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Newsletter ยท July 9, 2026

๐Ÿš€ Chicago Sports Tech Week just got way cooler.

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๐Ÿš€ Chicago Sports Tech Week just got way cooler.

It's been a busy few weeks over here, and we've got a lot to share. If you haven't peeked at the site lately, here's everything that's new since you signed up:

๐Ÿ€ย We landed some heavy hitters for the stage in the past couple weeks

  • Kay Bradley, CMO at Chicago Stars

  • Brian Kopp, GM at InSite Analytics at Riddell

  • Andrea Wilson, Director of Sponsorships & Experiential Marketing at AT&T

  • Robyn Fuhrman - Senior Director of Marketing & Digital Partnerships, Indiana Fever & Indiana Pacers

  • Scott Keeney - CEO at The Realest

  • Elly Hyslop - CEO The Gist

  • Teresa Phelan - VP of Emerging Business with IDA Ireland

๐Ÿ“…ย Agenda pages are live Dedicated schedule pages for Tuesday and Thursday are up โ€” panel times, session titles, and speaker lineups all in one place. We are working with everyoneโ€™s busy schedule during WNBA All-Star Week so just a heads up that some times may change. Visit: https://chicagosportstechweek.com/

๐ŸšจNew Sponsors ๐Ÿšจ

The Chicago Sports Tech community is being supported by some great companies. We want to welcome:

๐ŸŽญ Featured events you won't want to miss

  • The Tunnel Walk at Centre Court Productions โ€” tunnel-run energy, but make it runway. We're bringing the iconic stadium tunnel walk to life with a fashion show experience, produced by Rewoven Runway. Local and national designer collections, and serious networking. 7/23

  • Women's Sports Day - 7/23

  • Fireside Chat with Dan Moriarty (CMO Chicago Fire) moderated by Kevin Willer (Chicago Ventures)- 7/21

  • NEW - Kickoff Happy Hour - July 20th at PB&J (5:30pm -7:30pm)

  • NEW - Ludex Happy Hour - Wedneday, 7/22ย 

    Guests will have the chance to connect with the LUDEX team, open packs, and experience how LUDEX technology is changing the way collectors scan, identify, value, and manage their trading card collections. Itโ€™s a casual, high-energy gathering at the intersection of sports, tech, collectibles, and community. RSVP Here: https://luma.com/kgf3jk3q

Ticket options for all events: https://chicagosportstechweek.com/#tickets

๐ŸŽจย Designer spotlight for The Tunnel Walk We're showcasing incredible brands on the runway:

๐Ÿขย Venue pages Check out Loft Lucia and Cameo HQ with maps and directions so you know exactly where you're headed.

๐ŸŽŸ๏ธ Tickets are live

  • All City Pass (All Access)โ€” $399

  • The Future of Sports Innovation & Engagement โ€” $199

  • Womenโ€™s Sports Day - $199

  • Pitch Contest - $10

  • Happy Hour - $10

Check it all out at chicagosportstechweek.com. We're still adding more speakers, sessions, and surprises over the next few weeks. Keep an eye out.

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