Beyond the Jersey: How Sports + Technology Are Changing the Game | ATL Sports Tech Forum | #ATLTechWeek
Atlanta is home to one of the nation's fastest-growing technology ecosystems and one of the world's premier sports cities.
With professional teams, startups, universities, investors, and innovators all calling the region home, the opportunity to lead in sports technology has never been greater.
Beyond the Jersey brings together technology leaders from U.S. Soccer Federation, Atlanta Hawks, Atlanta Braves, and AMB Sports + Entertainment (Atlanta Falcons & Atlanta United) for a conversation about how technology is transforming sports and how greater collaboration can strengthen Atlanta's position at the intersection of sports and innovation.
From the fan experience and athlete performance to business operations and emerging technologies, panelists will share insights, lessons learned, and their perspective on what's next for the industry.
Whether you're a founder, technologist, student, sports professional, or simply passionate about sports, this is an opportunity to hear directly from the leaders shaping the future of sports technology.
Host
Keisha Bradley — Product Manager, U.S. Soccer Federation
Moderator
Donnie Beamer — Senior Technology Advisor, Mayor Andre Dickens City of Atlanta
Panelists
Jeff Ota — Vice President of Engineering, U.S. Soccer Federation
Kim Rometo — Executive Vice President, Chief Technology & Innovation Officer Atlanta Hawks & State Farm Arena
Scott Waid — Senior Vice President, Head of Technology Atlanta Braves
Kevin Pope — Vice President, Chief Information Officer AMB Sports and Entertainment