Courtside Collective

April 4, 2025 • 3:30 pm ET • Tampa

Join Front Office Sports and Optimum Sports for an exclusive gathering in Tampa, bringing together industry leaders, executives, athletes, and advertisers.

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About The Event

Join Front Office Sports and Optimum Sports for an unforgettable afternoon of networking, exclusive conversations and top-tier hospitality—all set against the electrifying backdrop of the Women’s College Basketball championship weekend.

Mingle with some of the biggest names in sports including executives, athletes, advertisers, and industry leaders, while diving into the hottest topics shaping women’s basketball and beyond. Expect insightful panels, interesting connections, and an atmosphere buzzing with energy.

Agenda

3:30 - 4:30 p.m.

Arrivals and networking

4:30 - 4:35 p.m.

Opening remarks

4:35 - 4:55 p.m.

Women’s Sports Hit Primetime

All eyes are on women’s sports, making their media rights a hot commodity. The long overdue attention has provided new opportunities for networks to showcase female athletes. Hear from ESPN and Unrivaled on the women’s basketball media rights boom.

5:00 - 5:20 p.m.

Athletes Are Big Brands

The playbook for athletes in business has shifted to being far more involved with their partners, often including getting equity stakes. On social media now, every athlete is a channel unto themselves, giving fans a close look at their business ventures and causes close to their hearts. Hear from two athletes uniquely putting the power of their personal brands to work and how one big company is working with athletes.

5:20 - 6:30 p.m.

Refreshments and networking