Panel 1: Sports Media Literacy

Topic: How do we talk about college sports now?

Moderator: Avery Muir, event marketing and partnerships associate, Talladega Superspeedway

Panelists: 

Steven Godfrey, columnist, The Washington Post 

Dr. Nicky Lewis, associate professor, Indiana University 

Cole Price, director, Advantage Center & NIL Partnerships, Crimson Tide Sports Marketing 

Panel 2: Fantasy Sports and Sports Betting

Topic: What is the connection between fantasy sports and sports betting?

Moderator: Dr. Emily Dirks, research consultant, Qualtrics 

Panelists: 

Eliot Crist, CEO, Fantasy Life 

Dr. Brody Ruihley, associate professor, Miami University 

Cruz Oxenreider, Viceroy Social Media Coordinator, Barstool Sports 

Panel 3: Esports and Video Gaming

Topic: Are video games GOOD for you now?

Moderator: Dr. Josh Jackson, assistant professor, Louisiana State University 

Panelists: 

Dr. Nick Bowman, associate professor, Syracuse University 

Michael Chaves, professional esports player and owner, Status Quo 

John Davidson, board chair, Esports Trade Association 

Panel 4: Sport and Technology

Topic: How has technology changed the fan experience?

Moderator: CamiLee Downey, marketing and public relations professional 

Panelists: 

Taryn Fink, manager of event marketing, NASCAR 

Dr. Chad Goebert, assistant professor, Kennesaw State University 

Alex Kopilow, account director, The Arena Group