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Please continue to check back for an updated schedule. Note:
panel topics and schedule
subject to change. updated 11.10.11
All sessions and special events will be held at the Columbia Metropolitan Convention Center (lower level) unless otherwise noted.
Attire at the conference sessions and Opening Reception is business casual. Please wear your favorite team colors at the Opening Reception. Attire at the Awards Banquet is business.
THURSDAY'S PANEL TOPICS
Creating Tomorrow's Sponsors
D-I Athletics: Is Compliance Possible?
The Future of Live Entertainment
Surviving Labor Disputes
Legal Issues in Professional Sport (Law Symposium)
Legal Issues in College Sport (Law Symposium)
FRIDAY'S PANEL TOPICS
Academia and the Industry: Mutual Needs & Future Directions
Lessons From Women of Influence
Enhancing the Game Day Experience Through Technology
Generation Next: Profiles of Young Professionals
Schedule:
Click here for the 2011 SEVT Schedule At-A-Glance
(Thursday, November 17 & Friday, November 18)
Note: print schedule on legal size paper
4:00 PM - 5:00 PM |
Registration Opens
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7:00 PM - 9:00 PM |
Opening Reception: A Southern Tailgate (USC Carolina Coliseum) The South is known for its hospitality and college football tradition. Join us as we celebrate both at this year's SEVT Opening Reception. Show your pride by wearing your favorite team colors! Attire: business casual Transportation (via 15-passenger vans) will be provided to and from the Hilton Columbia Center to the USC Carolina Coliseum. Vans will begin departing at 6:50 pm in front of the Hilton. Continuous shuttle service from the Hilton to the USC Carolina Coliseum will be provided until 7:30 pm. Vans will begin departing the USC Carolina Coliseum to return to the Hilton at 8:30 pm. Continuous shuttle service from the USC Carolina Coliseum to the Hilton will be provided through end of reception. |
8:00 AM |
Registration Opens
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| 9:00 AM | Speaker Networking Room Opens (Carolina Room) | |
| 9:00 AM - 9:45 AM | Opening Keynote (Lexington Room) | |
| INDUSTRY | Now Is Your Time To "SHINE" | |
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Adonis "Sporty" Jeralds, CFE Instructor, Department of Sport and Entertainment Management, University of South Carolina / Former Manager, Charlotte Coliseum |
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| 10:00 AM - 10:45 AM | Session # 1 (Lexington Room) | |
| INDUSTRY | Creating Tomorrow's Sponsors | |
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The sponsorship market is an
ever-evolving industry with new players and new sources of
revenue changing the demands and forecasts of today’s
advertisers. This
panel looks at the latest trends in sports and entertainment
sponsorships with an eye toward marketing concepts of
tomorrow. |
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| Liz McMillan, General Manager, Gamecock Sports Marketing (IMG College) | ||
| Trip Wheeler, Chief Marketing Officer, Formula 1 Grand Prix of America | ||
| Jason Wolfe, President, Wolfe Solutions | ||
| Moderator: Todd C. Koesters, J.D., Assistant Professor, Department of Sport and Entertainment Management, University of South Carolina | ||
| RESEARCH | Research Presentations (Congaree A) | |
| Make or Buy Your Players - A National Study | ||
| Dr. Thomas H. Regan, University of South Carolina | ||
| Dr. Kenneth C. Teed, The George Washington University School of Business | ||
| Economic Benefits Derived from the College Football Game Experience | ||
| Dr. Anthony W. Dixon, Troy University | ||
| Dr. Chi-Ok Oh, Michigan State University | ||
| Research Presentations (Congaree B) | ||
| The Impact of Video Realistic Job Previews on Applicants' Perceptions of Sport Jobs | ||
| Dr. Samuel Y. Todd, Georgia Southern University | ||
| Dr. Marshall Magnusen, Baylor University | ||
| Dr. Damon P.S. Andrew, Troy University | ||
| Teaching Sport Event Management via Experiential Learning: Chase Charlie Races | ||
| Dr. David Pierce, Ball State University | ||
| Dr. Lawrence Judge, Ball State University | ||
| Dr. Jeffrey Petersen, Baylor University | ||
| 11:00 AM - 11:45 AM | Session # 2 (Lexington Room) | |
| INDUSTRY | D-I Athletics: Is Compliance Possible? | |
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Recent highly publicized NCAA rules
infractions at the University of Southern California, the Ohio
State University and the University of Miami have placed
increased scrutiny on major collegiate athletics programs. The
NCAA and its member institutions employ a comprehensive set of
rules and regulations to enable fair play in recruitment and
the treatment of student-athletes, but in today’s world, is
compliance still possible? |
