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July 13-15, 2008
NSC SPORTS EVENT SYMPOSIUM
July 13-15, 2008
Schwan Center
The NSC Sports Event Symposium takes place during Schwan's USA CUP, the largest youth soccer event in the Western Hemisphere. There's no better time or place to learn about running a large event.
Tap into the 18 years of experience the National Sports Center has in sports event managament. The NSC Sports Event Symposium will show you how to map your event's future by learning from the experts at the largest amateur sports and meeting facility in the world.
Featured Topics
- » How to put on events that make money
- » Recruit and organize volunteers for maximum benefit
- » Get your event media recognition
- » Get your sponsors what they want…a look from both sides
- » Network with event peers
- » Build a sport campus and leverage funding through partnerships
- » Add an international component to your event
- » Find those “secret” sponsors and get your sponsors what they want…a look from both sides
- » Create those special events that make you stand out
- » Learn the logistics of a 1000 team tournament
- » Network with event peers
Attendees
- » Event/fundraising staff of non-profit organizations
- » Volunteer tournament directors from sports associations
- » National governing body staff
- » Park and Rec event planners
- » Sponsors who run their own events
- » Vendors serving the sports event business
Featured Speakers
- » Paul Erickson, Executive Director, Minnesota Amateur Sports Commission
- » Barclay Kruse, Chief Communications Officer, Minnesota Amateur Sports Commission
- » Steve Olson, Chief Operating Officer, National Sports Center Foundation
Fee
$250 per person, price includes symposium, three meals and golf at the National Youth Golf Center.
Register
Please use our secure, online registration to sign up.
Lodging
Please choose from our list of area hotels.
For questions or more information, contact Colleen Bourdon at 763.785.5615.