The Global Home of
SportsTech & Innovation
20-22 April 2026 •
Fontainebleau, Las Vegas, USA
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At A Glance

Powering the Future of Sports

Join the top SportsTech founders, sports executives, innovation leaders, and investors at PEAK 2026 – the premier gathering uniting the entire industry in Las Vegas.
This is your chance to be at the epicenter of sports innovation:
- Connect with visionary innovators driving advancements in athlete performance, fan content and engagement, management, organizations, stadiums and more.
- Experience live demos of cutting-edge technology in our immersive Tech Expo.
- Learn from entrepreneurs and senior executives who are at the forefront of transforming the sports landscape.
Don’t miss your opportunity to gain insider access to the people and innovations leading the way in sports.

Who Should Attend?
PEAK is designed for innovators at the forefront of sports, including:
Founders
- Visionary founders who are at the forefront of innovation, actively building the future of sports.
- Connect with investors, partners, and major sports organizations
- Learn what today’s top investors are actively funding
- Understand the mindset of the industry and where the market is heading.
Sports Executives
- VP to C-suite decision-makers who are leading technology and innovation across their organization.
- Explore commercial relationships with startups and innovators shaping the future of sport.
- See cutting-edge innovation & technology first-hand before anyone else.
- Spot new opportunities to grow revenue, engage fans, and streamline operations.
Innovation Leaders
- Leaders in the innovation trenches, from Managers to Heads, pioneering new initiatives across their organizations.
- Discover emerging tech from top startups and solution providers.
- Learn what’s being tested, scaled, and working in the field.
- Engage with decision makers solving tech challenges for athletes, fans, content, management, and organizations.
Investors
- From VC to LPs, those that are financing the future of sports and the forces behind the curtain shaping the industry.
- Discover companies across all stages and categories
- Understand acquisition trends and the evolving deal landscape
- Connect with key players shaping the next generation of sports innovation
Who is Speaking?
Learn from leading sports founders, executives and athletes who will share real case studies, tactical insights, and new innovations leading the way in SportsTech


Qiava Martinez
Qiava Martinez
Qiava Martinez, Senior Vice President & Chief Sales Officer, is entering her 17th season with the Las Vegas Raiders. Qiava is responsible for leading and managing all sales and customer retention efforts for the Raiders through monetizing corporate partnerships, suites, premium and season ticket sales. During the relocation from Oakland to Las Vegas in 2020, Qiava was a fundamental part of the sales strategy for PSL, Suite, and Loge Seat sales. Qiava began her career with the Raiders in 2008 as an Inside Sales Ticket Representative and was later promoted to Director of Group Sales and Fundraising for 3 years. Before being named SVP, Chief Sales Officer, Qiava served as the Vice President of Premium Service & Guest Experience. She was recently selected as a member of the prestigious Sports Business Journal Game Changers Class of 2024, an elite group of women in the industry who are leaders and mentors to other women in sports business. Prior to her career in professional sports, Qiava was the owner and publisher of Culture Magazine, an outlet used by teenaged writers to express their life experiences. She also served as Executive Director for Youth Achieving Destiny, an organization that served underprivileged youth through teaching entrepreneurship training and development. Qiava recently published her first book, “Sports Dream”, encouraging children to follow their passion, regardless of the challenges they may face. Qiava earned her Bachelor of Arts in political science from the University of California, Berkeley, and her master’s in business administration from the University of Phoenix, Bay Area Chapter. She and her husband Jonathan reside in Henderson, NV, with their daughter, Harper.



Mitch Heath
Mitch Heath
Mitch is co-founder of Teamworks, the Operating System for Sports™, powering 7,000+ sports teams and military organizations worldwide. A Duke University alumnus, Mitch helped expand Teamworks from a collegiate-focused platform to a global powerhouse backed by $400 million in total funding—including a $235 million Series F round valuing Teamworks at over $1 billion—and strengthened by strategic acquisitions such as INFLCR, ARMS Software, Smartabase, and Zelus Analytics. After spearheading Teamworks’ international launch in Europe, Mitch returned to the U.S. and now focuses his efforts on coaching Teamworks executives and sportstech founders, advising teams, leagues, and companies across elite sport, and investing in the future of sport, human performance, and human wellbeing. Mitch leads Teamworks’ Advisory Board and serves on the boards of HEADCHECK Health, Monarc, and Catholic Charities of the Diocese of Raleigh.



