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Agenda

7:30

Registration

8:30

Opening remark

Julien Blin, CEO, Upside Global

8:40

KEYNOTE

Dr Brian Moore, CEO, Orreco

9.10 am – 10 am

Panel Discussion

Title: NCAA / College Sports:

Summary:
– Why is the NCAA the next big opportunity for tech startups?
– What is the process to adopt new technologies, hot areas of tech interest, opportunities for tech startups in the NCAA?

Participants:
– Dr. Reuben F. Burch V, Ph.D., VP for Research, Texas Christian University (TCU / NCAA)
– Dr Tony Ricci, Assistant Professor, Exercise and Sports Science, College of Osteopathic Medicine, School of Rehabilitative Sciences, Nova Southeastern University (NCAA)
– Steven Simmons, COO, NILENT
– Robert Mazzucchelli, Co-Founder, Chairman & Chief Marketing Officer, SportsEdTV
– Dr. Stefan Valdes, Doctor of Physical Therapy (DPT) & Experienced NBA & NFL S&C coach

Moderator: Dr. Zacharias Papadakis, PhD, Director of the Human Performance Laboratory, Barry University.

Title: NCAA / College Sports:

Summary:
– Why is the NCAA the next big opportunity for tech startups?
– What is the process to adopt new technologies, hot areas of tech interest, opportunities for tech startups in the NCAA?

Participants:
– Dr. Reuben F. Burch V, Ph.D., Associate VP for Research, Mississippi State University (NCAA)
– Dr Tony Ricci, Assistant Professor, Exercise and Sports Science, College of Osteopathic Medicine, School of Rehabilitative Sciences, Nova Southeastern University (NCAA)
– Steven Simmons, COO, NILENT – Dr. Stefan Valdes, Doctor of Physical Therapy (DPT) & Experienced NBA & NFL S&C coach

Moderator: Dr. Zacharias Papadakis, PhD, Director of the Human Performance Laboratory, Barry University.

Title: NCAA / College Sports:

Summary:
– Why is the NCAA the next big opportunity for tech startups?
– What is the process to adopt new technologies, hot areas of tech interest, opportunities for tech startups in the NCAA?

Participants:
– Dr. Reuben F. Burch V, Ph.D., Associate VP for Research, Mississippi State University (NCAA)
– Dr Tony Ricci, Assistant Professor, Exercise and Sports Science, College of Osteopathic Medicine, School of Rehabilitative Sciences, Nova Southeastern University (NCAA)
– Steven Simmons, COO, NILENT
– Dr. Stefan Valdes, Doctor of Physical Therapy (DPT) & Experienced NBA & NFL S&C coach
– Evan Magnusson, COO, VALOR

Moderator: Dr. Zacharias Papadakis, PhD, Director of the Human Performance Laboratory, Barry University.

10:00

SPEED DATING

Speed dating session between pro teams and vendors

– Pro teams (NBA, MLB, MLS, NHL, NCAA)

10 am – 11 am

Speed dating session between pro teams and select vendors

Title: Speed dating session between pro teams and select vendors

11 am – 12 pm

Panel Discussion

Title: The Emergence of next gen biomarkers:

Summary:
– Are biomarkers (lactate, cortisol, glucose, hydration…) the new holy grail for teams?
– What types of new biomarkers are likely to emerge in the future?

Participants:
– Eric Renhaghan, Executive Director of Sport Performance, University of Miami (NCAA)
– Ismael Fernandez, CEO, ThermoHuman
– Dr Bill Burgos, LONU CEO, Former NBA S&C coach
– Dr Brian Moore, CEO, Orreco

Moderator: Dr. Zacharias Papadakis, PhD, Director of the Human Performance Laboratory, Barry University.

Title: The Emergence of next gen biomarkers:

Summary:
– Are biomarkers (lactate, cortisol, glucose, hydration…) the new holy grail for teams?
– What types of new biomarkers are likely to emerge in the future?