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| Eric Hyman, Athletics Director, University of South Carolina | ||
| Dr. Harris Pastides, President, University of South Carolina | ||
| Judy Van Horn, Senior Associate Athletics Director / Senior Woman Administrator, University of South Carolina | ||
| Moderator: Charles Waddell, Associate Athletics Director, University of South Carolina | ||
| 12:00 PM - 1:00 PM | Luncheon (Richland Room) | |
| LUNCH | Featurd speaker: Jennifer George, Senior Marketing Coordinator, The NASCAR Foundation | |
| Special presentation by The NASCAR Foundation to the University of South Carolina | ||
| 1:00 PM - 2:00 PM | Research Poster Presentations (Richland Prefunction) | |
| POSTER # 1 | Pitch-Perfect: How MLS's Emphasis on Stadia Offers Path to Profitability | |
| Stephen Argeris, Esq., Hunton & Williams (Washington, DC) | ||
| # 2 | A Comparison Of Online And In Person Survey Methods Related To Direct Spending And A Large Volleyball Event | |
| Dr. Robert Case, Old Dominion University | ||
| Joel Gillespie, The College of William and Mary | ||
| Daniel Luckett, The College of William and Mary | ||
| Maria Pawlosky, The College of William and Mary | ||
| Tanujit Dey, The College of William and Mary | ||
| # 3 | Managing Pedestrian Risks: Practical Implications for Sport and Entertainment Managers | |
| John B. Egberts, University of Florida | ||
| Dr. Daniel P. Connaughton, University of Florida | ||
| Dr. James J. Zhang, University of Georgia | ||
| # 4 | Guilty Until Proven Innocent: Are Finances Guiding the NCAA's Decision Making with Respect to Infractions? | |
| Andrew Goldsmith, University of Florida | ||
| Kevin P. Cattani, University of Florida | ||
| Dr. Trevor Bopp, University of Florida | ||
| # 5 | NCAA Division I Strength Facilities: A Design and Operational Analysis | |
| Dr. Lawrence Judge, Ball State University | ||
| Dr. Jeffrey Petersen, Baylor University | ||
| Dr. David Pierce, Ball State University | ||
| # 6 | Market Segmentation of Division I School Fans through Socio-Demographics and Consumption Level | |
| Dr. Min Kil Kim, Troy University | ||
| Dr. Christina Martin, Troy University | ||
| Rawia Elsisi, Troy University | ||
| # 7 | Think Green: Spectators Thoughts to Improve Recycling Programs | |
| Dr. Brian P. McCullough, Bowling Green State University | ||
| # 8 | Stakeholder influences on sustainability in Public Assembly Facilities | |
| Dr. Haylee Uecker Mercado, University of South Carolina | ||
| Matt Walker, University of Southern Mississippi / Walker Research Group | ||
| # 9 | Soccer Specific Stadia & Designated Players: Exploring the Major League Soccer attendance assumption? | |
| Charles Parrish, George Mason University | ||
| # 10 | Sponsorship Effectiveness in Ultimate Fighting Championship | |
| Jason D. Reese, University of Mary Hardin-Baylor | ||
| Dr. Gregg Bennett, Texas A & M University | ||
| # 11 | Examining the Relationship between Team Identification and Service Quality in College Sport Website | |
| Dr. Young Ik Suh, Claflin University | ||
| Dr. Taesoo Ahn, Merrimack College | ||
| Nathan Chaplin, Claflin University | ||
| # 12 | The Role of Antitrust Law in Non-Team Sports | |
| Cyntrice Thomas, University of Georgia | ||
| Dr. Thomas A. Baker III, University of Georgia | ||
| Dr. Kevin K. Byon, University of Georgia | ||
| # 13 | North American Major Sports Teams are Big Business: All Cities are not Equal | |
| Dr. Peter Titlebaum, University of Dayton | ||
| Diane Branca, University of Dayton | ||
| Todd C. Koesters, J.D., University of South Carolina | ||
| # 14 | An Analysis of Perceived Risk and Corresponding Risk Management Practices Related to Disease Control and Prevention in Club Sport Programs | |
| Mary W. Waechter, University of Florida | ||
| Dr. Daniel P. Connaughton, University of Florida | ||
| Dr. John O. Spengler, University of Florida | ||
| Dr. Yong Jae Ko, University of Florida | ||
| # 15 | Branding the sports city: A case study of Indianapolis, IN | |
| Dr. Antonio Williams, Indiana University | ||
| Dae Yeon Kim, Indiana University | ||
| Wanyong Choi, Indiana University | ||
| Isabell Rhenwrick, Indiana University | ||
| # 16 | Exploring Core Product Factors through the analysis of Taekwondo Match Attack Patterns | |
| Dr. Antonio Williams, Indiana University | ||
| Wanyong Choi, Indiana University | ||
| Dae Yeon Kim, Indiana University | ||
| Dr. Tywan Martin, University of Miami | ||
| 1:30 PM - 2:15 PM | Session # 3 (Lexington Room) | |
| INDUSTRY | The Future of LIve Entertainment | |
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Artists are seeking higher guarantees,
production costs are sky-rocketing and fans are more selective
than ever about buying tickets. Aging audiences and game
oriented teens present additional challenges. Can the
live entertainment industry sustain itself?
