RMU Sport Management Career Summit
Friday, October 16, 2026
The RMU Sport Management Career Summit connects students, alumni, and industry professionals for a day of learning, networking, and career development.
Schedule
- 8:45 AM Welcome and Opening Remarks
Welcome from university and program leadership as we begin a day focused on the future of the sport industry. - 9:00 AM Special Opening Presentation
A special presentation recognizing the impact of RMU Sport Management and celebrating this milestone anniversary.
Opening Panel
- 10:00 AM The Soccer Boom: Opportunities in the World's Fastest Growing Sport
Explore how the FIFA World Cup, expanding professional leagues, and continued investment are creating exciting new career opportunities throughout the sports industry.
Concurrent Workshops
- 10:00 AM Choose one of three sessions:
Innovation, AI & the Future of Sport
Explore how artificial intelligence, analytics, automation, and emerging technologies are transforming the sports industry.
The Business of Youth Sports
Learn about one of the fastest-growing sectors of the industry and careers in travel sports, governing bodies, facilities, recreation, coaching, and entrepreneurship.
Beyond the Logo: Creating Partnerships That Deliver Results
Discover how organizations create sponsorship activations that generate measurable business value while enhancing the fan experience.
Industry Roundtable Session I
- 11:00 AM
Meet sport industry professionals in a speed-networking format designed to encourage conversation, mentorship, and career advice.
Lunch
- Noon
Lunch will include recognition of scholarship recipients and a special retrospective celebrating fifty years of RMU Sport Management.
Industry Roundtable Session II
- 1:00 PM
Continue networking with a new group of professionals representing organizations throughout the sports industry.
Featured Conversation
- 2:00 PM
Join us for a special conversation with one of the sports industry's most influential business leaders.Featured guest to be announced soon.
Networking & Organizational Fair
- 2:45 PM
Meet employers, discover internship opportunities, and connect with organizations from across the sports industry.
Reservations
Our official hotel will be DoubleTree By Hilton Pittsburgh International Airport, 8402 University Boulevard. Moon Township, Pennsylvania 15108. Below is the reservation link. Guests can also call 412-329-1400 to make a reservation. Please ask for the RMU Sport Management Career Summit using the Group Code (PMG).