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2025 Program

Unless otherwise noted, all events will take place at the Greater Columbus Convention Center.
All times shown are Eastern Time.

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06:15 AM
  1. Bus Loading and Transportation to TEAMS Invitational Golf Tournament
    15 mins
    Buses will depart at 6:30 a.m. for the TEAMS Invitational Golf Tournament. 
08:30 AM
  1. TEAMS Invitational Golf Tournament
    The Golf Club of Dublin
    420 mins

    Join fellow TEAMS ’25 participants for an unforgettable round of golf, build lasting connections, and kick off the conference in style at the TEAMS Invitational Golf Tournament. As the Midwest’s only true links golf course, the Golf Club of Dublin is an award-winning course, which offers a unique blend of classic design and modern challenge.  The course transports golfers to a traditional European setting. Whether you’re a casual golfer or a seasoned low-handicapper, you’ll find generous fairways balanced by strategic water hazards and over 70 meticulously crafted bunkers.

    Reserve your spot today and get ready to tee off at the Golf Club of Dublin!

    Transportation to and from the golf course, green fees, breakfast, lunch, and prizes are all included. Golf club rentals are available if needed (rate to come). To register contact a TEAMS representative by clicking here. 

    Sponsored by:
    Traveling Teams   Hamilton   inn play

12:00 PM
  1. TEAMS Registration Center
    300 mins
    All attendees are required to visit the TEAMS ’25 Registration Center to pick up their credentials, which must be shown for all TEAMS sessions, transportation and social functions.

    Traveling Teams

  2. TEAMS Welcome Center
    300 mins
    Need a place to meet up? Connect with business colleagues old and new in a relaxed setting at the TEAMS Welcome Center.

    Visit Myrtle Beach Regional Sports Alliance

05:00 PM
  1. Happy Hour for Event Rights Holders
    90 mins

    This happy hour will be an opportunity for sports-organization representatives to connect with each other in a relaxed, informal setting. 

    Open to NGB representatives and other event rights holders only.

    Sponsored by:

    FortWorth

07:00 PM
  1. Sports ETA Young Professionals Happy Hour
    120 mins
    Open to members of the Sports ETA Young Professionals Community only.
07:00 AM
  1. TEAMS Registration Center
    600 mins
    All attendees are required to visit the TEAMS ’25 Registration Center to pick up their credentials, which must be shown for all TEAMS sessions, transportation and social functions.

    Traveling Teams

  2. TEAMS Welcome Center
    600 mins
    Need a place to meet up? Connect with business colleagues old and new in a relaxed setting at the TEAMS Welcome Center.

    Myrtle

08:00 AM
  1. Exhibitor Set-Up
    360 mins
  2. NGB Breakfast
    60 mins
    Open to USOPC National Governing Bodies only.

    Sponsored by:

    Richmond

08:30 AM
  1. Sports ETA STS Certification Session
    120 mins

    All Sports Events & Tourism Association members seeking their STS designation — and those not currently members of Sports ETA — can register for this exclusive education session. More information will be available soon.

10:30 AM
  1. TEAMS Educational Sessions
    45 mins
11:15 AM
  1. TEAMS Educational Sessions
    45 mins
12:00 PM
  1. Exclusive NGB Luncheon
    60 mins
    Open to USOPC National Governing Bodies and other invitees.

    Sponsored by:

    Frisco

01:00 PM
  1. TEAMS Attendee Training
    60 mins
    If you’re new to TEAMS or are in need of a refresher, you’ll want to attend this fast-paced briefing on how to maximize the productivity and business success of your TEAMS experience. Hear from veteran attendees from both the host city and event organizer perspectives on how to make the most of your time at TEAMS.

    Sponsored by:

    Bahamas

02:00 PM
  1. Networking Break
    15 mins
02:15 PM
  1. TEAMS/SportsLink Opening General Session
    60 mins
    Welcome to TEAMS ’25! In this Opening Session that serves as a kickoff for TEAMS and the USOPC’s SportsLink program, receive welcomes from Jason Gewirtz, vice president and managing director of the No ...
    Sponsored by:

    Utah Sports Commission
03:15 PM
  1. Networking Break
    15 mins
03:30 PM
  1. Event Organizer Marketplace
    90 mins
    During this fast-paced reverse trade show, meet with event organizers to fill available spots on your appointment schedule or discuss other times to meet during TEAMS. The marketplace is designed for ...
05:00 PM
  1. TEAMS Expo Happy Hour
    60 mins
    Enjoy a relaxing, unstructured hour on the TEAMS Expo Floor, getting to know key contacts in the sports-event industry whom you haven’t met and reintroducing yourself to the people you do know.

    Sponsored by:

    Valley Forge

07:00 PM
  1. Exclusive NGB Welcome Reception
    60 mins
    This pre-celebration reception is for members of the USOPC family as an opportunity to network informally before the TEAMS ’25 Opening Party.  Open to USOPC National Governing Bodies and by invite onl ...

