If you have an interest in sports and are in search of a great panel, look no further. Here are five sports panels that have unique aspects that will appeal to you. The sessions include sports culture, film, data, gaming and sports icons. These five panels set the bar for the best of the […]
Curious about what technology can help the sports industry concussion problem? Come read about David Anderson and his take on using data in sports.
Brian Mirakian is the Principal at Populous, a design firm devoted to creating environments through infrastructure to create enriching experiences for communities. His other role in the company is the Director of Populous Activate of the Americas. The goal of the company is to use the power of design to link fans, brands, teams and […]
Christa Stout is a local from Portland who spent about ten years away before coming home to work for the Portland Timbers. While she was away, she worked in the nonprofit sector doing sport and social change work in various places like Central and South America, South Africa, Australia, and Eastern Europe. While in school, […]
Earlier this Spring, I did a preview with Karin Hammerberg from Bleacher Report ahead of a panel she was apart of at SXSW 2017 entitled The Power of Storytelling in Sports Entertainment. Other panelists include the co-founders of The Kicker, the lead writer for Saturday Night Live, and the CEO of ACE Media. I attended the […]
In today’s world, sports have become more than just statistics and stories about who won or lost. Sports are not pure escapism, as anything involving real people is real life. Today’s biggest stars are not just coming from movies and music, but from famous athletes whose stories off the field are just as captivating as the plays […]
Trump’s travel ban remains blocked The federal appeals court rejected Trump’s reinstatement request, which will likely be appealed. Breaking News: President Trump’s travel ban remains blocked: An appeals court rejected a bid to reinstate it. https://t.co/6asyLC0jzr — The New York Times (@nytimes) February 9, 2017 Trump immediately took to Twitter to voice his displeasure with […]