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Call for Proposals is Now Open for Sport United Conference 2024: A Virtual Event Co-hosted by American Public University System and Policy Studies Organization
November 7-8 Event Includes Keynote from Premier Lacrosse League President Paul Rabil CHARLES TOWN, W.Va., Sept. 12, 2024 /PRNewswire/ -- American Public
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[{"type":"text","content":"November 7-8 Event Includes Keynote from Premier Lacrosse League President Paul Rabil \nCHARLES TOWN, W.Va., Sept. 12, 2024 /PRNewswire/ -- American Public University System (APUS) and the Policy Studies Organization (PSO) today announced the inaugural Sport United Conference, open to the public, scheduled for November 7-8, 2024. The free, virtual event – which will focus on sport and Esport management – is accepting speaking proposals from experts, scholars, and practitioners until September 30. For detailed guidelines, please refer to the official call for proposals document.\n\n \n \n \n \n \n \n\n \nThose interested in attending can register at the Sport United Conference website for no cost.\n\"I am looking forward to the insights and innovations that will emerge from this event,\" said Dr. Brian Freeland, Dean of APUS School of Health Sciences. \"We will hear from practitioners and subject matter experts on some of the most significant topics in our industry, such as name, image, and likeness (NIL), and technologies that are changing the sports landscape.\"\nThe event explores the dynamic intersections of sports, culture, policy, and business. Interactive presentations and discussions on trends impacting sport and Esport industries will be featured.\n\"Conference attendees get the chance to learn from the game changers,\" said Dr. Brittany Jacobs, Department Chair of APUS School of Health Sciences. \"This 'don't miss' event fosters collaboration between sport and Esport academia and industry to pave the way for innovations in both areas.\"\n All submissions will undergo a peer-review process to ensure they align with the event's core themes:\nNIL & Amateurism: dealmaking, player relations, ethical & legal concerns, brand building, athlete/parent preparation, Esport scholarships/earnings, and institutional stakeholders (governing bodies, leagues, universities, teams).Innovation – Technology and AI: reshaping the way that we view, participate, and engage with sport from performance enhancement, innovation in equipment, virtual/augmented reality, and predictive analytics.Coaching & Athlete Development: training, well-being, leadership, recruitment and retention of athletes and coaches.The conference features a keynote presentation by Paul Rabil, a trailblazing professional lacrosse player, entrepreneur, and co-founder of the ...