Participants:
– Eric Renhaghan, Executive Director of Sport Performance, University of Miami (NCAA)
– Ismael Fernandez, CEO, ThermoHuman
– Gonzalo Rodriguez Garcia, Director of the Health & Performance Department, Orlando City SC (MLS)
– Dr Bill Burgos, LONU CEO, Former NBA S&C coach
– Dr Brian Moore, CEO, Orreco

Moderator: Dr. Zacharias Papadakis, PhD, Director of the Human Performance Laboratory, Barry University.

Title: The Emergence of next gen biomarkers:

Summary:
– Are biomarkers (lactate, cortisol, glucose, hydration…) the new holy grail for teams?
– What types of new biomarkers are likely to emerge in the future?

Participants:

– David Iglesias, CCO, ThermoHuman
– Gonzalo Rodriguez Garcia, Director of the Health & Performance Department, Orlando City SC (MLS)
– Paul Robbins, experienced NBA/NFL sports performance expert, BioCore,
– Manfredi San Germano, Founder & CEO, Beyond Blood Diagnostics (HypoXcell).
– Dr Brian Moore, CEO, Orreco

Moderator: Dr. Zacharias Papadakis, PhD, Director of the Human Performance Laboratory, Barry University.

12:00

LUNCH & NETWORKING

12 pm – 1.30 pm

Lunch & Networking

Rehab / Training for the Future: What Will Performance Training and Return-to-Play Look Like in 2030?

A forward-looking discussion on how AI, biomechanics, genetics, and wearable tech will transform the rehabilitation and performance training process.

Participants:

– Athanase Kollias, CEO, Kinvent
– Rico Rogers, CEO, Box Altitude
– Richard Albright, CEO, Summus Medical Laser
– Abdul Silah, World’s Class High Performance Coach
– Emma Meehan, Founder, CEO & CTO, Precision Sports Technology
– Dr Martin O’Reilly, CEO, Output Sports

Moderator: Dr Marco Nunez, Former Head Athletic Trainer, LA Lakers (NBA)

13:40

Panel Discussion

Title: Training and Rehab for the Future: What Will Performance Training and Return-to-Play Look Like in 2030?

Summary:
– A forward-looking discussion on how AI, biomechanics, genetics, and wearable tech will transform the rehabilitation and performance training process.

Participants:

– Athan Kollias, Founder & CEO, Kinvent
– Rico Rogers, CEO, Box Altitude
– Richard Albright, CEO, Summus Medical Laser
– Nick Soto, Assistant S&C coach, University of Miami (NCAA)
– Emma Meehan, Founder, CEO & CTO, Precision Sports Technology
– Dr Martin O’Reilly, CEO, Output Sports

Moderator: Dr Marco Nunez, Former Head Athletic Trainer, LA Lakers (NBA)

14:20 – 15:00

Panel Discussion

Title: The Future of Fan Engagement with AI and Personalization.

Summary:
– Tailoring content and experiences for individual fans.
– AI-powered fan feedback and interaction.

Participants:
–Stevland Wilson, VP, Postproduction, Design & Animation, Monumental Sports & Entertainment (MSE)
– André Antonelli, CEO, Machina Sports
– Steven Lund, Head of Sales Cerbrec
– Pete DeNagy, President, Acommence Advisors LLC
– James Doyle, Founder and CEO, iReel

Moderator: Chris Pfaff, CEO, Chris Pfaff Tech/Media LLC

Title: The Future of Fan Engagement with AI and Personalization.

Summary:
– Tailoring content and experiences for individual fans.
– AI-powered fan feedback and interaction.

Participants:
–Stevland Wilson, VP, Postproduction, Design & Animation, Monumental Sports & Entertainment (MSE)
– André Antonelli, CEO, Machina Sports
– Steven Lund, Head of Sales Cerbrec
– Pete DeNagy, President, Acommence Advisors LLC

Moderator: Chris Pfaff, CEO, Chris Pfaff Tech/Media LLC

Title: The Future of Training, Fan Engagement with AI and Personalization.

