A Different Kind of Summit
Join us at this invitation-only roundtable of industry thought leaders to share challenges, think strategically, and explore new ways to lead in sport.
29-31 July 2025
Sunshine Coast, Queensland, Australia
No panels.
No pitches.
Just real conversations with other senior leaders in sport.
Hear what’s working.
Challenge what’s not.
Leave with clarity, connections,
and a fresh game plan.
2024 Summit:
Discussion Themes
• Professionalising the sport delivery system without losing the volunteer base
• Smarter ways to fund, structure, and govern sport at scale
• Shared services, cross-code collaboration, and data-sharing elevate outcomes for all
• The role of AI, systems design, and innovation in grassroots strategy
• Normalising experimentation in sport
Agenda
Day 1
Arrival
Welcome Drinks & Networking
Day 2
Keynote, Workshops,
Roundtable Discussions
Networking & Dinner
Day 3
AI Workshops, Breakout Sessions
Closing Ceremony
Workshops and Discussions
Governance
Innovation
Grants and Funding
Safeguarding
Systems
Workforce Development
Administration
AI in Practice
Data and Insights
Change Leadership
Strategic Communication
Innovation in Action:
A Thought Leadership Summit for Governing Body Administrators
Partners
Venue
Novotel Sunshine Coast
270 Ocean Dr, Twin Waters
Queensland, Australia
Join us at
Sports Connect 2025
Secure your seat at the discussion table.
Early-bird pricing available until 31st May.
Leaders Who've Joined Us
Voices from the Summit
“It was the most useful thing I’ve attended in years. Honest, practical, and energising.”
“We’re already testing two ideas I wrote down in the first afternoon.”
“I left feeling challenged—in the best way. This wasn’t just a talkfest.”
“This wasn’t a download of information—it was a real conversation with people who get it.”
“I left with three ideas I implemented before the end of the month.”
“It reminded me why I work in sport—and gave me the tools to do it better.”
“I came back to the office with sharper thinking and a clearer direction.”
“This was the first time I’ve felt like sport leaders were actually speaking openly and honestly.”
Join us at Sports Connect 2025
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Join this invitation-only summit for sports leaders shaping what's next.
Early-bird
Ticket
Secure early-bird pricing before 31st May. Includes full access to all sessions, workshops, networking events, and two nights’ accommodation (29 & 30 July).
Join 25 senior leaders for two days of strategic discussion. Includes all sessions, workshops, networking events, and two nights’ accommodation (29 & 30 July).
Executive Team Ticket
Bring a colleague and save. Includes full access for two people to all sessions, workshops, networking events, and two nights’ accommodation (29 & 30 July).