个人介绍： A scholar and practitioner in sports science and adapted physical activity, holding a Ph.D. in Sports Science (University of Kwazulu-Natal, South Africa, 2024) with a focus on eccentric exercise for rheumatoid arthritis management. He also earned two Master’s degrees in Adapted Physical Activity—one from Katholieke Universiteit Leuven (Belgium, 2009) and another via an Erasmus Mundus exchange at the Norwegian School of Sports Science (2008)—plus a Bachelor’s in Physical and Health Education (Obafemi Awolowo University, Nigeria, 2002). Currently, he serves as a Lecturer in Health and Physical Education at King Fahd University of Petroleum and Minerals (KFUPM, Saudi Arabia, 2021–present), teaching PE courses (PE 101, 001, 002), coaching football/basketball/badminton/squash, and leading the university’s football team. He also acts as an International Baccalaureate (IB) Examiner for Exercise Science (2023–present).

个人介绍： A Nigerian scholar and academic leader in Sports Management and Administration, currently a Full Professor (CONUASS 07/10) in the Department of Human Kinetics and Health Education, Faculty of Education, Ahmadu Bello University (ABU), Zaria—one of Nigeria’s top public universities. With a career spanning over 30 years, he holds a PhD in Sports Management (ABU, 2014), an M.Sc.Ed. in Physical and Health Education/Sport Management (Bayero University, Kano, 2008), and a B.Ed. in Physical and Health Education (ABU, 1988), complemented by professional qualifications like the Nigerian Certificate in Education (NCE). His expertise centers on Nigerian sports system development, with research focusing on physical education curriculum implementation, sports facility utilization, women’s sports participation, and innovative technology in sports officiating. As an educator, he teaches over 30 undergraduate and graduate courses (e.g., Sports Marketing, Advanced Sports Administration, Sports Psychology) and has supervised 6

个人介绍： A graduate student in Sport Management (Master’s projected completion: May 2025) at the University of Southern Indiana (USI), holding a B.S. in Sport Management (concentration: Sport and Business Studies) from the same university with a 4.0/4.0 GPA and four Dean’s Honor List recognitions. Currently serving as a Graduate Assistant at USI (August 2024–present), he supports the organization of the USI Sport Management Summit, assists professors with tasks like PowerPoint creation, flyer design, class coverage, social media management, and department recruitment events, and contributes to the Sport Management Club’s operations (social media, marketing, event planning). Prior to this, he worked as a Student Worker in Ticket Sales for USI Baseball (March–May 2024), handling ticket sales and game-day operations (concessions, scoring, scoreboard management).

个人介绍： A seasoned athletics professional and educator with a unique blend of coaching, international sport management, entrepreneurship, and academic experience. Currently a Ph.D. Candidate (ABD) in Kinesiology (Sport Management) and Instructor at Louisiana State University (LSU, August 2020–present), he teaches core courses including Ethical & Legal Issues in Sport and Program & Event Management—with course evaluations consistently exceeding the Sport Administration department average. His research focuses on organizational control mechanisms, culture, behavior, internal marketing, and leadership, with multiple conference presentations and academic papers in preparation for top sport management journals. With deep NCAA football expertise, he served as an Assistant Football Coach at Houston Baptist University (2016–2017, wide receivers coach, recruiting, and scouting) and held roles at the University of Nevada, Las Vegas (2003–2005, video coordination and offensive support).

个人介绍： A newly appointed Assistant Professor of Sport Management at the University of Hartford (August 2024–present), with a PhD in Kinesiology (Sport Management emphasis) from Texas A&M University (2021–2024)—where she also earned a Master’s in Sport and Fitness Administration/Management (2017–2019) and a degree in Leadership/Organizational Leadership (2013–2016), making her a 3x graduate of the university. Her expertise lies in the branding and communication of female athletes, women in the sport workforce, and Name, Image, and Likeness (NIL). At Hartford, she teaches courses including Sport Management and Analytics, Diversity and Inclusion in Sports Organizations, and Management and Organizational Behavior.