Summary:
– Tailoring content and experiences for individual fans.
– AI-powered fan engagement and training tools

Participants:
–Stevland Wilson, VP, Postproduction, Design & Animation, Monumental Sports & Entertainment (MSE)
– Carlos del Barrio, Physical Therapist, Atletico Madrid (Laliga)
– Kapil Rathi, CEO, GameRun.AI
– André Antonelli, CEO, Machina Sports
– Steven Lund, Head of Sales Cerbrec – Pete DeNagy, President, Acommence Advisors LLC

– Moderator: Chris Pfaff, CEO, Chris Pfaff Tech/Media LLC

Title: The Future of Fan Engagement with AI and Personalization.

Summary:
– Tailoring content and experiences for individual fans.
– AI-powered fan engagement and training tools

Participants:
– Bill Chapman, Emmy® Award-winning live director and producer, Warner Bros Discovery
– Pawel Osterreicher, Co-Founder & CEO, Respo.Vision
– André Antonelli, CEO, Machina Sports – Steven Lund, Head of Sales Cerbrec
– Robert Hull, CFO, Panini America

– Moderator: Chris Pfaff, CEO, Chris Pfaff Tech/Media LLC

15:00 – 15:40

Panel discussion

The Future of Fan Engagement with AI and Personalization.

– Tailoring content and experiences for individual fans.
– AI-powered fan feedback and interaction.

Participants:
–Stevland Wilson, VP, Postproduction, Design & Animation, Monumental Sports & Entertainment (MSE)
– André Antonelli, CEO, Machina Sports
– Evan Davis, Gaming & Sports practice leader, Royer Cooper Cohen Braunfeld LLC
– Pete DeNagy, President, Acommence Advisors LLC
– James Doyle, Founder and CEO, iReel

– Moderator: Chris Pfaff, CEO, Chris Pfaff Tech/Media LLC

Title: The Future of injury reduction by 2030

Summary:
– Current modalities (AMS, biomechanics assessment tools, AI tools..) used to reduce injuries
– Future modalities to reduce injuries by 2030.

Participants:
– Dr. Stefan Valdes, Doctor of Physical Therapy (DPT) & Experienced NBA & NFL S&C coach
– Shaun Jayachandran, Product Advisor, GameRun.ai
– Dr Marco Nunez, Former Head Athletic Trainer, LA Lakers (NBA)
– Dave McConnell, High Performance Director, Utah Mammoth (NHL)
– Carlos Del Barro, Experienced Sports scientist, Atletico Madrid (Laliga)

– Moderator: Julien Blin, CEO, Upside Global

Title: The Future of injury reduction by 2030

Summary:
– Current modalities (AMS, biomechanics assessment tools, AI tools..) used to reduce injuries
– Future modalities to reduce injuries by 2030.

Participants:
– Dr. Stefan Valdes, Doctor of Physical Therapy (DPT) & Experienced NBA & NFL S&C coach
– Shaun Jayachandran, Product Advisor, GameRun.ai
– Dr Marco Nunez, Former Head Athletic Trainer, LA Lakers (NBA)
– Devan McConnell, High Performance Director, Utah Mammoth (NHL)
– Carlos Del Barro, Experienced Sports scientist, Atletico Madrid (Laliga)
– Josh Harris, M.S., Performance Solutions Manager, Myocene

Moderator: Julien Blin, CEO, Upside Global

15:40 pm – 16.20 pm

Panel discussion

Title: Rehab panel: Key metrics, The Science of Comebacks

Summary:
– Highlighting new technologies like AI-driven rehab programs, regenerative medicine, and advanced wearables for tracking recovery. Are we measuring the right things (Cognitive, motor skills)?
– Challenging traditional return-to-play benchmarks and exploring new data-driven approaches to assessing readiness.

Participants:

– Kim Brouzes, CEO, Kinmetrix
– Dr Andy Barr, Founder, Quantum Movement
– Erin Angelini, Director of Rehabilitation, Orlando Pride (NWSL)
– Joe Rogowski, Athletic Heart CEO, Former NBPA Chief Medical Officer
– Gordon Waddington, Australian Institute of Sport/University of Canberra Professor of Sports Medicine Research, Co-founder, Prism Neuro

Moderator: Len Zaichkowsky, PhD, Retired Professor, World-class’ sports biofeedback expert, Boston University

Title: Rehab panel: Key metrics, The Science of Comebacks

Summary:
– Highlighting new technologies like AI-driven rehab programs, regenerative medicine, and advanced wearables for tracking recovery.
– Are we measuring the right things (Cognitive, motor skills)?
– Challenging traditional return-to-play benchmarks and exploring new data-driven approaches to assessing readiness.

