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Please join us in congratulating our 2008 ICSEB
award recipients!
Lifetime Achievement in Sport and Entertainment Award
The Lifetime Achievement in Sport and Entertainment Award recognizes an industry veteran for achievements of lasting impact over a number of years in the fields of sport, entertainment, or venue management. He or she embodies the professionalism, commitment to excellence, and business savvy that has propelled sport, entertainment, or venue management to become a key industry in the 21st century.
2008 Recipient
To be announced
2007 Recipient:
Jim Hunter, Vice President, Corporate Communications
NASCAR
2006 Recipient:
Wilson Howard, President
Southeast Region Live Nation
2005 Recipient:
Dr. Bernie Mullin, President and Chief Executive Officer
Atlanta Spirit, LLC
2004 Recipient:
Ed Snider, Chairman
Comcast-Spectacor
2003 Recipient:
Allen Becker, Founder
PACE Entertainment Group
2002 Recipient:
Roy Kramer, Former Commissioner
Southeastern Conference
2001 Inaugural Recipient:
Abe Pollin, Chairman
Washington Sports and Entertainment
The Pioneer in Sport and Entertainment Award recognizes an individual for an innovative contribution in the fields of sport, entertainment, or venue management. This recipient has pioneered an idea, strategy, program, or product that has altered the way our industry does business and resulted in an achievement generally recognized for its long term significance.
2008 Recipient
To be announced
2007 Recipient:
Coach
Willie Jeffries, retired head college football coach
South Carolina State University, Howard University, and Wichita State
University
2006 Recipient:
Allen J. Bloom, former Executive Vice President, Marketing & Sales
Feld Entertainment
2005 Recipient:
Leigh Steinberg, President and CEO,
Leigh Steinberg Enterprises
Tollner, Moon, and Steinberg Sports Management
2004 Recipient:
Fred Rosen, Former President and CEO
Ticketmaster Group, Inc.
2003 Recipient:
Katherine Switzer, Women's Running Pioneer
First woman to compete in Boston Marathon (1967)
Founder, Avon Running Global Women's Circuit
2002 Recipient:
Not Awarded
2001 Inaugural Recipient:
Hank Jones, President
Sports Design
The International Executive in Sport and Entertainment Award recognizes an individual who has greatly impacted the fields of sport, entertainment, or venue management. This recipient's passion for the industry and business acumen has forged partnerships and transcended borders, contributing to advancements recognized both nationally and internationally.
2008 Recipient
To be announced
2007 Co-Recipients:
Harvey Lister, Chairman
Rod Pilbeam, Executive Director
Ogden IFC (Queensland, Australia)
2006 Recipient:
Lawrence Chia, Chairman
PICO (Hong Kong)
2005 Inaugural Recipient:
Alejandro Garza Díaz, Corporate Director of Planning and Promotion
CIE Entretenimiento (Mexico)
The Academic Achievement in Sport and Entertainment Award recognizes a scholar whose research and/or teaching has made a significant positive impact in the fields of sport, entertainment, or venue management. This recipient's analysis of trends and industry research has led to meaningful dialogue between academicians and industry professionals.
2008 Recipient
To be announced
2007 Recipient:
Dr. Peter J. Graham, Professor
Department of Sport and Entertainment Management
University of South Carolina
2006 Recipient:
Glenn M. Wong, Professor and Attorney
Department of Sport Management
Isenberg School of Management
University of Massachusetts
2005 Recipient:
Not Awarded
2004 Recipient:
Not Awarded
2003 Recipient:
Dr. Charles Higgins, Associate Professor Emeritus
Sports Administration
Ohio University
2002 Recipient:
Dr. Herb Appenzeller, President
Appenzeller & Associates
1993-2001:
Not Awarded
1992 Recipient:
Dr. Guy M. Lewis, Chairman
Department of Sport Administration
University of South Carolina
1991 Inaugural Recipient:
Dr. James G. Mason, "Father of Sport Administration"
University of Texas at El Paso
The Outstanding Corporate Partner in Sport and Entertainment Award recognizes a company for its long-standing commitment and exceptional service to the fields of sport, entertainment, or venue management. Through its programs and business practices, this company has reached out to our patrons and improved their spectator experience. Our industry looks forward to a continued partnership with this award recipient.
2008 Recipient
To be announced
2007 Recipient:
Feld Entertainment, Inc.
Accepted by Kenneth Feld, Chairman and Chief Executive Officer
2006 Recipient:
The Coca-Cola Company
Accepted by Chuck Fruit, Senior Advisor, Marketing, Strategy &
Innovation
2005 Recipient:
Coca-Cola Bottling Co. Consolidated
Accepted by Laura Sawyer, Senior Vending Account Manager
2004 Inaugural Recipient:
Anheuser-Busch Companies
“Sound Attitudes and Good Sport”
Accepted by John Kaestner, Vice President of Consumer Affairs
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