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Our Mission

The Villanova Sports Business Conference is meant to give students the opportunity to create a foundational network that puts them on their personalized path within the sports business community. The conference caters to anyone interested in the sports industry, whether you're a student, a recent graduate, or a professional looking to broaden your horizons. Our panels and keynote speakers feature some of the biggest names in sports, including leaders in sports media, sales, marketing, operations, and analytics who are willing to share their journeys and advice with the next generation. As an attendee, you will also have the chance to network with fellow attendees and industry professionals, making valuable connections that could lead to internships or job opportunities. Whether you're a die-hard fan, a budding entrepreneur, or a seasoned veteran in the sports industry, this conference is a place to gain new insights, build skills, and surround yourself with people on the same mission as you to discover who you are meant to be. 

Partners

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Business in Entertainment Society

The Business in Entertainment Society (BiES) was created to connect Villanova students to the sports and entertainment industry by providing opportunities to connect with professionals and gain career knowledge. BiES hosts a variety of guest speakers each semester to expose students to a number of different career paths and is proud to be a partner of VSBC. 

Sports Analytics Club

​The Villanova Sports Analytics Club was founded to bring together a community of people who share a passion for analytics and sports in hopes that the two come together to shape their careers. The club hosts debates, panels consisting of industry professionals, participates in competitions, and publishes articles on the current landscape of sports business. All our members are provided the resources and support needed to achieve their goals in the sports analytics field. We are proud to partner with VSBC. 

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O’Donnell Center for Professional Development 

The Charlotte and James V. O’Donnell ’63 Center for Professional Development provides professional development activities that enrich your academic experience with insights and experiences that support your professional goals. VSB’s O’Donnell Center collaborates with VSB academic departments and , student business societies, the Villanova Career Center, and other campus offices to sponsor, co-sponsor and/or provide support to more than 100 career events each academic year. The programs are designed to help business students gather information and contacts that will lead to well-suited academic and career path decisions.

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