Campus Athletics Facilities Summit 2019

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Hotel Information
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College athletics has evolved over the years and recruiting student athletes is more than just having championships, it’s the look, feel and pride of a school. And what reflects an athletic brand more than its facilities?

The Campus Athletics Facilities Summit (CAFS) is an invitation-only conference for Athletic Directors and Associate Athletic Directors from Division I colleges and universities to learn new ideas and discuss strategies and approaches to supporting college-level athletic facilities. Be part of the change that initiates the change in your athletic facilities.

12:00pm	Registration
2:00pm	Tour of Georgia State University Georgia State University
5:30pm	Welcome Cocktail Reception
6:30pm	The Ups & Downs of Athletic Facility Event Management John Diffley, Deputy Athletic Director, St. John’s University Tom Gabbard, Senior Associate Athletics Director, Facilities & Operations, Virginia Tech Stan Williamson, Deputy Director of Athletics, Houston Baptist University
7:30pm	Dinner Reception

7:15am	Breakfast & Itinerary Pick-up
8:00am	Tackling Major Challenges in Financing Capital Projects Murphy’s Law in Facilities Steve Cottingham, Senior Associate Athletic Director for Business Operations/CFO, Colorado State University Doug Max, Senior Associate Athletic Director for Facilities & Engineering, Colorado State University Melvin Robinson, Assistant Athletic Director of Facilities & Operations, University of Georgia
8:50am	One-on-One Meetings
10:25am	Retrofitting Existing Facilities Designing Northwestern’s Indoor Practice Facility Patrick Hatcher, Associate Athletic Director of Facilities & Operations, Georgia State University Doug Justice, Senior Associate AD & Chief of Staff, Georgia State University Brian Baptiste, Deputy Director of Athletics Capital Projects and Operations, Northwestern University
11:15am	One-on-One Meetings
12:45pm	Luncheon
1:30pm	Tuning your Campus for Gen Z: A Quick Start Guide John Roberson, CEO, Advent
2:20pm	Implementing an Alcohol Policy Kortne Gosha, Associate Athletic Director of Facilities, University of Miami
3:10pm	One-on-One Meetings
5:00pm	Tour and Dinner at the University of Georgia & Reception University of Georgia

7:45am	Breakfast
8:15am	Bait and Switch – Capital Construction Challenges Jim Senter, Athletic Director, University of Texas at El Paso Daniel Garcia, Assistant Athletic Director for Internal Operations, University of Texas at El Paso
9:05am	One-on-One Meetings
11:10am	Securing Your Facilities – Trends for Large & Small Events Lou Marciani, National Director, National Center for Spectator Sports Safety and Security, University of Southern Mississippi
12:00pm	Roundtables & Working Lunch
1:00pm	Tour of Georgia Tech Georgia Tech

Sheraton Atlanta Hotel

165 Courtland St NE, Atlanta, GA

The Campus Athletics Facilities Summit is an invitation-only meeting for athletic directors responsible for the planning, design, construction and operations of their athletic facilities. Registrations are complimentary for qualified participants and include 2 nights of accommodations at the conference resort, meals, networking functions and participation in the full conference program. Solution providers are able to attend through sponsorship. Categories are limited to three companies.

To learn more about participating, please contact summits@opalgroup.net

Topics Will Include
Highlights

Financing
Succession Planning
Budgets
Capital Planning
Master Planning
Talent Management & Development
Community Planning
Security Implementation
Emergency Preparedness
Game Day Experience
Preventative Maintenance Planning
Security Management for Large & Small Events
Facility Improvements
Digital Fan Experience

Prescheduled One-to-One Meetings:
Each participating solution provider and attendees will have pre-summit access to our matching software that allows you to completely customize your meeting agenda. The password protected website provides the information needed to make your selections on who you want to meet with.
Exceptional Networking Opportunities
We strive to maximize your face-to-face time by providing a multitude of avenues to engage with all attendees. The agenda incorporates cocktail receptions, networking lunches and a specially selected dinner and tours of local athletic facilities. Leverage the meeting’s relaxed atmosphere and after hours networking activities to build strong personal relationships with current and future clients.

Industry Representation
Testimonials

Attendees have requested to meet with companies in the following categories:

Architecture
AV Systems
Bleachers/Seating/Furniture
Concessions
Scoreboard/Display Systems
Energy Management
Exhibits/Hall of Fame
Finance
Branding/Graphics
Gym Equipment
Lighting
Locker Systems
Luxury Suites
Parking
Playing Surfaces/Flooring
Scoring Tables
Security Systems
Signage
Smart Devices/Tablets
Turf
Wall Treatments
Wifi/Wireless

This summit was very beneficial to me. It reminded me that we need to continue to value our facilities and staff who are responsible for these critical assets. The experience will make me look at some things differently. Executive Associate AD

University of Texas at Austin

The overall experience was amazing. It far surpassed my expectations. Normally, it is hard to engage in genuine conversations with representatives that are open and truly interested in your product/company. The way the summit allowed true vendor/client integration is second to none. Whether it was keynote speaker sessions, socials, dinners, roundtables, we had exposure from the time we set foot in the hotel. In my 7+ years in my industry, I have never experienced a conference/show/summit like this one. Sales Executive

Shield Lockers

Great venue and very well organized. Thought folks were well cared for and things flowed well. I like the one-on-one with vendors. Chief of Staff

Air Force Academy

As a first time attendee, I knew I would enjoy the speakers and but really found the one on one meeting with vendors to as productive. The flow from program to vendor meeting was easy and allowed a break from each as the time at each was just right. Sr. Associate AD/Event & Facility Operations

Mississippi State University

Great event this year. Quality meetings – pace was excellent, no one felt pressured. There were many open dialogues. CAFS is one of the best events I attend. North American Manager

BOSE Professional

I thought CAFS was very good, I definitely like the one-on-one meetings with vendors that you have slotted out inbetween the speakers. Associate Athletic Director

Florida International University

Thoroughly enjoyed it. The vendors and attendees have a great opportunity to meet and discuss products. I try to explain to other associates in the business that it is far from being a hard sell. Associate Athletic Director

Sacramento State University

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