

# Event Details

- **Event Name**: HBCU Sports & Tech Innovation Summit
- **Event Start and End Date**: Wed, 01 Apr, 2026 at 10:00 am – Thu, 02 Apr, 2026 at 01:30 pm (-04:00)
- **Event Description**: A 2-day immersive experience connecting HBCU students to careers in sports analytics, performance technology, and sports entrepreneurshipAbout this EventThe sports industry is no longer driven by instinct alone — it’s powered by data, AI, analytics, and performance technology.The HBCU Sports &amp; Tech Innovation Summit brings together students from:• Johnson C. Smith University• Tennessee State University• Howard UniversityFor a two-day, hands-on experience exploring how data is reshaping:✔ Athletic performance✔ Fan engagement✔ NIL &amp; athlete data ownership✔ Sports media &amp; information✔ AI-driven decision makingIf you’re interested in sports, tech, analytics, AI, business, or entrepreneurship — this event is built for you.WHAT TO EXPECTLive Sports Analytics Workshop (hands-on data training)Wearables &amp; Performance Tech DemonstrationsAI, NIL &amp; Athlete Data Ownership SessionSports Tech &amp; Entrepreneurship PanelResume Reviews &amp; Career LoungeInter-School Data Visualization ChallengeEvening “Tech &amp; Tactics” Networking MixerThis is not a passive conference.It’s an interactive career accelerator.WHO SHOULD ATTEND?Student-athletesSports management majorsData science &amp; analytics studentsComputer science majorsExercise science &amp; kinesiology studentsJournalism &amp; sports information studentsFaculty &amp; athletic staffIndustry professionalsDAY 1: Sports PerformanceContinental Breakfast &amp; Check-InOpening Keynote: How Data Is Rewriting the GameSports Analytics 101 (Hands-On Workshop)Lunch &amp; Learn: Inside the Analytics RoomWearables &amp; Performance TechnologyCareer Lounge &amp; Resume ReviewsTech &amp; Tactics Networking MixerDAY 2: Data &amp; DollarsData Visualization Challenge Work TimeInfo: DATA VISUALIZATION CHALLENGE -
Students will compete in teams to build dashboards using real-world sports data.
Winning team receives:
• Recognition on stage
• Sponsored prize
• Resume spotlight
• Feature in post-event recapSports Tech Startups &amp; Entrepreneurship PanelAI, NIL &amp; Athlete Data OwnershipStudent Pitch Showcase &amp; Awards
- **Event URL**: https://allevents.in/charlotte/hbcu-sports-and-tech-innovation-summit/100001983585583878
- **Event Categories**: sports, business, workshops, contests, conferences
- **Interested Audience**: 
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## Ticket Details

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- **Ticket Price Range**: min: 0, max: 0, currency: USD

## Event venue details

- **city**: Charlotte
- **state**: NC
- **country**: United States
- **location**: Johnson C. Smith University
- **lat**: 35.2433851
- **long**: -80.85579349999999
- **full address**: Johnson C. Smith University, 100 Beatties Ford Road, Charlotte, United States

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- **organizer**: B.E. Collective+ (https://allevents.in/org/be-collective/23204217)

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## FAQs

- **Q**: When is the event happening?
  - **A:** Wed, 01 Apr, 2026 at 10:00 am (-04:00)
- **Q**: Where is the event happening?
  - **A:** Johnson C. Smith University, 100 Beatties Ford Road, Charlotte, United States
- **Q**: What is the ticket price?
  - **A:** starting from 0 up to 0 USD
- **Q**: Who is organizing the event?
  - **A:** B.E. Collective+
- **Q**: What type of event is this?
  - **A:** sports, business, workshops, contests, conferences
- **Q**: Where can I find ticket details about HBCU Sports & Tech Innovation Summit ?
  - **A:** You can find ticket details about this event on AllEvents.

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