UNLOCK YOUR POTENTIAL IN THE ‘FUN ECONOMY’
The worlds of sports, entertainment, and tourism are converging like never before. Las Vegas has become the global intellectual capital driving this new economy. From Friday, July 19, to Friday, July 26, 2024, in the iconic city of Las Vegas, NV, the UNLV Sports Innovation Institute will host an immersive experience designed to empower the next generation of C-suite sports executives.
Leadership in the ever-evolving landscape of the 21st-century sports industry is increasingly beyond strategy. It’s also navigating a complex global market and driving innovation to compete in a volatile economic environment. To meet these challenges head-on, emerging leaders need more than traditional management skills. A blend of strategic vision, industry insight, and an understanding of the intersection between sports, entertainment, gaming, and tourism is needed.
Enter Sport LEAP (Leadership & Executive Advancement Program), a groundbreaking initiative set to redefine sports executive education.
What is Sport LEAP?
Sport LEAP is a world-class, executive advancement experience, led by industry innovators. This seven-day immersive program is designed to inspire your unique potential to shape the future of sports, entertainment, and tourism.
What Makes Sport LEAP Unique?
- Hands-On Experience: Dive deep into the industry with immersive projects, bridging theory with real-world challenges.
- Expert Guidance: Learn directly from C-Suite executives representing industry-leading organizations such as the reigning, back-to-back WNBA Champion Las Vegas Aces, the NHL’s Stanley Cup-winning Vegas Golden Knights, UFC, Formula 1 Las Vegas Grand Prix, and the NFL’s Las Vegas Raiders.
- Networking: Forge relationships with industry innovators in multiple industries.
- Exclusive Access: Gain unprecedented insights into world-class organizations.
Why Las Vegas?
- Innovation: Experience a city where groundbreaking ideas flourish, from themed resorts to revolutionary entertainment facilities like The Sphere and Allegiant Stadium.
- Growth: Dive deep into the remarkable transformation of Las Vegas into a major sports hub, home to iconic teams, events, and experiences like Super Bowl LVIII, NHL & WNBA All-Star Games; NFL Draft, NBA Summer League, and NHL Draft.
- Entertainment Capital: Learn what it takes to thrive in the Fun Economy, where the industries of sport, entertainment, and tourism collide to create unprecedented economic opportunity.
Why Attend?
Sport LEAP offers a unique opportunity to immerse yourself in the pulse of the emerging Fun Economy. Gain insider perspectives from seasoned executives and championship franchises, and connect with global icons. Sport LEAP will provide the platform you need to elevate your career and optimize your potential.
Who Should Apply?
If you’re a rising star in sports, your team recognizes you as a great leader, your organization believes in investing in your success, you have your sights set on the C-suite level, we are looking for you!
How to Apply
Applications for the Sport LEAP will be open through Friday, June 21, 2024. Visit our official application portal, where you can showcase your passion for sports leadership and demonstrate why you belong in the inaugural cohort of sport industry trailblazers. Apply here.
Event Details
Date: Friday, July 19 – Friday, July 26, 2024
Location: Las Vegas Aces and Las Vegas Raiders Headquarters | Las Vegas, NV
Tuition: $5,000
Don’t miss your chance to unlock your potential as a leader in the global sports industry.
WELCOME TO THE FUN ECONOMY.
