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USF Esports Summit

Overview of the Summit

SUMMIT OVERVIEW

Discover the World of Esports This February 9th, 2024!

Per Newzoo, the global esports audience reached 380 million people in 2019 and is expected to increase to 557 million by 2022. Currently, North America is the leading country for esports revenue with projections of becoming a $1.65 billion dollar business by the end of the year.

These staggering stats, along with the predictions for additional revenue growth as the market continues to innovate and attract new investment. The USF Esports Summit hosted by the Vinik Sport & Entertainment Management Program in the Muma College of Business will take an inside look at the high-growth esports Industry.


BENEFITS OF ATTENDING

The USF Esports Summit is the premier event for all things esports, featuring guest speakers, Q/A panels, and more!

Ending the night off with the Grand Finals of the Battle For Florida, where the best teams in Florida face-off to claim the title of Champions of Florida!

Need more reasons to attend?:

  • A must-attend event for anyone interested in or currently doing business in the esports industry.
  • Our power-packed program features keynote presentations and discussions with top esports industry leaders and experts.
  • Gain industry insights and trends.
  • Connect with regional and global esports industry leaders.

Speakers

Danielle Sirekis

Danielle Sirekis

Director of Esports
Florida Institute of Technology

Anna Patterson

Anna Patterson

Assistant Esports Operations Manager
Florida Institute of Technology

Bennett Newsome

Bennett Newsome

Director of Esports Growth & Development
Full Sail University

Johnny Williams

Johnny Williams

Founder, Owner, and CEO
Player Epic Inc.

Kristine Prokopec

Kristine Prokopec

Global Business Strategy & Operations
EA Sports

Ryan Milroy

Ryan Milroy

Sr. Manager, Global Sponsorships – Innovation & Strategic Business Planning
American Express

Brandon Parramore

Brandon Parramore

Director of Esports
Florida Southern College

Blair Bloomston

Blair Bloomston

Leaders Uplifted
Chief Executive Office

Derek Watford

Derek Watford

LeagueSpot
Director of Product Design


Get Your Tickets

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Don't miss out on this amazing event, grab your tickets below and we'll see you there!

*Must be an active USF student for the current semester

You must have a ticket to be granted access into the venue and attend events; those without tickets will not be allowed access.