September/October 2018

Sports Destination Management Magazine

The landscape of sports is always evolving and changing. What doesn’t change: how much we love to get behind our favorite athletes and cheer for them – and how much they can benefit communities when they come to town. This issue is a great combination of long-time favorites and what have been called ‘disruptors’ in our technological lexicon. The fall sports season – a transitional time – is underway, reminding us that like it or not, this year is winding down. Make sure you’re ready for the new season and new challenges that lie ahead. Our articles, industry insights and more can help.

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In this issue

Events Rights Holders: Navigating the Destination Dating Game

BY: Ashley Whittaker

Sports tourism is a booming industry projected to grow from $15.8 billion in 2008 to $30 billion in the next several years. Never before have there been more exciting content providers or more incredible destinations on the market. This results in a situation posing a bit of a match-making puzzle – how to connect the right content providers with the right city and facility destination. Without the ability to “swipe right” on potential destination matches, how does a rights holder kindle a business relationship sure to produce results that get everyone fired up? more....

Business Development

Events Rights Holders: Navigating the Destination Dating Game

Clipboard

Safe and Secure: How to Protect Your Event, Your Athletes and Your Spectators

Executive Insights

Spartan

Industry Leadership

Outstanding Facilities: No Matter Where it Plays Out, the Venues are in Here

Multi-Sport Multi-Discipline Review

Gymnastics Takes Flight

Perspectives

Event Retention: Four Ways to Create a Long-term Relationship