Participants:
– Kim Brouzes, CEO, Kinmetrix
– Erin Angelini, Director of Rehabilitation, Orlando Pride (NWSL)
– DaeSean Hamilton, former NFL player for the Denver Broncos and Miami Dolphins (NFL)
– Joe Rogowski, Athletic Heart CEO, Former NBPA Chief Medical Officer
– Gordon Waddington, Australian Institute of Sport/University of Canberra Professor of Sports Medicine Research, Co-founder, Prism Neuro
– Thomas Mitchell DC, CCSP, Clinic Director, Chicago Institute for Health & Wellness and Senior Vice President of Exercise Science & Performance at Maxxx-Force.

Moderator: Len Zaichkowsky, PhD, Retired Professor, World-class’ sports biofeedback expert, Boston University

15:00

PANEL DISCUSSION

Sports tech investments: Is AI the next gold rush?

– Is AI the next gold rush in the sports tech investment world?
– What does the ideal exit strategy look like for a sports tech startup: IPO, acquisition by a larger tech company, or merger with a sports organization?
– How has the post-pandemic landscape shaped investment opportunities in sports technology?

Participants:

– Konrad von Moltke, Principal, WISE Ventures
– Andrew Hippert, Investment Principal, NY Techstars Sports Accelerator
– Myles Grote, Partner, Elevate Partners
– Hampus Frisen, Head of Investments, Sport Republic

Moderator: Jimmy Ku, Partner, 10X Capital

16.20  – 17.00

Panel Discussion

Title: Winning Plays: Unlocking ROI in Sports Tech Investments

Summary:
– Beyond the hype, what are the real opportunities for return on investment in sports tech? This panel of experienced VCs will dissect the key metrics that drive successful sports tech investments.
– They’ll discuss due diligence, valuation, exit strategies, and the long-term potential of various sports tech sectors, offering valuable insights for both seasoned investors and those looking to break into the market.
– Is AI the next gold rush in the sports tech investment world?

Participants:
– Wayne Kimmel, Managing Partner, SeventySix Capital
– Meredith McPherron, CEO & Managing Partner, Drive by DraftKings
– Konrad von Moltke, Principal, WISE Ventures – Ryan Murphy, Former olympic athlete (Team USA / Swimming) & Investor, NVP.
– Ian Seltzer, Principal, Pierce Yates Ventures

Moderator: Jeff Hintz, Executive Director, Sports Tech HQ

Title: Winning Plays: Unlocking ROI in Sports Tech Investments

Summary:
– Beyond the hype, what are the real opportunities for return on investment in sports tech? This panel of experienced VCs will dissect the key metrics that drive successful sports tech investments. They’ll discuss due diligence, valuation, exit strategies, and the long-term potential of various sports tech sectors, offering valuable insights for both seasoned investors and those looking to break into the market.
– Is AI the next gold rush in the sports tech investment world?

Participants:
– Wayne Kimmel, Managing Partner, SeventySix Capital
– Meredith McPherron, CEO & Managing Partner, Drive by DraftKings
– Joshua A. Bonhotal, Director, Sequence Equity
– Konrad von Moltke, Principal, WISE Ventures
– Ryan Murphy, Former olympic athlete (Team USA / Swimming) & Investor, NVP.
– Ian Seltzer, Principal, Pierce Yates Ventures

Moderator: Jeff Hintz, Executive Director, Sports Tech HQ

16:20

Panel Discussion

Winning Plays: Unlocking ROI in Sports Tech Investments

– Beyond the hype, what are the real opportunities for return on investment in sports tech?

This panel of experienced VCs will dissect the key metrics that drive successful sports tech investments. They’ll discuss due diligence, valuation, exit strategies, and the long-term potential of various sports tech sectors, offering valuable insights for both seasoned investors and those looking to break into the market.

