UPCOMING EVENTS

Sun Devil Athletics Panel

Tuesday, March 3, 2026

5:00-6:30PM

Location: Carson Student Athlete Center

Learn more about the different departments within Sun Devil Athletics!

Alumni Speaker Series: Shaquin Albrow

Wednesday, March 4, 2026

7:00-8:00PM

Location: Coor Hall, L1-88

Join us on Wednesday, March 4th for our fourth Alumni Speaker Series, featuring Shaquin Albrow!

Shaquin currently serves as the Director of Player Engagement for the Chicago Bulls, a role he assumed in July 2024. Prior to this position, he was the team’s Senior Manager of Team Services and Player Development from August 2022 through July 2024.

A proud ASU alum, Shaquin earned his bachelor’s degree in 2016, completing a double major in Business Management and Business (Sports & Media Studies). He went on to receive his master’s degree in Educational and Instructional Technology from ASU in 2019.

PAST EVENTS

NCAA Women's Final Four Forum

Monday, February 23, 2026

5:00-7:00PM

Location: Memorial Union, Ventana Ballroom

Join us for the NCAA Women’s Final Four Forum on Monday, February 23, from 5:00–7:00 p.m. in the Memorial Union Ventana Ballroom. This special event is a collaboration among the Arizona State University Sports Business Program, the NCAA, the Women’s Final Four Local Organizing Committee, and Sun Devil Athletics.

– Dynamic panel of accomplished speakers  

– FREE dinner 

– Roundtable networking with panelists and representatives from the NCAA, SDA, and the Host Committee 

– Women’s Final Four prize pack raffle

Phoenix Suns Panel & Game

Sunday, February 22, 2026

2:00PM

Location: Mortgage Matchup Center

Join us on Sunday, February 22 at Mortgage Matchup Center for an event you won’t want to miss! We’re hosting an exciting panel from 2:00-3:00pm featuring incredible speakers from the Phoenix Suns, followed by the game against the Portland Trail Blazers at 6:00pm.

Excellence in Live Events Roundtable

Thursday, February 19, 2026

6:30-7:30PM

Location: Wilson Hall 105

Interested in working in live events? Come out and join us for an evening of networking with this amazing lineup!

Flag Football Social

Sunday, February 15, 2026

6:00-7:00PM

Location: SDFC Fields

Who’s ready to play? Come through for a fun night of flag football!

Sports Business Career Fair

Friday, January 16, 2026

10:30 AM-1:00PM

Location: Student Pavilion

Join us at the Spring 2026 Sports Business Career Fair, co-hosted by the Sports Business Association and W. P. Carey Career Services Center. All W. P. Carey students are welcome to register – you do not have to be a paid SBA member to attend. However the first hour of the fair is limited to SBA members only.

Register here!

New Year, New Network Hot Cocoa Mixer

Thursday, January 15, 2026

6:00-8:00PM

Location: SDFC Fields

Come connect, network, and enjoy a cozy evening with fellow members as we start 2026 together. We can’t wait to see you there!

Career Fair Prep Night

Tuesday, January 13, 2026

6:30-8:00PM

Location: Lattie F. Coor Hall L1-20

Get ready to make a strong impression at the Career Fair! This prep night will help you:

• Sharpen your networking skills
• Perfect your walk-up pitch
• Navigate the Career Fair with confidence
• Improve your resume
• Learn effective follow-up strategies

Be sure to register on Sun Devil Central!

SPORTS BUSINESS SYMPOSIUM

Friday, November 14, 2025

9:00AM-3:30PM

Location: Student Pavilion Senita Ballroom

Join us for the 2025 Sports Business Symposium and experience a free full day of networking, learning, and inspiration as we explore the future of sports, leadership, and media rights.

Speakers

Giveaways

Don’t miss this opportunity to connect, learn, and be part of one of the most anticipated events of the year!

ALUMNI SPEAKER SERIES: JOE BERTOLETTI

Monday, November 10, 2025

6:00-7:00PM

Location: Coor Hall L1-88

Join us to hear from our third speaker of the Alumni Series, Joe Bertoletti!

THE HONDO RODEO FEST PANEL

Wednesday, November 5, 2025

5:00PM

Location: Chase Field

Join us for a special collaborative event with GCU Sports & Entertainment Business Club, featuring a panel discussion with executives from The Hondo Rodeo Fest, followed by a networking reception at Guy Fieri’s. Attendance is limited to 75 participants and spots will fill up quickly! Sign up here: The Hondo Rodeo Fest Panel: Western Sports Has Hit its Stride

Linkedin & headshots workshop

Wednesday, October 22, 2025

6:30-7:30PM

Location: Coor Hall 174

Learn how to build a strong LinkedIn profile and take advantage of a professional headshot opportunity. Sports Business Ventures will be in attendance to present The Playbook, a guide to navigating the sports business industry.

