Advertisement
HomeAnnouncementGame Changer: NAB Show...

Game Changer: NAB Show Unveils Sports Summit on Future of Sports & Fans

Registration is open for the 2025 NAB Show set to bring the global media and entertainment industry together April 5-9, 2025 (Exhibits April 6-9) at the Las Vegas Convention Center. The highly anticipated event will feature key industry trends including sports, artificial intelligence (AI), the creator economy, streaming and cloud virtualization.

Game Changer

New this year, the Sports Summit: The Future of Sports Rights and Fan Experience is a three-day program exploring the tech and trends transforming the fan experience and driving new revenue streams.

A cornerstone for media companies, live sports draw millions of real-time viewers across streaming platforms, television, radio, and social media. The 2025 NAB Show will connect industry leaders and equip businesses with the actionable insights and strategies needed to thrive in this dynamic ecosystem, showcasing how cutting-edge technologies like real-time analytics and immersive fan experiences are redefining content delivery.

Additionally, the rise of athlete-owned media ventures and transformative changes like the NCAA NIL rule are creating new licensing opportunities and reshaping the media rights landscape.

The Sports Summit includes show floor sessions and an exclusive paid conference that will delve into the lucrative sports sector, where annual U.S. sports rights revenues are projected to rise from $29.54 billion in 2024 to $34.72 billion by 2027, according to S&P Global Market Intelligence.

Immersive Activations and Cutting-Edge Sports Education

The 2025 NAB Show will offer an unparalleled mix of immersive experiences and insightful programming:

Engaging Audiences through On-Air Talent: Discover how the National Football League (NFL) and other industry leaders leverage on-air talent to elevate content, build fan loyalty and enhance audience connections. Speakers include Tracy Perlman, SVP Player Operations at the NFL.

Women’s Sports – Growing Radio and Podcasting: Women’s sports were predicted to generate $1.28 billion globally in 2024, according to Deloitte, which is a 300% rise in three years. This panel features industry leaders including Jessie Katz, head of iHeart Women’s Sports.

My SportsCenter: Powered by Microsoft, this activation will demonstrate how AI can deliver a fully customized sports broadcast tailored to individual viewer preferences.

AWS F1 Simulators: Experience interactive activations where fans can feel like they’re in the action.

Sports Wagering Pavilion: Discover the latest tools and tech for engagement and how to monetize the fan experience.

An Unparalleled Opportunity for Connection and Growth

“NAB Show has led the charge in innovation for media and entertainment, and this year is no exception. Live sports are captivating audiences in unprecedented ways and unlocking fresh revenue opportunities for the media and entertainment industries.

The Summit coupled with trailblazing companies on the exhibit floor are reshaping the way that fans are engaging and experiencing sports,” said Karen Chupka, executive vice president and managing director, NAB Global Connections and Events.

Key Exhibitors

The show floor will showcase a dynamic lineup of key brands, especially those exhibiting products and solutions for the sports industry including AWS, ARRI, Avid Technology, Blackmagic Design, Canon, Ross Video, Sony and Verizon Business.

Attendees can also discover innovations from hundreds of Exhibitors across the show floor including Grass Valley, Insta360, LiveU, Panasonic Connect and Vizrt, alongside cutting-edge solutions from Exhibitors like Zixi and Zero Density.

The Ultimate Industry Destination

NAB Show is where creative storytellers and broadcasting innovators converge to transform media and entertainment. The 2025 event is set to deliver an unparalleled experience for 65,000 attendees from creation to distribution to monetization for the broadcast, media and entertainment community showcasing 1,300 Exhibitors, eight stages of dynamic free education and ten professional conferences.

Register for NAB Show today. Covering the event? Register as press, and stay updated on the latest show news by adding your name to our media list.

- A word from our sponsors -

Most Popular

LEAVE A REPLY

Please enter your comment!
Please enter your name here

More from Author

Clerk in Alex Murdaugh murder trial pleads guilty to showing graphic

Clerk in Murdaugh Murder Trial Admits to Misconduct A clerk involved in...

A week into immigration operation, Minnesota Somalis remain on edge

A Week into Immigration Operation: Impact on Minnesota's Somali Community In recent...

Attention economy bears get vindicated

Shifts in the Attention Economy The concept of the attention economy has...

Human Rights Groups Urge ICE to End Immigration Detention at Fort

Concerns Over Conditions at Immigration Detention Centers Human rights organizations have raised...

- A word from our sponsors -

Read Now

Clerk in Alex Murdaugh murder trial pleads guilty to showing graphic

Clerk in Murdaugh Murder Trial Admits to Misconduct A clerk involved in the high-profile murder trial of Alex Murdaugh has pleaded guilty to charges related to the unauthorized dissemination of graphic evidence. This incident has raised concerns regarding the handling of sensitive materials in legal proceedings. The clerk, who...

A week into immigration operation, Minnesota Somalis remain on edge

A Week into Immigration Operation: Impact on Minnesota's Somali Community In recent weeks, an immigration enforcement operation conducted by U.S. Immigration and Customs Enforcement (ICE) has focused on Somali immigrants in Minnesota. This operation has resulted in at least 19 arrests within its first week. The specific details...

Attention economy bears get vindicated

Shifts in the Attention Economy The concept of the attention economy has been a significant topic of discussion in recent years, particularly as digital platforms have evolved. The attention economy refers to the way in which media and technology companies compete for users' attention, often leading to the...

Human Rights Groups Urge ICE to End Immigration Detention at Fort

Concerns Over Conditions at Immigration Detention Centers Human rights organizations have raised significant concerns regarding the conditions at immigration detention facilities operated by U.S. Immigration and Customs Enforcement (ICE). These facilities, including the largest immigration detention center in the nation, have been the focus of scrutiny due to...

Highway 290 reopens heading west near 34th Street following deadly crash (Video)

Watch this video to learn more about highway 290 reopens heading west near 34th street following deadly crash (video).

1 killed, 1 injured in Logan Square crash, Chicago police say (Video)

Watch this video to learn more about 1 killed, 1 injured in logan square crash, chicago police say (video).

Temps dive into the teens Sunday night in Chicago (Video)

Watch this video to learn more about temps dive into the teens sunday night in chicago (video).

CFB Committee Chair EXPLAINS CFP selections 👀 Head-to-head matchups + BYU & ND? (Video)

Watch this video to learn more about cfb committee chair explains cfp selections 👀 head-to-head matchups + byu & nd? (video).

A war crime in my view: Retired general on new boat strike details (Video)

Watch this video to learn more about a war crime in my view: retired general on new boat strike details (video).

Good Morning America Full Broadcast — Sunday, December 7, 2025 (Video)

Watch this video to learn more about good morning america full broadcast — sunday, december 7, 2025 (video).

Bears Monday (Video)

Watch this video to learn more about bears monday (video).

Democrats, who bludgeoned Trump on immigration in term 1, have grown

Democratic Response to Immigration Policies During the first term of the Trump administration, immigration policy became a significant point of contention in American politics. The Trump administration implemented a series of stringent immigration measures aimed at reducing both legal and illegal immigration. These policies included the construction of...