Julie Haddon
Julie Haddon
Julie Haddon is a marketing and media powerhouse with a track record of building iconic brands and driving growth across sports, entertainment, and tech. As the first Chief Marketing Officer of the NWSL, she led all commercial functions and helped transform the league into a major sports property—launching breakthrough campaigns, forging partnerships with top global brands, and securing a historic $240M media rights deal. Previously, she was SVP of Global Brand and Consumer Marketing at the NFL, where she led award-winning campaigns for the Super Bowl and NFL Draft and launched NFL Pride. Haddon has also driven marketing innovation at DreamWorks, eBay, Zynga, Twitter, and SoFi, and currently serves on the boards of FuboTV and TOCA Football.



Sameer Ahuja
Sameer Ahuja
Sameer Ahuja is the President of New York-based GameChanger, a DICK’S Sporting Goods youth sports technology company. He also serves as senior vice president for DICK’S Sporting Goods and is an advisor to Marquee Ventures, an early-stage fund that spun out of the Chicago Cubs. Sameer’s professional narrative is focused on “preparing today’s youth to lead tomorrow.” He brings 20 years of experience as a Founder, CEO, or COO of high-growth technology businesses from startup to late-stage in multiple industries. Sameer co-founded an interactive sports attraction, founded a quant hedge fund, and built a fintech company. Sameer has an MBA from Harvard Business School and a BA in Economics from Columbia University. He lives in Scarsdale, New York with his wife and two daughters.



Gene Tinner
Gene Tinner
Gene is the Senior Vice President of Event Marketing & Ticketing at TKO, overseeing large-scale ticketing, sales, and event operations. With over 15 years in the sports industry, Gene specializes in event management, developing strategic processes, anticipating event-day scenarios, and ensuring seamless, high-quality fan experiences. Known for his collaborative approach, he excels at forging partnerships, optimizing internal workflows, and creating innovative strategies that drive growth and revenue. His forward-thinking mindset consistently elevates customer service and operational excellence standards across events.



Kris Hart
Kris Hart
Kris is a prominent figure in the golf industry, widely recognized for his entrepreneurial spirit and dedication to growing the game, particularly among young adults and underserved demographics. He currently serves as the Senior Director of Growth and Ventures at the PGA of America. Hart’s passion for golf stems from his own experience as a varsity golfer at Bryant University. After realizing a gap in competitive opportunities for non-varsity collegiate golfers, he co-founded Nextgengolf in 2010. Nextgengolf aimed to make golf more accessible and affordable for college-aged players through initiatives like CollegeGolfPass, and expanded to include the Nextgengolf City Tour and the National High School Golf Association. His innovative approach and commitment to expanding golf’s reach led to the PGA of America acquiring Nextgengolf. Following this acquisition, Hart transitioned into his current role, where he plays a crucial part in the PGA’s efforts to drive innovation and strategic investments in the golf industry. He is involved in initiatives like EP Golf Ventures, a partnership focused on investing in new golf technologies and experiences.



Shelley Berkley
Shelley Berkley
City of Las Vegas Mayor Shelley Berkley was elected in November 2024. Prior to taking office as mayor, she served as senior vice president of the Touro University system and served in the United States House of Representatives from 1999 to 2013. Among her proudest accomplishments during her time in Congress was building the new Veterans Administration medical complex in Southern Nevada. Mayor Berkley began her career in public service in 1983 as an assemblywoman in the Nevada State Legislature. She worked to strengthen consumer protection laws, cracked down on drunk driving, created the Senior Law Project, and wrote the Lemon Law, which protects new car owners from defective vehicles. Mayor Berkley was appointed and twice elected to the Nevada State Board of Regents, serving from 1990 to 1998. Prior to serving in Congress, Mayor Berkley was a practicing attorney. She worked for the Nevada State Commerce Department, was in-house counsel for Southwest Gas Corporation and was the vice president of government and legal affairs for the Sands Hotel in Las Vegas. Mayor Berkley is married to Dr. Larry Lehrner and is the proud mother of two sons, two stepchildren and five grandchildren. Raised in Las Vegas, Mayor Berkley attended John C. Fremont Junior High School and Valley High School. She was the first person in her family to go to college. She graduated from UNLV in 1973 where she was student body president.



