Research Presentations

Registration Deadline: April 4, 2026

About

The Sports, Entertainment, and Innovation Conference (SEICon) invites researchers, students, and industry professionals to submit poster presentations that showcase cutting-edge work at the intersection of sports, entertainment, and innovation.

SEICon III provides a dynamic platform for presenting original research, fostering meaningful dialogue with industry leaders, and contributing to the advancement of knowledge in sports analytics, entertainment technology, and innovation management. Poster presentations offer an intimate setting for in-depth discussions, networking with peers and professionals, and receiving valuable feedback from experts in the field.

Whether you're exploring data-driven approaches to athlete performance, investigating fan engagement strategies, developing innovative technologies for sports venues, or analyzing trends in the entertainment industry, SEICon welcomes your contributions.

 

Who Should Present

  • Undergraduate and graduate students conducting original research
  • Faculty members advancing scholarly inquiry
  • Industry professionals implementing innovative solutions
  • Interdisciplinary teams addressing complex challenges in sports and entertainment

 

 

Topic Areas

 

Poster presentations may address—but are not limited to—the following topic areas:

Sports Analytics & Data Science

  • Predictive modeling and machine learning applications
  • Performance analysis and optimization
  • Injury prevention and athlete health analytics
  • Scouting and talent evaluation

Fan Engagement & Experience

  • Digital engagement strategies and social media analytics 
  • In-venue experience design and technology
  • Consumer behavior and fan loyalty
  • Virtual and augmented reality applications

Business & Marketing Innovation

  • Revenue optimization and pricing strategies
  • Brand management and sponsorship effectiveness
  • Esports business models and markets
  • Media rights and distribution strategies

Technology & Operations

  • Venue and event management technologies
  • Sustainability in sports and entertainment
  • Ticketing systems and access control innovations
  • Broadcast and streaming technology

Policy, Ethics & Social Impact

  • Diversity, equity, and inclusion initiatives
  • Sports governance and regulatory frameworks
  • Ethical considerations in data use and AI
  • Community engagement and social responsibility

Emerging Trends

  • Esports and competitive gaming
  • Sports betting and fantasy sports analytics
  • NIL (Name, Image, Likeness) marketplace dynamics
  • Web3, NFTs, and blockchain application

 

 

Join us in shaping the future of sports, entertainment, and innovation.