Some of the participating teams
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
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 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.
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:
–Stevland Wilson, VP, Postproduction, Design & Animation, Monumental Sports & Entertainment (MSE)
– 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)
– Dave 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
15:20 pm – 16.00 pm
Panel discussion
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
– 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.
– Kianna Smith, former WNBA plater, LA Sparks (WNBA)
– Cory Price, Director of Medical & Performance, Orlando Pride (NWSL)
Moderator: Julien Blin, CEO, Upside Global
17:40 – 18:20
CLOSING KEYNOTE
Kyle Harris, CEO, BrainLit AB
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
THE ART OF COACHING
Panel of The Art and Science of Coaching
Participants:
– Zack Evenden, ATP coach
– Coach Charles Klask, NBA Coach (Ex Denver Nuggets)
Moderator: Dean Riddle, Chief Strategy Officer (CSO), Action Apps
19:00 – 20:00
AFTER PARTY
Speakers
Dr. Zacharias Papadakis
PhD, FACSM, Associate Professor of Exercise Physiology &
Wellness and Director of the Human Performance Laboratory
Barry University (NCAA)
Robert Hull
CFO
Panini America
Josh Harris
Performance Solutions Manager
Myocene
Kim Brouzes
CEO
Kinmetrix
Joe Rogowski
Athletic Heart CEO
Former NBPA Chief Medical Officer
André Antonelli
CEO
Machina Sports
Steven Simmons
COO
NILENT
Chris Pfaff
CEO
Chris Pfaff Tech/Media LLC
Coach Charles Klask
NBA Coach
Ex Denver Nuggets
Julien Blin
CEO
Upside Global
Joshua A. Bonhotal
Director
Sequence Equity
Gordon Waddington
Australian Institute of Sport/University of Canberra Professor of Sports
Medicine Research Co-founder
Prism Neuro
Zack Evenden
Experienced performance coach
ATP (Pro Tennis)
Dr Brian Moore
CEO
Orreco
Cory Price
Director of Medical & Performance
Orlando Pride (NWSL)
Steven Lund
Head of Sales
Cerbrec
David Gil
Performance Lab Director
Emma Meehan
Founder, CEO & CTO,
Precision Sports Technology
Bill Chapman
Emmy® Award-winning live director and producer
Warner Bros. Discovery
Dr Marco Nunez
Former Head Athletic Trainer
LA Lakers (NBA)
Dr Bill Burgos
CEO & Former NBA S&C Coach
LONU
Ryan Murphy
Former Olympic athlete (Team USA Swimming)
Investor
NVP
Stevland Wilson
VP, Postproduction, Design & Animation
Monumental Sports & Entertainment (MSE)
Konrad von Moltke
Principal
WISE Ventures
Richard Albright
CEO
Summus Medical Laser
Dr. Reuben F. Burch V
Ph.D.,
Associate VP for Research
Mississippi State University
Dr. Stefan Valdes
Experienced NBA & NFL S&C coach
Doctor of Physical Therapy (DPT)
Athan Kollias
Founder & CEO
Kinvent
Gonzalo Rodriguez Garcia
Director of the Health & Performance Department
Len Zaichkowsky, PhD
Retired Professor, World-class’ sports biofeedback expert
Boston University
Jeff Hintz
Executive Director Sports Tech HQ
Erwin Benedict Valencia
Master of CeremonyFormer Medical, Performance & Wellness LeadNew York Knicks (NBA)
Dr Tony Ricci
Assistant Professor, Exercise and Sports Science,
Nova Southeastern University (NCAA)
Shaun Jayachandran
Product Advisor
GameRun.ai
Carlos del Barrio
Physical TherapistAtletico Madrid (Laliga)
Nick Soto
Assistant S&C coach
University of Miami (NCAA)
David Iglesias
CCO
ThermoHuman
Pawel Osterreicher
Co-Founder & CEO Respo.Vision
Dr Martin O’Reilly
CEO
Output Sports
Dave McConnell
High Performance Director Utah Mammoth (NHL)
Kyle Harris
CEO
BrainLit AB
Wayne Kimmel
Managing Partner
SeventySix Capital
Erin Angelini
Director of Rehabilitation
Orlando Pride (NWSL)
Dean Riddle
Chief Strategy Officer (CSO)
Action Apps
Ian Seltzer
Principal
Pierce Yates Ventures
Meredith McPherron
CEO & Managing Partner
Drive by DraftKings
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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..).
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