This section highlights my engagement in leading professional and academic conferences within the sport industry, where I actively participated in discussions at the intersection of sports analytics, business strategy, and athlete development.
Through these experiences, I have had the opportunity to learn from industry leaders, contribute to conversations shaping the future of sport, and build meaningful professional relationships. These conferences have strengthened my ability to connect research, data, and real-world sport applications while representing the University of Iowa on a global stage.
MIT Sloan Sports Analytics Conference 2026
Boston, MA | March 6–7, 2026
Selected Mentee – SSAC Mentorship Program. Represented the University of Iowa at a global sport analytics conference. Engaged with leaders across sports, analytics, media, and technology. Participated in sessions on sports analytics and artificial intelligence, revenue and sponsorship strategy, youth sports development, and global sport events including the FIFA World Cup.
Mentorship Experience
Paired with Tommy Elia (Inner Circle Sports). Engaged in career development conversations and gained valuable industry insights while building meaningful professional connections.
Key Learning Areas
Data-driven decision-making in sport organizations, storytelling and communication with data, fan engagement through analytics and technology, revenue generation and sponsorship valuation, and global sport operations and event management.
Impact
Strengthened my professional network across the sport industry, applied academic knowledge to real-world sport environments, enhanced my career direction in sport analytics and leadership, and proudly represented the University of Iowa in a global professional setting.