COSTUME KICKBALL Social

Sunday, October 19, 2025

6:00-8:00PM

Location: SDFC Fields

Join us at the SDFC Fields for a night of costumes, kicks, and fall fun!

ALUMNI SPEAKER SERIES: RAY ERARIO

Thursday, October 16, 2025

6:00-7:00PM

Location: Coor Hall 174

Join us to hear from our second speaker of the Alumni Series, Ray Erario, ASU Class of 2023!

GO-KARTING Social

Saturday, October 4, 2025

1:00-4:30PM

Location: Andretti Indoor Karting

Join us for our Go-Kart Social at Andretti Indoor Racing! Only 40 spots available, sign up through the SBA newsletter to secure your spot!

ALUMNI SPEAKER SERIES: STEPHANIE ARMSTRONG

Wednesday, September 24, 2025

6:30-7:30PM

Location: Coor Hall 199

Join us as we kick off our Alumni Speaker Series, featuring Stephanie Armstrong, ASU Class of 2020!

Bowling Social

Sunday, September 21, 2025

3:00PM

Location: AMF Tempe Village Lanes

Join us for the SBA Bowling Social! Don’t forget to register on Sun Devil Central and we will see you on the lanes!

Sports Business Career Fair

Friday, September 12, 2025

10:30AM-1:00PM

SBA members get exclusive access 10:30-11:30AM

Location: Student Pavilion

Join us for the W.P. Carey Fall 2025 Sports Business Career Fair on Friday, September 12. Meet top employers, network with industry professionals, and take the next step toward a career in the sports industry. Register now on Handshake.

Career Fair Prep Night

Tuesday, September 9, 2025

6:30-8:00PM

Location: BAC 324

Get ready to make a strong impression at the Career Fair! Sharpen your networking skills, perfect your walk-up pitch, improve your resume, and more!

SBSA x SBA: SUSTAINABILITY IN SPORTS

Thursday, September 4, 2025

5:30-6:30PM

Location: BA L1-21

Join SBA and the Sustainable Business Student Association to learn about how we can make sports events more sustainable. We will be hearing from Ashley Haight, Senior Sustainability Consultant at WM, who specializes in zero-waste strategies for high-profile sports events like the Phoenix Open, “The Greenest Show on Grass.”

ARIZONA DIAMONDBACKS PANEL & GAME

Tuesday, September 2, 2025

4:30PM

Location: Chase Field

Speakers:

Taylor Jones: Director, Business Analytics

Austin Young: Sr. Manager of Event Production

Ayla Acosta: Manager, Partnership Marketing

Come join us at Chase Field for ASU Night! We have an exciting panel lined up with amazing speakers from the Arizona Diamondbacks, followed by the game vs the Texas Rangers! Everyone who attends will receive a free DBacks x ASU hat.

We have a 50 person limit, so act fast as spots will fill up very quickly! There will be a link to sign up in the newsletter, and it will be first come first serve. If selected, be on the lookout for an email with more details!

Come prepared with questions for our speakers!

MENTOR/MENTEE MIXER

Thursday, August 28, 2025

6:30-8:00PM

Location: EDB 208 | Payne Hall

FOR FRESHMEN & TRANSFER STUDENTS ONLY

We’re excited to announce the launce of out Mentor/Mentee Program! If you’re a freshman or transfer student, this is a great opportunity to attend Mentor/Mentee Mixers and gain valuable insights as you begin your journey through SBA and into the industry.

This is the only mixer before the sign up deadline, so it is completely noncommittal. Mixers later in the semester will be open only to those who officially signed up for the program.

Come join us to learn more and start building meaningful connections!

WELCOME BACK TAILGATE

Wednesday, August 27, 2025

7:00-9:00PM

Location: SDFC Field

Attire: Jersey

Come hang out, meet new people, and show off your favorite jersey. Pizza will be provided, so come hungry and don’t forget to bring a friend. Attendees have a chance to win a Phoenix Suns jersey and four tickets to an Arizona Diamondbacks game.

SPORTS BUSINESS WELCOME EVENT

Tuesday, August 19, 2025

10:00AM-12:00PM

Location: MU 2nd Floor Ventana Ballroom 241

Kickstart your sports business career by connecting with current SBA students, faculty, staff, and alumni!