Peter Frintzilas
Peter Frintzilas
Peter is the CEO of TeamSnap and a seasoned technology executive with 20+ years of experience driving growth and innovation in vertical software and platform technology companies. Before TeamSnap, he was an Executive Partner at Waud Capital Partners, focusing on vertical software investments. Previously, he served as Senior Vice President at Intralinks, a $300M+ global FinTech provider, where he led Marketing, Strategy & Innovation, and managed its $70M+ Banking & Securities global business. He played a key role in three sale transactions over 24 months, culminating in a $1.5B sale to SS&C [Nasdaq: SSNC].nnPeter sits on the Executive Committee and Board of the PLAYS Coalition, advocating for youth sport programs in under-resourced communities. He is a mentor in the TechStars SportsTech Incubator and an advisor to multiple high-growth startups. He holds an MBA from NYU Stern, a BS from Syracuse University, and an Executive Certificate from MIT Sloan. Peter lives in southern Connecticut with his wife and three young sons.



Johnny Grave
Johnny Grave
With nearly 25 years of leadership experience in international cricket, Grave is responsible for overseeing all aspects of MLC’s operations, including league expansion, team development, and strategic partnerships, aiming to strengthen MLC’s position as the premier professional cricket league in the United States. Prior to joining MLC, Grave served as the CEO of Cricket West Indies (CWI) for seven years, where he was instrumental in enhancing governance, fostering a high-performance culture, and maximizing commercial and cricketing opportunities. He also held the position of CEO for the 2024 ICC Men’s T20 World Cup, which was co-hosted with the U.S. Before his tenure at CWI, Grave spent a decade as the Commercial Director at the Professional Cricketers’ Association (PCA) in England and began his career at Surrey County Cricket Club at the Oval in London.



Kari Fleischauer
Kari Fleischauer
Kari is the Head of Strategy and Chief of Staff at Angel City Football Club; the highest valued women’s football team in the world. She is responsible for development and implementation of ACFC’s corporate and data strategy, investments and growth initiatives, as well as oversees the team’s ownership group and cap table. Prior to Angel City, Kari was an early employee at Crooked Media, home of Pod Save America, following her time at SpaceX for which she moved to Los Angeles. She started her career at Goldman Sachs and is a graduate of Northwestern University.



Asia Sheikh
Asia Sheikh
Asia is a trailblazer redefining how fans connect and how venues come alive through cutting-edge intelligence and immersive technology. An ex-athlete and former professional cricket player, and a champion for women in tech and sports, passionate to deliver game-changing solutions for the world’s leading sports organizations. Realizes bold ideas and a vision that pushes the boundaries of the sports experience!



Greg Nelson
Greg Nelson
Greg Nelson has been instrumental in Hudl’s growth into a global market leader. Over his 15-year tenure with the company, he helped Hudl expand from serving 250 athletic programs to more than 230,000 teams worldwide.nAs Senior Vice President and General Manager of Hudl’s Competitive Business Unit, Greg leads the company’s Competitive Business Unit. His strategic vision has driven innovation and market expansion, including into amateur club sports and the new Hudl Fan business line, which engages communities and supporters through ticketing, livestreaming and automated highlights.nGreg joined Hudl in 2010 as a QA in the support department. In 2014, he moved to the product team full-time as the second product manager, overseeing Hudl’s transformation from a high school football video software to the world’s leading provider of cloud-based technology for the sports industry. He helped to launch key products like Hudl’s playbook, AI-powered reports for opponent predictions, Hudl Recruit and Hudl Assist for football, which now provides data for every high school and college game in the U.S.nGreg remains a driving force in Hudl’s senior leadership, continuously pushing for innovation in sports technology.



Cassidy Lichtman
Cassidy Lichtman
Cassidy is the Vice President of Volleyball for Athletes Unlimited. She was a founding member of Athletes Unlimited’s professional volleyball league, competed in the first two seasons, and served as Chairperson of the Player Executive Committee. Lichtman is a former member of the USA Volleyball Women’s National Team and was an All-American and Academic All-American at Stanford. She is also the founder of P/ATH, an organization that harnesses the power of professional athletes to teach the next generation skills around empathy, equity, and empowerment. Lichtman previously worked at shift7 with former Chief Technology Officer of the United States, Megan Smith, on projects focusing on inclusion and economic inequality. She currently sits on the Board of Directors for USA Volleyball and was named one of AdWeek’s Most Powerful Women in Sports in 2022.



