 PM:
Networking Happy Hour
*Additional speaker names will be announced soon.