    Sponsored by:

    Charlotte

     

08:00 PM
  1. TEAMS '25 Opening Celebration
    120 mins

    Sponsored by:

    Columbus     

     

06:30 AM
  1. Mississippi Mornings Fitness Session
    60 mins

    Sponsored by:

    Mississippi

07:00 AM
  1. TEAMS Registration Center
    630 mins
    All attendees are required to visit the TEAMS ’25 Registration Center to pick up their credentials, which must be shown for all TEAMS sessions, transportation and social functions.

    Traveling Teams

  2. TEAMS Welcome Center
    630 mins
    Need a place to meet up? Connect with business colleagues old and new in a relaxed setting at the TEAMS Welcome Center.

    Visit Myrtle Beach Regional Sports Alliance

08:00 AM
  1. Morning Hospitality
    60 mins

    Sponsored by:

    OVG

08:15 AM
  1. SportsLink/TEAMS Session 1: NGB Updates
    45 mins
    SportsLink sessions are open to all TEAMS attendees.
09:00 AM
  1. TEAMS Exhibit Hall Open
    150 mins
    One-on-one appointments will held on the expo floor.
11:30 AM
  1. Networking Break
    15 mins
11:45 AM
  1. SportsTravel Awards Luncheon
    75 mins
    Join your fellow attendees as we announce the winners of the 2025 SportsTravel Awards in this celebration of the sports-event industry. The National Congress of State Games will also present its Athle ...

    Sponsored by:

    ASM Global

01:00 PM
  1. Networking Break
    15 mins
01:15 PM
  1. TEAMS Exhibit Hall Open
    120 mins
    One-on-one appointments will held on the expo floor.. This portion of the TEAMS Expo will feature 30 minutes of non-appointment time, which will include the opportunity to learn at the TEAMS Trends Showcase. 
03:15 PM
  1. Networking Break
    15 mins
03:30 PM
  1. SportsLink/TEAMS Session 2
    40 mins

    SportsLink sessions are open to all TEAMS attendees.

04:10 PM
  1. Networking Break
    10 mins
04:20 PM
  1. TEAMS Educational Sessions
    40 mins
05:00 PM
  1. Networking Happy Hour
    60 mins
    Continue your networking by joining us for a networking happy hour. 

    Sponsored by:

    Branson

06:00 PM
  1. Open Evening
    240 mins
    This is your opportunity to enjoy an open night and discover all that Columbus has to offer! 
10:00 PM
  1. TEAMS Late-Night Lounge
    119 mins
    Complete your night out in Columbus and rejoin fellow TEAMS ’25 attendees at the TEAMS Late-Night Lounge, the extended-hours networking opportunity pioneered by the TEAMS Conference.
    Sponsored by:
    Kentucky Sports Alliance
06:30 AM
  1. Mississippi Mornings Fitness Session
    60 mins

    Sponsored by:

    Mississippi

08:00 AM
  1. TEAMS Registration Center
    540 mins
    All attendees are required to visit the TEAMS ’25 Registration Center to pick up their credentials, which must be shown for all TEAMS sessions, transportation and social functions.

    Traveling Teams

  2. TEAMS Welcome Center
    540 mins
    Need a place to meet up? Connect with business colleagues old and new in a relaxed setting at the TEAMS Welcome Center.

    Visit Myrtle Beach Regional Sports Alliance

  3. Morning Hospitality
    60 mins
09:00 AM
  1. TEAMS Exhibit Hall Open
    120 mins
    One-on-one appointments will held on the expo floor. This portion of the TEAMS Expo will feature 30 minutes of non-appointment time, which will include the opportunity to learn at the TEAMS Trends Showcase.
11:00 AM
  1. Networking Break
    15 mins
11:15 AM
  1. SportsLink/TEAMS Session 3
    35 mins

    SportsLink sessions are open to all TEAMS attendees.

11:50 AM
  1. SportsLink Networking Break
    15 mins
12:05 PM
  1. SportsLink/TEAMS Session 4
    40 mins

    SportsLink sessions are open to all TEAMS attendees. Lunches will be available to attendees of this session.

12:45 PM
  1. Networking Break
    15 mins
01:00 PM
  1. TEAMS '25 Closing General Session
    60 mins
    Our closing general session will set the stage for next year’s TEAMS and beyond. Attendees will receive a special invitation to TEAMS Europe, March 17–19, 2026 in Birmingham, England, and TEAMS ’26, O ...
    Sponsored by:
    Birmingham    Sports Milwaukee    PItt    Visit AC   AC sports    Knoxville    Des Moines
02:00 PM
  1. Networking Break
    15 mins
02:15 PM
  1. TEAMS Exhibit Hall Open
    165 mins
    One-on-one appointments will held on the expo floor.

     

     

05:00 PM
  1. Exhibitor Tear Down
    120 mins
08:00 PM
  1. TEAMS '25 Closing Party
    120 mins
    Celebrate the end of TEAMS ’25, courtesy of our future host cities, as we look forward to TEAMS ’26 and beyond!

    Sponsored by:
    Birmingham   Sports Milwaukee   PItt   Visit AC  AC sports   Knoxville   Des Moines


    Event Organizer Incentive Contest Sponsored by:

    Puerto Rico

 

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