Campus Athletics Facilities Summit - June 12-14, 2022

Conference Details
Agenda
Hotel Information
Registration & Sponsorship

Enhancing the Student Athlete Experience

College athletics is a constantly evolving area. Recruiting student athletes is more than just having championships; it’s the academics, the look, the feel and pride of a school. And what reflects an athletic brand more than its facilities?

The Campus Athletics Facilities Summit (CAFS) is the premier conference for Division I college and university Athletic Directors focused on the enhancement of facilities and event operations. The professional development aspect provides real-world and practical insights from peer-to-peer collaborative sessions and organic conversations. The networking and meetings provide ideal solutions to your challenges. Take this opportunity to learn new ideas, discuss strategies and examine approaches to supporting college-level athletic facilities.

Be part of the movement that initiates the change.

Exclusive for 2022 – Tour San Jose State University and Santa Clara University!

The Summit Experience

12:00pm	Registration Opens Sponsored by John Thomas Design
2:00 - 5:00pm	Tour – San Jose State University
5:30pm	Welcome Cocktail Reception Bourbon Tasting – Sponsored by MillerZell
6:30pm	Opening Session
7:30pm	Dinner & Opening Remarks Presented by Ian White, Sales Manager - Live Events, Entertainment & Spectaculars, Samsung Electronics America

7:15am	Breakfast & Itinerary Pick Up
8:00am	How to do More with Less and While Managing Expectations Kortne Gosha, Senior Associate Athletic Director, Facilities & Operations, Tulane University
8:50am	One-on-One Meetings
10:25am	Strategic Planning and Project Management Frantzer LeBlanc, Vice President of Event Services, UBS Arena
11:15am	One-on-One Meetings
12:45pm	Luncheon
1:45pm	Overcoming University Bureaucracy Eric Sabin, Associate AD, Facility Management & Capital Projects, Clemson University Michael Turner, Senior Associate AD, Facilities and Game Operations, University of Nevada, Reno
2:35pm	One-on-One Meetings
4:10pm	AD Perspective: Cultivating Coach-Facility Relationships Tom Buning, Athletic Director, Chaminade University
5:00pm	One-on-One Meetings & Happy Hour
6:45pm	Dinner Reception

8:00am	Breakfast
8:30am	P3 Partnerships & The New Sports Landscape Melvin Robinson, Former Assistant Athletic Director, University of Georgia, Director of Sports & Higher Education, AECOM
9:20am	One-on-One Meetings
10:55am	Panel: Enhancing Fan Engagement & Experiences Moderator Melvin Robinson, Former Assistant Athletic Director, University of Georgia, Director of Sports & Higher Education, AECOM Panelists David Salomon, Assistant Athletic Director/Facilities and Operations, St. John's University Michael Turner, Senior Associate AD, Facilities and Game Operations, University of Nevada, Reno
11:45am	Roundtables & Closing Lunch
	1. Financing Projects with Limited Funding
	2. Rebuilding After the Storm
	3. What’s New: Game Day Event Management
12:30 - 3:00pm	Tour – Santa Clara University

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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. To participate as a sponsor, contact summits@opalgroup.net

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

Opening Keynote

Presented by

Ellis Wyms, Super Bowl Champion & Former Defensive Lineman for the NFL

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

Excellent programs with good variety of topics and knowledgeable presenters. Deputy AD

Colorado State University

It was just what I was looking for in my first conference since stepping into this new role. It was 3 days packed with information, ideas, stories, etc. I took a lot from it and made a lot of contacts. Assistant AD for Facilities and Game Operations

University of Texas Arlington

Overall, I felt like this was a good experience. I learned some day to day facility and operations difficulties from Universities of all sizes. I also made some good connections with vendors as well. Associate Director of Athletics for Internal Operations

Valparaiso University

Being a first time attendee I really enjoyed the tours, conference and the meetings with the vendors. I came away with some really good information for some current projects, but also ideas for the future. Assistant AD- Athletic Facilities

University of Iowa

The 2019 Campus Athletics Facilities Summit was a great event. It brought together professionals as well as vendors in a unique setting and I truly enjoyed my educational experience. Associate Director of Athletics for Facilities, Operations and Events

The Holy Cross College

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