SBa Exec board panel

Thursday, March 20, 2025

5:00-6:00PM

Location: MU 085 Union Stage

Attire: Business Casual

Come listen to current SBA Exec board members talk about their roles and experiences on the executive board. This is a great opportunity to learn more about getting involved in a leadership position!

ATHLETICS SPRING TRAINING GAME SOCIAL

Friday, March 21, 2025

12:30 outside gate D, 1:05 game time

Location: Hohokam Stadium

Attire: Casual

Come hangout with other SBA members and watch the Athletics play the Kansas City Royales!

SBA EXECUTIVE BOARD ELECTIONS

Thursday, March 27, 2025

5:00-6:00PM Guest Speaker, 6:00-8:00 Elections

Location: MU 085 Union Stage

Attire: Business Casual

Come listen to a guest speaker, then get to vote on SBA’s next executive board! This is a great chance to get to have input on programming for the next year and make your voice heard as an active SBA Member!

Check the Newsletter for the link to signup to run for an Exec Board Position!

SPORTS BUSINESS SYMPOSIUM

Friday, November 15, 2024

9:30AM – 3:30 PM

Location: Student Pavillion – Senita Ballroom

Attire: Business Professional

Come hear from the Sports Industry’s largest names talk about some of the most important topics in the sports industry.

Keynote Speaker: Matteo Zuretti – Chief Player Experience Officer – National Basketball Players Association

11:15am-12:15pm – Panel #1: Going for Gold: The Business of the Olympics

Moderator: Avery Wright – President, ASU Sports Business Scholars, Participant, Paris 2024 Study Abroad, & 2024 Paris Olympics Partnership Marketing Intern, USOPC
Tim Hinchey III – Former President & CEO, USA Swimming
Ahron Cohen – Founder & CEO, Polar Sun Ventures
Brett Lyons – Chief Commercial Officer & VP US Marketing, ai.io
Scot Smythe – Faculty Associate, ASU Sports Business & Managing Director, Smythe Global

12:45pm-1:45pm – Panel #2: Future Trends: Fastest Growing Sports in the U.S.

Moderator: Lindsay Zienty – Multimedia Journalist, Front Office Sports
Mike Nealy – Chief Executive Officer, USA Pickleball
Stephanie Kwok – VP, Head of Flag Football, NFL

2:30pm-3:30pm – Panel #3: The Intersection of Sports & Entertainment

Moderator: Felicia Israel – Owner, Impact Learning Institute
Jon Weinbach – President, Skydance Sports (Producer of The Last Dance)
Solomon Schwartz – Head of Sponsorship & Activation, Resorts World Las Vegas
Miles Rogers – Chief Marketing Officer, Archer

SCAN THE QR CODE ABOVE TO RSVP FOR THE EVENT!

SPORTS BUSINESS WELCOME EVENT

Wednesday August 21, 2024

9:30AM – 11:30 AM

Location: BAC 116

Attire: Casual

Come learn about the sports business program, meet the professors and university staff, and come learn about how to get involved with the sports business clubs and hear from Alumni of the program!

SBA Tailgate

Monday August 26, 2024

6:00pm – 8:00pm

SDFC Field

Attire: Casual, Wear your favorite Jersey!

Come learn about how to get involved with SBA, meet other members and come have a good time! Free Pizza and cornhole tournament!

SBA ASU Football Watchparty

Saturday August 31, 2024

6:30PM

Mountain America Stadium

Attire: ASU Merch!

Come cheer on the ASU football team as they play Wyoming for the first game of the season and get to meet other fellow members!

Career Fair Prep Night 101

Monday September 9, 2024

6:30pm – 7:30pm

Location: MU 242 – La Paz

Attire: Casual

Students will get the opportunity to learn how to go about preparing and attending their first ever career fair. Come prepared to learn and bring your resume to make edits if needed!

Career Fair Prep Night 401

Tuesday September 10, 2024

6:30pm – 7:30pm

Location: MU 242 – La Paz

Attire: Casual

Students will get the opportunity to learn how to go about preparing and attending the career fair. This is for students looking to return to the career fair and look for internships and full time jobs. Come prepared to learn and bring your resume to make edits if needed!

Sports Business Career Fair

Friday September 13, 2024

10:30AM – 1:00pm

Location: Student Pavillion

Attire: Business Professional

Cardinals Game + Panel

Sunday September 15, 2024

Time: TBA

Location: State Farm Stadium

Attire: Business Casual

Students can attend the Arizona Cardinals game vs the LA Rams, and attend a panel pregame that is made up of professionals from the Arizona Cardinals.