Ivey Sports Leadership Conference

Now Recruiting: Co-Chairs for #ISLC2026! Are you passionate about the intersection of sports and business? Ready to lead Canada’s premier student-run sports leadership conference? This is your chance to shape the future of ISLC. 📅 Apply now to take on a leadership role, build industry connections, and drive meaningful impact to students around Canada. 🔗 https://bit.ly/4k7Dvq1

Relive the best moments from #ISLC2025! 📸 Our photo gallery is now live —tag your new connections! ___ https://lnkd.in/gZYYxJ4j

Learn about the record breaking 2025 Ivey Sports Leadership Conference as featured in The Western Gazette. The article sheds light on our unique delegate experience and how students were able to learn from the experiences of top industry executives. What makes ISLC special is how our event allows for real conversations and a chance to connect with industry professionals on a personal level. Read more at https://lnkd.in/gxUX4MZY #IveySportsLeadershipConference #ISLC2025 #StudentExperience #SportsLeadership #Networking #WesternGazette Ivey Business School at Western University Thomas Irons

Every year, we have a single goal: bring together top industry voices to inspire the next generation of student leaders. Proudly an event run for students, by students this year we were committed to making #ISLC25 bigger and better. Thank you to our founding partners Golf Canada (Laurence Applebaum) and the Chayka Family (John & Katherine Chayka) for your continued support. To our presenting sponsor BMO Nesbitt Burns and the BMO Parsons Group (David Parsons), thank you for your dedication to helping us achieve our goals. This year, we were thrilled to have partnered with the Toronto Blue Jays for our annual case competition - pushing students to apply what they’re learned in class to tackling a challenge currently facing the baseball industry. Thank you to Tourism London (Ontario, Canada), Canadian Tire Corporation, London Lightning Basketball, Jonathan Kyriacou, LUG Sports Group , Rogers Sports & Media, lululemon, Unilever, Athletic Brewing Co., Red Bull, David Simpson and Mondelēz International for helping us make our vision a reality. Thank you to the Ivey Business School at Western University for believing in us and for empowering our team to learn through experience. Thank you to the ISLC executive team for making #ISLC25 a memorable success. To our delegates, thank you for joining us and we look forward to seeing you at #ISLC26! Stay tuned for more event content, coming soon. ____ Note: Content used for academic purposes Video Created By: Madison Dabbs

The countdown is on—just 3 days until ISLC 2025! 🎉 On January 24-25, we’ll be welcoming you to the Ivey Business School for an unforgettable weekend of leadership, networking, and engagement with some of the biggest names in sports and business. Here’s what you have to look forward to:   🎤 Keynote Speaker: Canadian legend and Hall of Famer Michael ‘Pinball’ Clemons will take the stage to share his incredible journey, from 8 Grey Cup victories to his current role as General Manager of the Toronto Argonauts.   ⚽ Canada Soccer Panel: Featuring Head Coach of the Canadian Men’s National Team Jesse Marsch and CEO Kevin Blue, who will share insights on the sport’s rapid growth in Canada.    🎤 Founding Partners Panel: Don’t miss this exciting session featuring Former Arizona Coyotes GM John Chayka 🏒 and Golf Canada CEO Laurence Applebaum⛳. These two powerhouse leaders will be diving into the intersection of sports strategy and innovation.   ⚾ Baseball Panel: Alex Wong, Michelle Seniuk, Paige Strong, CPA discuss what it takes to manage Canada’s largest ball game.   🎙️ Live Podcast Recording: Sit down for a live podcast recording with industry favourites, Allan Walsh and Adam Wylde for a live podcast session.   And that’s just the beginning! From panels on brand partnerships, finance and analytics, and the fan experience to our incredible giveaways (over $10,000 in prizes, including Lululemon merch 😉), there’s truly something for everyone.   🎁 Don’t miss out—we’ll also be giving away an NHL Air Hockey Table during the event! 🚨 Haven’t secured your ticket yet? Get yours now here: https://lnkd.in/g9wCjWx3  

📣 Welcome Ryan McCallum to ISLC25! 🏁 As President & CEO of Canada Sport Marketing, Ryan oversees the Formula 1 Paddock Club! 🏎️ CSM elevates the fan experience at each Grand Prix, and we’re excited to hear from Ryan about growing the sport in Canada! 🚨Limited tickets still available: https://lnkd.in/g9wCjWx3 #islc2025 #IveySportsLeadershipConference #F1

📣 We’re thrilled to welcome Tim Hauraney to ISLC this weekend! 🏎️ As a former Pro racing driver turned F1 and Indycar insider, Tim has extensive experience in Motorsport! 🏁 ⏰ Just 4 days till ISLC! Limited tickets still available but selling fast. Don’t miss out! 🔗 Tickets here: https://lnkd.in/g9wCjWx3 #islc2025 #IveySportsLeadershipConference #F1

📣 Bringing over 25 years of experience in sports media, Kristian Jack will be joining us at ISLC! ⚽️ As a seasoned soccer analyst, and now VP at the Canadian Premier League, Kristian’s done it all in footy. 🔗 Tickets available here: https://lnkd.in/g9wCjWx3 #islc2025 #IveySportsLeadershipConference #soccer #canadasoccer

Golf Canada CEO, Laurence Applebaum, will be speaking at the upcoming Ivey Sports Leadership Conference later this month. For tickets and other info, visit https://lnkd.in/gPcAi7R.

📣 ISLC is excited to welcome Paige Strong, CPA to this year's conference! ⚾ As Senior Director of Strategic Initiatives at the Miami Marlins and loanDepot park, Paige specializes in elevating fan experiences, driving brand growth and supporting the expansion of baseball in Miami! 🌴 ❗ISLC is just a week away! Don't miss out. Tickets available here: https://lnkd.in/g9wCjWx3