Bob Latham: Winners And Losers
On March 7, Brian Sutton-Smith died at age 90. While his name may not be familiar to many, his field of expertise is…
Frank Supovitz
How live events can compete with TV and ways to maximize parking revenue
Frank Supovitz: Ask The Event Doctor
SportsTravel’s Event Doctor discusses how live events can compete with TV and ways to maximize parking revenue…
Tim Schneider: Publisher’s Post
Room-block pirates and poachers—outfits that actively seek to recruit or divert attendees away from official room blocks…
Mark Miles
During his 15 years running the ATP men’s professional tennis tour, Mark Miles mastered the ins and outs of growing a series. That experience has come in handy in his role since December 2012 as CEO of Hulman & Company, which owns the Verizon IndyCar Series as well as Indianapolis Motor Speedway. The series, which features 16 races this year, is now in growth mode, looking to expand internationally and gain on the momentum of increased television viewership. In addition to leading the ATP from 1990 to 2005, Miles has an extensive sports background that includes running the 1987 Pan American Games in Indianapolis as well as serving as president of the host committee for the city’s successful Super Bowl in 2012…
Continue ReadingGeico Bassmaster Classic
Neither snow nor sleet nor freezing rain in upstate South Carolina could stop the 2015 Geico Bassmaster Classic presented by GoPro from being a success. The event, considered the “Super Bowl of Bass Fishing,” was held on Lake Hartwell in Anderson and at venues in nearby Greenville in February. “We had an unbelievable event,” said Michael Mulone…
Aquatic Sports Score New Look for Events By Greg Mellen Aquatics events are enjoying a rise in popularity, something expected to increase in the run-up to the 2016 Olympic Summer Games. From diving and water polo to synchronized swimming and traditional swimming, participants of all ages are eagerly joining a category of sports that is […]
Continue ReadingA Dramatic Backdrop For Any Event By John Vivirito The Mountain West region is one of the country’s most diverse, with ideal terrain for athletic endeavors. Colorado, Idaho, Montana, Utah and Wyoming are home to some of the country’s highest mountain peaks, undulating plains and high deserts, and these states’ destinations have used their natural […]
Continue ReadingMajor Undertaking By Vanessa Hughes The four major men’s tournaments in golf all take different approaches to event management with the common goal of setting high standards. For professional golfers, the four major championships played at renowned courses across the globe are the marquee events on the PGA Tour schedule. Each of the events—the Masters, […]
Continue Reading2018 MLB All-Star Game to be Held in Washington, D.C.
Washington, D.C., has been awarded the 2018 Major League Baseball All-Star Game. While the game will mark the fifth time the Midsummer…
Continue ReadingNational Invitation Tournament and Madison Square Garden Announce Agreement
The National Invitation Tournament and Madison Square Garden have reached an agreement that will keep the NIT semifinals and championship…
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