This panel examines the long-term economic prospects
for concerts and family shows and the challenging growth
proposition ahead. |
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| Juliette Feld, Director of Strategic Planning, Feld Entertainment, Inc. | ||
| John Huie, Agent, Creative Artists Agency | ||
| Michael Marion, CFE, General Manager, Verizon Arena (North Little Rock, AR) | ||
| Moderator: Frank Roach, Senior Instructor, Department of Sport and Entertainment Management, University of South Carolina | ||
| RESEARCH | Research Presentations (Congaree A) | |
| Tragedy at Fujairah: Risk Management Issues at Open-Water Swimming Events | ||
| Dr. John J. Miller, Troy University | ||
| John T. Wendt, J.D., St. Thomas University | ||
| Professional vs. Collegiate Luxury Suite Owners - are they all that different? | ||
| Dr. Peter Titlebaum, University of Dayton | ||
| Carrie DeMange, University of Dayton | ||
| Dr. Robert Davis, Miami University Hamilton | ||
| Research Presentation (Congaree B) | ||
| Stock Price Performance of Stadium Naming Rights Sponsors | ||
| Dr. Thomas H. Regan, University of South Carolina | ||
| Dr. Kenneth C. Teed, The George Washington University School of Business | ||
| 2:30 PM - 3:15 PM | Session # 4 (Lexington Room) | |
| INDUSTRY | Surviving Labor Disputes | |
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The NHL is finally recovering from its lockout, the NBA is deep in theirs and the NFL narrowly resolved its labor dispute. Each lockout leaves thousands of venue executives, marketers and concessionaires in the lurch. This panel looks at how business entities survive when the games don't. |
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| Dr. Mark Nagel, Associate Professor, Department of Sport and Entertainment Management, University of South Carolina | ||
| Frank Poe, Executive Director, Georgia World Congress Authority | ||
| Moderator: John Wolohan, J.D., Professor, Department of Sport Management, Syracuse University | ||
| 3:15 PM - 5:15 PM | Career Fair (Carolina Prefunction) | |
| CAREER FAIR | See the Career Fair page for a list of participating companies. | |
| 3:30 PM - 4:15 PM | Craig Kelly Sport & Entertainment Law Symposium (Lexington Room) | |
| Law Symposium Moderator: Dr. John Grady, Associate Professor, Department of Sport and Entertainment Management, University of South Carolina | ||
| LAW | Legal Issues in Professional Sport | |
| While the NFL lockout dominated the news headlines for most of the summer, did you understand the complex legal issues in dispute? During this panel, legal experts will provide an overview of labor law and the Collective Bargaining Agreement, analyze the merits of Brady v. NFL, and examine the issue of decertification by the player's association. Learn about the legal impact of the NFL lockout on other professional sports going forward. | ||
| Dr. Thomas A. Baker III, Assistant Professor, Department of Kinesiology, University of Georgia | ||
| John Wolohan, J.D., Professor, Department of Sport Management, Syracuse University | ||
| Moderator: Anita Moorman, J.D., Professor & Interim Co-Chair, Department of Health and Sport Sciences, University of Louisville | ||
| RESEARCH | Research Presentations (Congaree A) | |
| The Value of Sports Stadium Sponsorship | ||
| Anne Rivers, BrandAsset Consulting | ||
| Andrew Drelick, BrandAsset Consulting | ||
| The influence of car crashes on sponsorship effects in NASCAR racing | ||
| Dr. Sanghak Lee, Johnson & Wales University - Charlotte | ||
| 4:30 PM - 5:15 PM | Craig Kelly Sport & Entertainment Law Symposium (Lexington Room) | |
| LAW | Legal Issues in College Sport | |
| This panel considers the hot-button legal issues and recent cases impacting student-athletes, athletic departments, and other stakeholders in college athletics. | ||
| Dr. Mark Nagel, Associate Professor, Department of Sport and Entertainment Management, University of South Carolina | ||
| Dr. Richard Southall, Associate Professor, Department of Exercise and Sport Science, The University of North Carolina at Chapel Hill / Director, College Research Sport Institute | ||
