GMercyU’s Sport Management Symposium, now in its third year, has become a cornerstone event for students aiming to break into the competitive world of sports business. Organized by the university’s Sport Business Association (SBA) and led by Program Coordinator, Dr. Maddie Herman, the symposium offers a unique blend of education, networking, and inspiration.

This isn’t just a sit-and-listen event  it’s a real opportunity to connect with professionals who live and breathe the business of sports. Whether it’s front office staff from teams, like the 76ers, or marketing minds behind top college programs, the speakers don’t just talk about what they do —  they show students what’s possible.

The value of the symposium goes way beyond the info shared on stage. It’s about shaking hands, asking questions, and building relationships that could open doors. In sports, networking matters. A lot. And this event gives students the chance to make those connections early.

The student-led Sport Business Association helps run the show organizing, planning, and reaching out to professionals. That kind of hands-on involvement isn’t just good experience it’s proof that students here aren’t just learning about the industry, they’re stepping into it.

At the end of the day, the Sports Management Symposium is about one thing: bridging the gap between where students are now and where they want to be. And at GMercyU, that bridge is getting stronger every year.