Events
Here is a list of the upcoming and past events with the Sports Business Association in the 2025-2026 school year!
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.
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

SBA EXECUTIVE BOARD ELECTIONS
Thursday, March 27, 2025
5:00-6:00PM Guest Speaker, 6:00-8:00 Elections
Location: MU 085 Union Stage
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
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

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.

Upcoming March Events 2024
March Upcoming Events!
Some times/ dates are TBD so stay on the lookout!

Sports Business Career Fair
Friday January 19th, 2024
10:30 AM – 1:00 PM
Student Pavilion, Senita Ballroom
Business Professional Attire

Sports business Symposium




Friday October 27, 2023
9:30 AM – 3:00 PM
Student Pavilion, Senita Ballroom
Business Professional Attire
Google Form RSVP: Symposium Google Form

Career roundtable
Tuesday October 3rd
6:00 – 7:00pm
Memorial Union 242 La Paz
Business Casual
RSVP : Career Table Registration

Arizona Diamondbacks Panel
September 19, 2023
Panel 5:30 PM – 6:30 PM
Game Starts at 6:40 PM!
Casual Attire

Sports Business Career Fair
September 15, 2023
10:30 AM – 1:00 PM
Memorial Union Arizona Ballroom
Business Professional Attire

Sports Business Career Fair Prep Night
September 7, 2023
6:00 PM – 7:30 PM
BA 341
Business Casual

SBA Tailgate
August 21, 2023
6:00 PM – 7:00 PM
SDFC Walkway
Wear your favorite Sports Jersey!




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