| Moderator: Barbara Osborne, J.D., Associate Professor, Department of Exercise and Sport Science, The University of North Carolina at Chapel Hill | ||
| RESEARCH | Research Presentations (Congaree A) | |
| Sport Diplomacy: A Program Evaluation | ||
| Dr. Robert E. Baker, George Mason University | ||
| Craig Esherick, J.D., George Mason University | ||
| Dr. Pam Baker, George Mason University | ||
| Understanding Generational Differences in Sport Administration: Creating a Cohesive Work Environment | ||
| Dr. Dené J. Williamson, University of Missouri | ||
| Dr. Seok-Ho Song, St. Thomas University | ||
| 6:30 PM - 7:30 PM | Reception (Richland Prefunction) | |
| 7:30 PM - 9:30 PM | Awards Banquet (Richland Room) | |
| BANQUET | See the Award Recipients page for a description of each award. | |
| Attire: business | ||
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International Executive in Sport and Entertainment Award
recipient:
Guy Ngata, General Manager,
Mercedes-Benz Arena (Shanghai, China) (video acceptance) |
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| Academic Achievement in Sport and Entertainment Award recipient: Dr. Packianathan Chelladurai, Professor, School of Physical Activity & Educational Services, The Ohio State University | ||
| Lifetime Achievement in Sport and Entertainment Award recipient: Alex Hodges, Chief Executive Officer, Nederlander Concerts | ||
| Address by Alex Hodges | ||
| Trying to Get It Right Through the Years | ||
8:00 AM |
Registration Opens
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| 9:00 AM | Speaker Networking Room Opens (Carolina Room) | |
9:15 AM - 9:45 AM |
Featured Research Presentation (Lexington Room) |
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| Developing Shared and Peer Leadership Practices in Facility and Event Management | ||
| Dr. Trevor Bopp, University of Florida | ||
| Dr. Shannon Kerwin, University of Florida | ||
| 10:00 AM - 10:45 AM | Session # 5 (Lexington Room) | |
| INDUSTRY | Academia and the Industry: Mutual Needs & Future Directions | |
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The explosion of sports management
programs at American universities has exponentially increased
the availability of academic research and findings, but is the
industry fully utilizing this resource?
How can the industry and academia work together to
further advance each side’s interests, and more importantly,
how do they get the conversation started? |
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| Dr. Jeffrey James, Chair, Department of Sport Management, Florida State University | ||
| Bill Powell, Vice President, Marketing and Sales Southern Region / Mexico, Feld Entertainment, Inc. and Motorsports | ||
| Frank Russo, Jr., CFE, Senior Vice President, Business Development and Client Relations, Global Spectrum | ||
| Moderator: Dr. Aubrey Kent, Chair, School of Tourism and Hospitality Management, Sport Industry Research Center, Temple University | ||
| 11:00 AM - 11:45 AM | Session # 6 (Lexington Room) | |
| INDUSTRY | Lessons From Women of Influence | |
| Each year Venues Today honors three professional women who have made their mark on the industry. Meet the Class of 2011 winners and join the discussion about advances women have made and the issues they still face in the workplace. | ||
| Jo-Ann Armstrong, Director of Booking, Honda Center (Anaheim, CA) | ||
| Sydney Greenblatt, Owner, Sydney Greenblatt Event Marketing | ||
| Sally Roach, Former Executive Director, Township Auditorium (Columbia, SC) / Former Regional Vice President for SMG, Oakland, Rose Bowl, and L.A. | ||
| Moderator: Linda Deckard, Publisher, Editor-in-chief, Venues Today | ||
| RESEARCH | Research Presentations (Congaree A) | |
| Managing Risks at Multi-Sport Events | ||
| Dr. John J. Miller, Troy University | ||
| Dr. Gina A. Pauline, Syracuse University | ||
| A Historical Analysis of the Non-statutory Labor Exemption in the NFL | ||
| Dr. Michael S. Carroll, Troy University | ||