Participants:

– Wayne Kimmel, Managing Partner, SeventySix Capital
– Meredith McPherron, CEO & Managing Partner, Drive by DraftKings
– Matt Howard, Principal, KB Partners
– CiCi Bellis, Founder & General Partner, Cartan Capital
– Joshua A. Bonhotal, Director, Sequence Equity
– Simon Sokol, VP, Relay Ventures

Moderator: Julien Blin, CEO, Upside Global

17:00 – 17:40

PANEL DISCUSSION

Title: Women in sports:

Summary:
– What types of emerging technologies for women teams and athletes will be see in the future? What are the main challenges faced by women teams today?
– What can we do to increate the number of research towards women teams?

Participants:
– David Gil, Performance Lab Director, VERT Sports.
– Cory Price, Director of Medical & Performance, Orlando Pride (NWSL)
– Mary Vander Heiden, Owner of MVH Sports Medicine, LLC, and Head Athletic Trainer for the Arlington Renegades (UFL)

Moderator: Erwin Benedict Valencia, Former Medical, Performance & Wellness Lead, New York Knicks (NBA)

17:40 – 18:20

PANEL DISCUSSION

Title: The Art and Science of Coaching

Participants:
– Zack Evenden, ATP coach
– Coach Charles Klask, NBA Coach (Ex Denver Nuggets)
– Mark Strickland, Former NBA player & coach, ex Miami Heat
– Federico Boscarino, ATP/WTA Coach
– Brandon Epstein, High-Performance Mental Coach (UFC..)

Moderator: Dean Riddle, Chief Strategy Officer (CSO), Action Apps

Title: The Art and Science of Coaching

Participants:
– Zack Evenden, ATP coach
– Coach Charles Klask, NBA Coach (Ex Denver Nuggets)
– Mark Strickland, Former NBA player & coach, ex Miami Heat
– Federico Boscarino, ATP/WTA Coach

Moderator: Dean Riddle, Chief Strategy Officer (CSO), Action Apps

17:40 – 18:15

PANEL DISCUSSION

Title: Women in sports:

Summary:
– What types of emerging technologies for women teams and athletes will be see in the future? What are the main challenges faced by women teams today?
– What can we do to increate the number of research towards women teams?

Participants:
– David Gil, Performance Lab Director, VERT Sports.
– Kianna Smith, former WNBA plater, LA Sparks (WNBA)
– Cory Price, Director of Medical & Performance, Orlando Pride (NWSL)

Moderator: Julien Blin, CEO, Upside Global

18:20 – 19:00

CLOSING KEYNOTE

Speakers:
– Kyle Harris, BrainLit AB CEO
– Alex Rodrigo, Senior Advisor, Global Sports, Entertainment & Venue Strategy, Xvisory

19:00 – 20:00

AFTER PARTY

Speakers

  • Meredith McPherron

    CEO & Managing Partner
    Drive by DraftKings

  • David Iglesias

    CCO
    ThermoHuman

  • Konrad von Moltke

    Principal
    WISE Ventures

  • Richard Albright

    CEO
    Summus Medical Laser

  • Erin Angelini

    Director of Rehabilitation
    Orlando Pride (NWSL)

  • Gonzalo Rodriguez Garcia

    Director of the Health & Performance Department

  • Dr Thomas Mitchell

    Clinic Director
    SVP, Exercise Science & Performance
    Maxxx-Force / Chicago Institute for Health & Wellness

  • Cory Price

    Director of Medical & Performance
    Orlando Pride (NWSL)

  • Jeff Hintz

    Executive Director Sports Tech HQ

  • Robert Mazzucchelli

    Co-Founder, Chairman & CMO
    SportsEdTV

  • Dr. Stefan Valdes

    Experienced NBA & NFL S&C coach
    Doctor of Physical Therapy (DPT)

  • Robert Hull

    CFO
    Panini America

  • Zack Evenden

    Experienced performance coach
    ATP (Pro Tennis)

