2026 Sports Events Marketing Experience (The SEME)

Welcome to the SEME Sports Business Conference. In an ever-changing sports and events marketplace, sports marketers must stay current with the topics and trends in the business environment, as well as with relevant and timely management skills, to make successful decisions.

About SEME 2026:

The 21st Annual SEME Conference will feature over 75+ executives and experts from over 40+ organizations in 15+ different sports career fields, including top decision-makers from the NFL, NBA,MLB, NHL, MLS, NCAA, NWSL, College Sports, Action Sports, Minor Leagues, Olympics and other public and private organizations.

Highlighting Day 2 includes the impactful "Breakfast with Buffy" immersion with Buffy Filippell of TeamWork Online, the nations leading and trusted sports job placement resource.

The SEME is a two-day conference for motivated, active young professionals and aspiring students who seek the education, access and answers to learn, launch or further their career in the sports and events industry.

Additional networking opportunities available at DC Sports-A-Palooza sporting events around the SEME Conference.

How You Can Attend:

SEME IN-PERSON experience includes all access to all keynotes and panels, including networking lunches and interview opportunities.

Ticket Information: Attending with a Group of 5 or more? Contact: aW5mbyB8IHRoZXNlbWUgISBjb20= for special discounted pricing

This event has SOLD OUT every year! Don't wait to register. Reserve your spot today!

Organizations that attened Last Year :

• National Basketball Association (NBA)
• Under Armour
• Major League Baseball (MLB)
• U.S. Olympic Committee
• Major League Soccer (MLS)
• NFL Players Association
• Monumental Sports & Entertainment
• IMG
• Nike
• National Football League (NFL)
• Octagon
• NCAA
• ESPN
• TeamWork Online
• NASCAR
• U.S. Soccer
• Sports Business Journal
• Washington Commanders
• Washington Nationals
• Tough Mudder
• NBC Sports
• Pittsburgh Penguins
• Baltimore Ravens
• Madison Square Garden
• SeatGeek
• Fanatics

Pricing:

• Early Bird Pricing: $179 (Available until February 28th)
• Regular Price After 2/28: $249

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