The University of Miami School of Education and Human Development’s Sport Administration Program is hosting its tenth annual Global Sport Industry Conference (SIC) at the Shalala Student Center on Thursday, March 27th, 2025. This year's event focuses on the Growth and Evolution in Sport and will be highlighted throughout the conference. The event features a variety of sport and entertainment programming that includes engaging speakers and panelists as well as breakout sessions that address the most relevant issues in the ever-growing business of sport and entertainment.

Conference Agenda

9:00 - 9:30

Registration 

9:35-10:20

Keynote address: 

 Alina Hudak, President & CEO, FIFA World Cup 2026 Miami Host Committee

10:20-10:35

15 MINUTE BREAK

10:35-11:20

#WEAREMIAMI: Prepping for the World Cup 2026

  • Janelle Prieto, Chief Marketing and Community Officer,  FIFA World Cup 2026 Miami Host Committee
  • Jennifer Roche, Director of Community and Legacy, FIFA World Cup 2026 Miami Host Committee
  • Nico Zini, VP, Commercial Development, FIFA World Cup 2026 Miami Host Committee
  • Lindsey Johnson, Chief of Staff, FIFA World Cup 2026 Miami Host Committee
  • Ray Martinez, Chief Operating Officer, FIFA World Cup 2026 Host Committee

11:20-11:35

15 MINUTE BREAK

11:35-12:20

From Courtroom to Campus: NIL, Transfers, & the Shifting Sands of College Sports

  • Rodney Cox, Founder and Chief Executive Officer, Empower Gametime Collegiate Recruiting & Consulting
  • Evan Roberts, Associate AD, NIL & Digital, UM Athletics

12:30-1:45

Lunch Networking Event

2:00-2:45

The Bowl Blueprint: What It Takes to Stage College Football’s Premier Events

  • Kenisha Brown-Alexander, Founder, Brighter Tomorrow Foundation | Game Changers United Program and Former Associate at Orange Bowl  
  • Mitch Morrall, Chief Administrative Officer, Orange Bowl
  • Carlyn Tribble-Repchak, Senior Director of Events, Florida Citrus Sports (Pop Tarts Bowl, Cheez-It Citrus Bowl, Florida Blue Florida Classic)

2:45-2:50

5 MINUTE BREAK

2:50-3:35

The Creator Playbook: Engaging Fans Through Sports Content

  • Jake Marsh, Play-by-Play Broadcaster (PGA Tour) and Former Intern at Barstool Sports
  • Casz Clayton, Co-Owner at New Era Prep, Sports Reporter, Writer, Editor, Podcast Creator
  • Bianca Hock, Associate Producer, ESPN

3:35-3:40

5 MINUTE BREAK

3:40-4:25

Beyond the Game: The Growth of Player Development and Representation

  • Darrel Young, Director of Player Development, Pittsburgh Steelers
  • Mike Rumph, Assistant Director of Recruitment UM Athletics
  • Kayla Henderson, Coordinator, Player Engagement, Miami Dolphins
  • Orlando Arnold, President, CEO & Co-Founder of Pyramid Sports & Entertainment Group and a MLB & NFL sports agent.

4:25-4:30

5 MINUTE BREAK

4:30-5:15

Touchdowns and Transactions: The Business Evolution of the NFL

Closing Remarks

Networking Session

The SIC will feature engaging keynote speakers as well as breakout sessions that address the most relevant issues in the business of sport and entertainment.

The SIC will be held on UM’s Coral Gables campus in the beautiful, Shalala Student Center.

 
400

2019 Conference Attendees

 

The UM Sports Industry Conference is a "must-attend" conference for sport professionals who want to establish connections with local and global experts. The conference stimulates networking and provides updated information about the trends in sports industry.

Marcelo Claudino
CEO, TopSoccer and TopConsulting

2025 Agenda
2025 Agenda