| Andrew Goldsmith, University of Florida | ||
| Research Presentations (Congaree B) | ||
| An Examination of Work-Family Conflict and Related Theories in NCAA Division I Facility and Event Managers | ||
| Dr. Laura M. Hatfield, University of West Georgia | ||
| Dr. Jeffrey T. Johnson, University of West Georgia | ||
| Dr. Lance C. Hatfield, University of Missouri | ||
| Organizational Perception Management as a Means to Legitimate Sport Venue Subsidization: A Conceptual Framework | ||
| Timothy B. Kellison, Florida State University | ||
| 12:00 PM - 1:00 PM | Luncheon (Richland Room) | |
| LUNCH | Social Media in 2012 | |
| Featured speaker: Matt Kautz, Director of Social Media and Consumer Marketing, Paciolan | ||
1:15 PM - 2:00 PM |
Session # 7 (Lexington Room) |
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| INDUSTRY | Enhancing the Game Day Experience Through Technology | |
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From super high definition scoreboards
to Facebook-enabled ticketing, technology is constantly
changing the way fans buy tickets and enjoy live sporting
events. This panel
looks at innovations on and off the field to study how
technology is changing the game-day experience. |
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| Steve Gregosky, Senior Vice President - Business Development, Ovations Food Services, L.P. | ||
| Brad Mayne, CFE, President & CEO, Center Operating Company, L.P., American Airlines Center (Dallas, TX) | ||
| Asim Pasha, Chief Information Officer and Chief Architect, Sporting Kansas City | ||
| Moderator: Dave Brooks, Senior Writer & Assignment Editor, Venues Today | ||
| RESEARCH | Research Presentations (Congaree A) | |
| Marketing stadium accessibility: New legal requirements and anecdotes from college athletic department websites | ||
| Dr. John Grady, University of South Carolina | ||
| Joshua R. Pate, University of Tennessee | ||
| Tim Mirabito, University of Tennessee | ||
| Athletic facility managers' knowledge of access and the Americans with Disabilities Act | ||
| Joshua R. Pate, University of Tennessee | ||
| Dr. Steven N. Waller, University of Tennessee | ||
| Research Presentations (Congaree B) | ||
| Examining Counselor Satisfaction in an Outdoor Therapeutic Recreation Camp | ||
| Dr. Angela Wozencroft, University of Tennessee | ||
| Dr. Robin Hardin, University of Tennessee | ||
| Fiscal efficacy, effectiveness, and efficiency of environmental sustainable practices in parks and recreation: a case study of the City of Knoxville | ||
| Anthony M. Brown, University of Tennessee | ||
| 2:15 PM - 3:00 PM | Session # 8 (Lexington Room) | |
| INDUSTRY | Generation Next: Profiles of Young Professionals | |
| Earlier this year, Venues Today launched its first annual Generation Next Awards, searching for young professionals who have made their mark on the industry. The response was overwhelming and Venues Today is proud to present its inaugural class with a panel that examines each winner’s path to success. | ||
| Jon Petrunak, Vice President, Live Entertainment - Arenas/Stadiums, SMG Sports and Entertainment | ||
| Cara Vanderhook, Director of Communications & Social Media, STAPLES Center & Nokia Theatre L.A. LIVE | ||
| Moderator: Vanessa Kromer, Senior Director of Publicity, Nederlander Concerts | ||
| RESEARCH | Research Presentations (Congaree A) | |
| Criticizing the Coach, Social Media and the First Amendment | ||
| James Bemiller, J.D., University of Tennessee | ||
| Dr. Sylvia Trendafilova, University of Tennessee | ||
| Risk Management Plans and Lightning Safety Policies: Do High Schools in America Have and Enforce Them? | ||
| Dr. Mauro Palmero, East Tennessee State University | ||
| Dr. Gary Lhotsky, East Tennessee State University | ||
| Dr. Andy R. Dotterweich, East Tennessee State University | ||
| Dr. Joseph T. Walker, University of North Texas | ||
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3:00 PM - 4:00 PM |
Closing Reception (Richland Prefunction) |
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| RECEPTION |
