# Event Details - **Event Name**: AccelerateVQC: The Power of Sports Tourism - **Event Start and End Date**: Wed, 11 Feb, 2026 at 11:00 am – Wed, 11 Feb, 2026 at 01:00 pm - **Event Description**: Join us in person to explore how sports tourism is changing the game and boosting local vibes!About this EventWelcome to AccelerateVQC: The Power of Sports Tourism!Join us for the next installment of AccelerateVQC, focused on the transformational impact of sports tourism on communities and regional economies. This session features John David, President & CEO of the Sports Events & Tourism Association (Sports ETA), the leading national organization advancing the sports events and tourism industry.Sports tourism is one of the fastest-growing sectors in travel, and Sports ETA sits at the center of it, guiding sports commissions, destinations, event owners, and tourism leaders toward higher performance and industry innovation. John will share insights on emerging national trends, best practices shaping the future of sports events, and how communities like the Quad Cities can position themselves for growth through Sports QC, Powered By Visit Quad Cities.Attendees will gain a deeper understanding of:National trends influencing sports tourism in 2025How national rights holders evaluate destinations and what the Quad Cities can do to strengthen its competitiveness for championships, tournaments, and large-scale sports eventsWhat event owners need from partners such as hotels, venues, attractions, and local corporations to create exceptional athlete, family, and fan experiences that drive repeat business and economic impactHow a destination like the Quad Cities can position itself for long-term growth by aligning community assets, improving event servicing, and building collaborative strategies that appeal to sports organizations and governing bodiesThe power of community, collaboration, and shared industry outcomes https://cdn-az.allevents.in/events9/banners/4fa8cd30-cf3e-11f0-86c9-2746d5ad88eb-rimg-w493-h740-dc1f1f30-gmir.jpg Agenda?: 11:00 AM - 11:30 AMCheck-in and Networking?: 11:30 AM - 12:00 PMBuffet Lunch?: 12:00 PM - 01:00 PMProgram?: 01:00 PMWrap-up and Departures - **Event URL**: https://allevents.in/moline/acceleratevqc-the-power-of-sports-tourism/100001976462013086 - **Event Categories**: sports, tournaments - **Interested Audience**: - total_interested_count: 2 ## Ticket Details - **Ticket Price Range**: min: 0, max: 0, currency: USD ## Event venue details - **city**: Moline - **state**: IL - **country**: United States - **location**: Vibrant Arena at The MARK - **lat**: 41.5076897 - **long**: -90.5203188 - **full address**: Vibrant Arena at The MARK, 1201 River Drive, Moline, United States ## Event gallery - **Alt text**: AccelerateVQC: The Power of Sports Tourism - **Image URL**: https://cdn-az.allevents.in/events4/banners/d2766847c2820a70b0cc20d2c0dbc02f46baf96fe298e050406dd6576a55b809-rimg-w1200-h646-dcffffff-gmir.png?v=1764652764 ## FAQs - **Q**: When and where is AccelerateVQC: The Power of Sports Tourism being held? - **A:** AccelerateVQC: The Power of Sports Tourism takes place on Wed, 11 Feb, 2026 at 11:00 am to Wed, 11 Feb, 2026 at 01:00 pm at Vibrant Arena at The MARK, 1201 River Drive, Moline, United States. - **Q**: Who is organizing AccelerateVQC: The Power of Sports Tourism? - **A:** AccelerateVQC: The Power of Sports Tourism is organized by Visit Quad Cities. - **Q**: Who is this event for? Is it right for me? - **A:** AccelerateVQC: The Power of Sports Tourism is ideal for professionals, entrepreneurs, startup founders, and networking enthusiasts eager to grow their connections. Whether you're a first-time attendee or a longtime enthusiast in Moline, this event is thoughtfully curated to deliver a standout experience worth every moment. 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