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.

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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.

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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.

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Jason is the Founder and CEO of SportsVisio. He has grown and sold multiple multi-million dollar companies. After earning a BS in Computer Engineering and an MS in Electrical Engineering, Jason became a project manager at the Defense Advanced Research Projects Agency (DARPA). He then went on to found, and later sell, Siege Technologies. Prior to starting SportsVisio, he was General Partner at 10x Ventures. He’s an avid basketball player, enjoying the men’s leagues around his home in New Hampshire.

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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

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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.

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Wayne is the Managing Partner of SeventySix Capital, a leading sports-tech venture capital firm he founded in 1999. A pioneering investor in sports technology, sports betting, esports, and retail, Wayne has backed startups acquired by Fortune 500 giants including Intel, IBM, Walgreens, and Yahoo!. Alongside notable partners like MLB legend Ryan Howard, Wayne bridges the worlds of sports, entrepreneurship, and investment, empowering athletes to become influential tech investors and entrepreneurs to leverage athletes' networks. He has spearheaded strategic investments in sports betting and analytics firms such as ShotTracker, Swish Analytics, and VSiN. A graduate of the University of Maryland and Delaware Law School, Wayne is driven by a mission to innovate and positively impact society through technology and sports.

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Iris is the Managing Director at GSIC powered by Microsoft, driving innovation, investment, and entrepreneurship across the global sports-tech ecosystem. Since 2015, she has cultivated a network of nearly 200 companies and institutions, fostering collaborations that shape the future of sports. Iris was recognized among Spain’s Top 100 Women Leaders and named one of the country's most influential women in sports by Metadeporte magazine. She also received the Outstanding Woman of Excellence award from the Women's Economic Forum. Iris actively champions female leadership and diversity in sports.

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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.

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Rohn is a serial entrepreneur with over 15 years of experience as a founder and mentor to multiple startups, after starting his career as a management consultant at KPMG. He currently operates in two roles: as Founder & Managing Director of Berlin-based SportsTechX, the leading market intelligence company for sports innovation & investment; and as Investment Director at Match Ventures, a prominent European SportsTech VC. A regular speaker at industry conferences, Rohn also serves as a mentor and judge at startup accelerators and competitions, and guest lecturer at various Sports MBA programs.

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Matt is Analyst & VP of Baseball Operations at Pro Athlete Community. He enjoyed a successful 14-year MLB career, highlighted by a 2011 All-Star selection and career totals of 149 HR, 898 hits, and 503 RBIs. Determined to succeed beyond his MLB career, Matt began investing early in real estate, building a significant single-family property portfolio and converting a school into a 16-unit building. He's a general partner (passive investor) in the Sight Real Estate development fund and owns five F45 fitness studios across Tampa Bay specializing in HIIT, strength, and cardio workouts. Matt has ventured into broadcasting with Bally’s and Apple TV, supports Guardian Baseball (an online baseball equipment retailer), and remains actively involved with the Empire League, an independent baseball league based in upstate New York.

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Cort is Principal of Courtside Ventures, bringing a background in finance and early-stage startups. While he spends time across all three of Courtside's verticals, Cort has a special focus on the fund's wellness category.

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Taylor is the Vice President of Promoter Relations in the Americas for F1 Experiences at QuintEvents, where he manages promoter relationships and oversees business development for F1 Experiences events. Previously, he served as Vice President of Strategy and Business Development at the Las Vegas Grand Prix, playing a pivotal role in developing the core team and sales strategy for the 2023 F1 event. Before his work in motorsports, Taylor spent over nine years with the NFL’s Las Vegas Raiders, notably as Director of Strategy and Business Development, where he led revenue initiatives and provided data-driven analysis during the team's relocation from Oakland to Las Vegas. Taylor holds a Bachelor of Arts in Government and Business from the University of Redlands and an MBA from the University of Michigan.

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Chad is a Managing Partner at SeventySix Capital, where he oversees operations and investments at the sports-focused venture capital firm. He actively holds board positions, working closely with portfolio companies and their founding teams. Chad began his career with organizations including the Philadelphia Flyers, Philadelphia 76ers, Comcast-Spectacor, and the Walt Disney Corporation, later moving to a startup in the sports industry before joining SeventySix Capital. He holds a Bachelor of Business degree from James Madison University and a Master’s of Science in Sport Management from East Stroudsburg University. Chad currently resides in the Philadelphia suburbs with his wife and two children.

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Scott is a co-founder of Profluence, a venture fund built around media and community, connecting and empowering sports industry innovators. With deep roots in sports, Scott helped launch the University of South Alabama’s football program in 2009, where he played for five years. He then transitioned into the sports-tech space with startup CaptainU, which was later acquired by Stack Sports, a venture backed by Jerry Jones. Known as a natural connector and versatile entrepreneur, Scott excels at bringing talented people together to create meaningful opportunities and growth across the sports ecosystem.

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Anna is the Program Manager of the AI Skilling Initiative at Founderz, a Microsoft-selected partner dedicated to empowering sports industry professionals and entrepreneurs through practical AI education. She teaches Microsoft's specialized "AI in Sports" certification, enabling sports professionals to leverage cutting-edge AI technologies. Anna excels at simplifying complex AI concepts, helping founders integrate effective and ethical AI strategies into their businesses—driving innovation and competitive advantage in the rapidly evolving sports-tech landscape.

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