个人介绍： A multifaceted sports and education professional with a Master of Science in Kinesiology (Sport Management) and Bachelor of Science in Public Health (Health Education/Community Health). He holds certifications including ACE Certified Personal Trainer and DEFT Online/Distance Education Certification, and is well-versed in NCAA, NAIA, CCCAA, and NFHS rules. Currently, he serves as an Adjunct Professor of Sport Management at both Louisiana State University (LSU, 2021–present) and Point Loma Nazarene University (2020–present), developing content and teaching graduate-level courses on innovation in sport, strategic management, sport marketing/finance, facility management, and Title IX regulations (in in-person, hybrid, and online formats). He also works as an Assistant Baseball Coach/Director of Operations and Adjunct Professor of Exercise Science at Southwestern College (2019–present), where he designs baseball training plans, manages recruitment, develops budgets, and teaches courses like EXSC 138 and FS32.

个人介绍： A PhD candidate in Recreation, Sport, and Tourism (University of Illinois at Urbana-Champaign, UIUC, expected August 2024) with a graduate minor in Gender and Women’s Studies. They hold an M.S. in Kinesiology (Southern Illinois University Edwardsville, 2018) and a B.S. in Psychology & Sociology (UIUC, 2015), and are fluent in Spanish. Since August 2019, they’ve served as an Instructor at UIUC, teaching an online course for 600 students—supervising Teaching Assistants, developing Canvas-based course content, submitting student-athlete progress reports to the Athletic Director, and administering exams. Previously, they were a Graduate Assistant & Coordinator at Southern Illinois University Edwardsville (2016–2017), leading Spanish Conversation Hour, tutoring undergraduates, and supporting the Foreign Language Department’s administrative work (e.g., student evaluations, website updates).

个人介绍： A professional with 15 years of global sports and entertainment expertise, currently serving as Director of Global Commercial Business Development at the National Lacrosse League (May 2023–present). They identify sponsorship partners across 15 industries, manage $50k–$150k annual contracts (3-year terms), and build commercial value for 15 franchises in the US, Canada, and Europe, reaching 70M fans. Prior roles include Director of Business Development at Sportradar (2022–2023, $500k–$1.5M deals for 150+ teams/leagues) and Equifax (2021–2022, launching sports betting business development). They also led major gift fundraising at an NHL-affiliated $140M nonprofit (2017–2021), securing $25k–$1M+ gifts and $2M+ annual event revenue. A freelance consultant since 2015, they advise NHL teams and craft $15M+ partnerships, plus mentor at Stadia Ventures. They hold an MS and BS in Exercise Science (Biomechanics/Technology, Human Performance).

个人介绍： A dedicated professional bridging education, sports, and special education, currently pursuing a Ph.D. in Special Education (University of Maryland, College Park, expected Dec 2024) with research on Black student-athlete identity and success interventions. They hold an M.P.S. in Sports Industry Management (Georgetown University, focus: women’s sports marketing), M.A.T. in Secondary Education (University of Louisville), and B.A. in Integrated Strategic Communications/English (University of Kentucky). Current roles include Associate Professor at Prince George’s Community College (2021–present, teaching academic success courses and leading faculty mentorship programs) and Director of UCS College Programs at Special Olympics Maryland (2024–present, building college partnerships and managing unified sports programs).

个人介绍： A CERTIFIED FINANCIAL PLANNER® and WBEA-registered advisor with 17+ years of experience supporting professional/retired athletes as Principal of a financial advisory firm (since 2006), specializing in financial strategy design, investment planning, and financial workshops. Since 2017, they’ve served as a Sport Finance Expert & Lecturer at Rice University’s #1 nationally ranked Sport Management Program (Niche, 2020–2023), designing the Sport Finance course to cover industry-specific topics like business valuation, public-private partnership financing, and athlete revenue strategies. They’re also a Venture Partner at a Houston-based firm (since 2023) and previously held roles at a sports/entertainment company (VP, 2002–2006; Marketing Manager, 1999–2002).