Daniel Shichman
Daniel Shichman
Daniel is the Co-Founder and CEO of WSC Sports. WSC Sports is the pioneer in AI-powered sports content technology and one of the most successful sports technology companies in the market today with over 500 clients worldwide including NBA, NHL, ESPN, Bundesliga, LALIGA, TelevisaUnivision, YouTubeTV, and many more.nnDaniel, along with Aviv Arnon, Shmulik Yoffe and Hy Gal launched WSC Sports in 2011. The technology uses machine learning to analyze live games, identify events, and rapidly create custom videos, helping rights owners maximize content value and personalize fan engagement worldwide.nnIn 2023, WSC Sports was named to Sports Business Journal’s 10 Most Innovative Sports Tech Companies and Inc.’s Power Partners, which recognizes the world’s leading B2B organizations that empower others to grow.



Sebastian Lancestremere
Sebastian Lancestremere
Sebastian is the President of the Global Sports Innovation Center powered by Microsoft, a non-profit organization that helps the sports industry leverage the latest technologies to become a digital and sustainable businesses. The GSIC is the largest international sports tech ecosystem with a network of 26.000+ industry execs, 1500 startups and 450+ premium members in 65+ countries, and has supported 250+ sports entities in their digital transformation, reimagining fan experiences, smart stadiums and sports performance. He is a mentor and biz angel of startups and scale-ups. Sebastian currently leads global partnerships between Microsoft and Fortune 500 organizations to reimagine their businesses.nnWith 27 years at Microsoft, Sebastian has held numerous leadership and board roles across Latin America, Europe, and Worldwide. Industrial Engineer and MBA in Buenos Aires, he has specialized in “digital marketing”, “the business of sports, media and entertainment”, and “product innovation” at Harvard Business School, as well as “business sustainability management” at the University of Cambridge. He participates in advisory boards and is a guest speaker at universities and industry conferences.n



Andrew Petcash
Andrew Petcash
Andrew is the CEO of Profluence Capital. He is also the founder of Profluence, a premium community for builders in sports which has garnered over 150,000 social media followers and 200 million impressions. Profluence’s agency arm has had the opportunity to build over a dozen sports media brands. He is also a founding member of the private syndicate group, DraftDay, where they source equity opportunities for professional athletes. Andrew graduated from Boston University with a B.S.B.A. concentrating in finance. He was also a captain of the Terriers D1 basketball team and a Patriot League Champion.

Themes
PEAK’s themes reflect where innovation is happening now, and where the next wave of opportunity lies. Themes are curated specifically for founders, innovation leaders, executives and investors who want to stay ahead of the curve.
Shaping the Fan Experience

AI-Powered Fan Journeys, Broadcasting Innovations, Gameday Experience, & more
Maximizing Smart Venue Performance

Increasing Profitability, New Monetization Activations, Next-generation Connectivity, Venue Data Analytics, Security, Sustainability, & more
Advancing Athlete Performance

Wearable Tech & AI-Driven Analytics, Health Tech, Advanced Data & Physiological Response, Injury Prevention, & more
AI-Powered Front Offices

AI-Driven Revenue Personalization, Operational AI & Data Analytics, League & Athlete Management Systems, & more
Innovative Emerging Leagues

Technology Innovations, Sport Globalization, First Principle Opportunities, Sponsorship & Partnership Strategies, & more
Pathways to Pro

Youth Sports, Collegiate Sports, Ethical Data Management, NIL, Enhanced Safety, Coaching Platforms, & more
Financing the Future of Sport

The Rise of Private Equity & Institutional Capital in Sports, Alternative Funding Models, LP Perspectives, & more
Next-Gen Revenue Strategies

