The Digital Transformation of Sports
October 18 at 11:30 am PDT/2:30 pm EDT
Digital technology has become an increasingly powerful tool in efficiently running operations, maximizing on-field performance, creating winning cultures, establishing stronger brands, and improving the on-site fan experience. In our challenging social media era, technology is also crucial in enhancing direct communication with fans, businesses, and advertising partners. The flip side of social media is that can be a mine field where controversies or media crises can pop up instantly. This panel of team owners will discuss the innovative ways their teams are using technology to drive fan engagement and strengthen their franchises.
Moderator
Liz Habib
Professor of Broadcast and Digital Journalism, Journalist, Sports Anchor, S.I. Newhouse School of Public Communications, Syracuse University
Speakers
Todd Boehly
Co-Founder, Chairman and CEO, Eldridge
Andrew Paradise
CEO and Founder, Skillz
Paul Rabil
Co-founder and Chief Marketing Officer, Premier Lacrosse League
Joe Tsai
Co-founder and Executive Vice Chairman, Alibaba Group; Governor, Brooklyn Nets and New York Liberty; Co-founder, Joe and Clara Tsai Foundation
Julie Uhrman
Founder and President, Angel City Football Club