Last Chance to Get in the Game – Register Now for the Next Level Summit!

Register for the Next Level Summit: Gamechangers: Reimagining Sports Media We’re just one day away from the Next Level Summit! Check out our exciting lineup below and get ready to take your game to the next level. Meet the MVPs: Our All-Star Lineup Is Here! Steve Kornacki, NBC News Chief Data AnalystKim Ng, Athletes Unlimited Softball League Commissioner & Former MLB General Manager Sarah Strong, UConn Huskies Basketball Forward Allison Feaster, Boston Celtics VP of Team Operations & Organizational Growth Tierna Davidson, Gotham FC Captain & U.S. Women’s National Team DefenderDylan Dryer, “3rd Hour of TODAY” Co-Host, NBC News MeteorologistNoah Eagle, NBC Sports Play-by-Play AnnouncerFrank Holland, “Worldwide Exchange” Anchor, Transports & Tech Correspondent Joaquin Duro, Telemundo Deportes Executive Vice President Ron Vaccaro, NBC Sports Senior Vice President, Executive Editor Samita Mannapperuma, NBC Sports Chief Financial Officer Alexa Maremaa, NBC Sports Digital Content Coordinating Producer Carlota Vizmanos, Telemundo Sports Anchor Miguel Lorenzo, Telemundo Deportes Sports Content & Production VP Miguel Gurwitz, Telemundo Deportes Sports Anchor, Play-by-Play Announcer Pierre Moossa, NBC Sports Coordinating Producer Alexa Pritting, NBC Sports Supervising Producer Alex Sherman, CNBC Sport and Media Reporter Nicole Goolsby, NBC Sports Talent Acquisition Recruiter Carmen Jerez, NBCU Local Talent Acquisition Recruiter Kevin Marsal, Telemundo Talent Acquisition RecruiterSome of what is coming down the court at our summit!Seismic Shift: The New Playbook for Sports Media  Today’s sports fans aren’t just watching—they’re streaming, sharing, swiping, and demanding more. As fan behaviors evolve and tech unlocks new frontiers, media companies must balance bold innovation with smart strategy— while also adapting to growing fan bases whose expectations around language, culture and content access are reshaping how sports are delivered.  With an unrivaled portfolio of sports across the networks of NBCUniversal, including the NFL, FIFA World Cup, Kentucky Derby, Olympics, Premier League, PGA TOUR and the NBA coming in 2026, top leaders from the company share how they’re future-proofing sports coverage—from investing in emerging platforms to rethinking rights, partnerships, and audience engagement. This panel explores the strategic bets driving the next era of sports media.  Moderated by: Noah Eagle, NBC Sports Play-by-Play Announcer  Steve Kornacki: From the Big Board to the Scoreboard You know him as the political numbers wizard in khakis. But did you know NBC News Chief Data Analyst Steve Kornacki has a serious passion for sports? Whether it’s election night or race day at the Kentucky Derby, Kornacki’s love for stats and storytelling makes him the ultimate breakdown artist. Watch as he explains how he brings real-time sports data to life. All Eyes On Us: Producing the World’s Biggest Sporting Events What does it take to bring the world’s biggest sports moments to life—live drama, flawless execution, and unforgettable endings? Go behind the scenes of events like the FIFA World Cup, Olympics, Paralympics, and Super Bowl with the pros who make it happen. From cutting-edge tech to high-pressure storytelling, this panel dives into the logistics, innovation, teamwork and split-second decisions that shape how fans experience the action in a world where culture, language and access influence how fans connect to sports.  If you’ve ever been glued to the screen wondering how did they pull that off?—this is your all-access pass. Moderated by: Carlota Vizmanos, Telemundo Sports Anchor Power Players: Women Driving a New Sports Era Women’s sports are growing at a meteoric pace and commanding global attention like never before—bringing record-breaking viewership, increased investment, and long-overdue recognition. Our fireside chat will examine how the rapid growth of women’s sports is creating transformative opportunities across the industry, from the field of play to the media landscape. Moderated by: Dylan Dreyer, 3rd Hour of TODAY Co-Host, NBC News Meteorologist  Career Expo: Getting in the Game – How to Land a Job in Sports Media Curious about what it really takes to break into the world of sports media? Join recruiters from NBCUniversal Sports and Telemundo Deportes for an honest, practical conversation about building a career in this competitive industry. Learn what networks are looking for in emerging talent, how to stand out in your applications, and which skills and experiences matter most in today’s evolving media landscape. Bring your questions—this interactive session is designed to set you up for success.Moderated by: Alex Sherman, CNBC Sport and Media Reporter    NBCU Academy is NBCUniversal News Group’s award-winning education program for developing new skills and advancing careers in journalism, media and tech.Project UP is Comcast’s $1 billion initiative to connect people to the Internet, create digital opportunity and help build a future of unlimited possibilities.Please register below and of course, share with your external networks – we would love for them to join us!  We hope to see you on May 7th.Please register at NBCUAcademy.com/Events