New Monetization and Revenue Streams, New Sponsorship Models, Creator-Led IP, Digital Merchandising, Dynamic Ticketing & Pricing Optimization, Advertising Innovation, & more
PICK YOUR TRACK
Your role defines your experience. Each track is a curated series of hyper-focused masterclasses, panels, live Q&As, product demos, networking mixers and more.
For Founders
2026 Sports Industry Trends & Outlook
Youth & Adult Sports Markets Analysis
Attracting & Engaging Athlete Investors
Harnessing AI Tools & Apps
Penetrating the US Sports Market
Startup Demo Day
Investor Office Hours
1-on-1 Meetings & Matchmaking
Founders-Only Meetup
Startup Pitch Competition
Groundbreakers Challenge
AI Workshop for Founders
For Sports Executives
New Revenue Generation & Monetization
AI’s Impact on Athlete Training
Global Fan Engagement Strategies
AI Agents for Organizational Performance
Disruptive Sports & Competitive Formats
CTO Meetup
CMO Meetup
1-on-1 Meetings & Matchmaking
Groundbreakers Challenge
AI Workshop for Executives
For Innovation Leaders
AI Agents & Emerging Tech
Web3 & The Future of Monetization & Ticketing
Metaverse & Extended Reality (XR)
Human Performance & Wearables
Advanced Data & AI Analytics
Future Stadiums & Global Infrastructure
Innovation Leader Meetup
AI Networking Mixer
Web3 Networking Mixer
AI Workshops
For Investors
The State of the SportsTech Industry
Emerging Tech & Entrepreneurs to Watch
Insights From Sports Biggest Dealmakers
Athlete Investor’s Impact Beyond Endorsements
Startup Demo Day
Investor Office Hours
Investors-only Meetup
1-on-1 LP Meetings & Matchmaking
1-on-1 Startup Meetings & Matchmaking
Startup Pitch Competition
Groundbreakers Challenge

For Founders
2026 Sports Industry Trends & Outlook
Youth & Adult Sports Markets Analysis
Attracting & Engaging Athlete Investors
Harnessing AI Tools & Apps
Penetrating the US Sports Market
Startup Demo Day
Investor Office Hours
1-on-1 Meetings & Matchmaking
Founders-Only Meetup
Startup Pitch Competition
Groundbreakers Challenge
AI Workshop for Founders

For Sports Executives
New Revenue Generation & Monetization
AI’s Impact on Athlete Training
Global Fan Engagement Strategies
AI Agents for Organizational Performance
Disruptive Sports & Competitive Formats
CTO Meetup
CMO Meetup
1-on-1 Meetings & Matchmaking
Groundbreakers Challenge
AI Workshop for Executives

For Innovation Leaders
AI Agents & Emerging Tech
Web3 & The Future of Monetization & Ticketing
Metaverse & Extended Reality (XR)
Human Performance & Wearables
Advanced Data & AI Analytics
Future Stadiums & Global Infrastructure
Innovation Leader Meetup
AI Networking Mixer
Web3 Networking Mixer
AI Workshops

For Investors
The State of the SportsTech Industry
Emerging Tech & Entrepreneurs to Watch
Insights From Sports Biggest Dealmakers
Athlete Investor’s Impact Beyond Endorsements
Startup Demo Day
Investor Office Hours
Investors-only Meetup
1-on-1 LP Meetings & Matchmaking
1-on-1 Startup Meetings & Matchmaking
Startup Pitch Competition
Groundbreakers Challenge
What Makes Peak The
#1 SportsTech & Innovation Conference?
WHO IS ATTENDING?
Connect with the most exciting startups, established brands and leading solution providers in sports
















































PEAK COMMUNITY EVENTS
Morning Fun Run
Join the speakers and hundreds of attendees on a 3 mile fun run to kickstart your event! Stick around for refreshments and network with fellow runners.
Profluence+ Community Meetup
Come and join hundreds of ambitious sports founders, executives and investors eager to forge connections and fast-track their scaling. You will experience an evening full of intensive networking and hear from our panel full of special guests who are ready to answer your burning questions.
Women in SportsTech Meetup
Join us for an empowering evening spotlighting the trailblazers driving innovation in SportsTech. Connect with fellow women founders, investors, and leaders for high-energy networking and real talk on industry challenges. Whether you're scaling a startup or seeking inspiration, this is your room.
Allegiant Stadium Tour (Limited Capacity)
Join for an exclusive tour of the Allegiant Stadium and experience their technology and innovation in real time. More details revealed soon.

The Premier Gathering for the Global SportsTech & Innovation Industry
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Official Kickoff Reception
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100+ Exhibitors showcasing the latest SportsTech innovations
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4 Themed Tracks with Curated Content & Networking
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50+ Live Speeches, Panels and Q&As
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6+ Curated Networking Events & Happy Hours
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Pitch Competitions, Groundbreakers Challenge, AI Workshops & More
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Official AI-Powered Networking App
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Official PEAK Night Summit










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Founders-Only Meetup
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Apply for Complimentary Startup Booths & More
Media Pass
Free All-Access Pass for Media
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All-Access Pass Inclusions
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Cover Pitch Competitions, Groundbreakers Challenge, AI Workshops & More
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Access to PEAK Media Center
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Exclusive networking opportunities