  • André Antonelli

    CEO
    Machina Sports

  • Coach Charles Klask

    NBA Coach
    Ex Denver Nuggets

  • Dr. Zacharias Papadakis

    PhD, FACSM, Associate Professor of Exercise Physiology &
    Wellness and Director of the Human Performance Laboratory
    Barry University (NCAA)

  • Athan Kollias

    Founder & CEO

    Kinvent

  • Shaun Jayachandran

    Product Advisor
    GameRun.ai

  • Carlos del Barrio

    Physical Therapist
    Atletico Madrid (Laliga)

  • Julien Blin

    CEO
    Upside Global

  • DaeSean Hamilton

    Former NFL player
    Denver Broncos / Miami Dolphins (NFL)

  • Wayne Kimmel

    Managing Partner
    SeventySix Capital

  • Brandon Epstein

    High-Performance Mental Coach (UFC..)

  • David Gil

    Performance Lab Director

  • Bill Chapman

    Emmy® Award-winning live director and producer
    Warner Bros. Discovery

  • Kyle Harris

    CEO
    BrainLit AB

  • Len Zaichkowsky, PhD

    Retired Professor, World-class’ sports biofeedback expert
    Boston University

  • Chris Pfaff

    CEO
    Chris Pfaff Tech/Media LLC

  • Dr Brian Moore

    CEO
    Orreco

  • Dr. Reuben F. Burch V, Ph.D.

    VP for Research
    Texas Christian University (TCU / NCAA)

  • Josh Harris

    Performance Solutions Manager
    Myocene

  • Dr Tony Ricci

    Assistant Professor, Exercise and Sports Science,
    Nova Southeastern University (NCAA)

  • Devan McConnell

    High Performance Director Utah Mammoth (NHL)

  • Pawel Osterreicher

    Co-Founder & CEO Respo.Vision

  • Ian Seltzer

    Principal
    Pierce Yates Ventures

  • Dean Riddle

    Chief Strategy Officer (CSO)
    Action Apps

  • Ryan Murphy

    Former olympic athlete (Team USA / Swimming)
    Investor, Norwest

  • Mary Vander Heiden

    Owner – MVH Sports Medicine, LLC
    Head Athletic Trainer – Arlington Renegades (UFL)

  • Emma Meehan

    Founder, CEO & CTO,
    Precision Sports Technology

  • Dr Marco Nunez

    Former Head Athletic Trainer
    LA Lakers (NBA)

  • Kim Brouzes

    CEO
    Kinmetrix

  • Dr Martin O’Reilly

    CEO
    Output Sports

  • Mark Strickland

    Former NBA player & coach
    ex Miami Heat / Brooklyn Nets (NBA)

  • Steven Lund

    Head of Sales
    Cerbrec

  • Erwin Benedict Valencia

    Master of Ceremony
    Former Medical, Performance & Wellness Lead
    New York Knicks (NBA)

  • Steven Simmons

    COO
    NILENT

  • Nick Soto

    Assistant S&C coach
    University of Miami (NCAA)

  • Federico Boscarino

    ATP/WTA Coach

  • Joe Rogowski

    Athletic Heart CEO
    Former NBPA Chief Medical Officer

  • Gordon Waddington

    Australian Institute of Sport/University of Canberra Professor of Sports
    Medicine Research Co-founder
    Prism Neuro

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Upside global is a leading a sports tech organization that brings innovation (AMS, sleep tech, injury prevention tools, hydration /electrolyte assessment device ) and insights (vendor survey reports, vendor analysis..) to pro teams (PSG, Arsenal FC, Chelsea FC, Brooklyn Nets/NBA, Penguins/NHL, NY Mets/MLB, Boston RedSox/MLB, 49ers/NFL..).

The Upside recently launched the Upside Tech Scouting platform, the world’s first platform providing granular anonymized team data on specific teams (NBA, NFL, MLB, NCAA, Premier League, Laliga, Ligue 1, Bundesliga, national teams, Olympic teams, pro rugby, pro tennis..). For each team profile, users can see critical information provided by teams such as their annual sports performance budget, the vendor(s) that they are currently using, their rating per vendor and the price range that they are paying for each vendor.