That’s a Wrap, Nashville
Take a Bow
Thank you for showing up ready to learn, share, and connect. You made Nashville a place for big ideas and honest conversations—and we can’t wait to see what you do with everything you’re taking home. Our three days together may be over, but the learning and connections continue.
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yeah, that was pretty great
You Said It Best
What a Summit! The ideas, the connections, the energy—you made it unforgettable. Here’s how you put it:
The Nashville Summit opened my eyes to how much more is possible in sponsorship.
Nashville Attendee
Always a great conference, and somehow SMA manages to get better every year! There’s truly nowhere else that brings together such a diverse mix of businesses, brands, properties and agencies while delivering messages that are impactful and relevant to everyone in the room.
Nashville Attendee
The greatest gathering of event and sponsorship thinkers in one place.
Nashville Attendee
The atmosphere at this conference is truly unique. Everyone I sit beside, stand next to, or simply find myself near is eager to connect and engage in meaningful conversation. You’ve created something really special here.
Nashville Attendee
This year’s Summit renewed my sense of pride for being in such an exciting business.
Nashville Attendee
I learned more in the first day than I have in my three years in my role. This isn’t what I went to school for but it’s become a passion and this summit gave me the confidence to take our zoo where it needs to go.
Nashville Attendee
I’ve been to a handful of conferences over the years and nothing compares to what I’ve learned over a few short days! I’ve built meaningful connections and have had great conversations. I will be recommending Summit to all of my peers!
Nashville Attendee
I have done sponsorship a long time and this is my 3rd conference. This time I feel my biggest takeaway is the support, understanding and overall encouragement I am receiving. I needed it at this time.
Nashville Attendee
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A Look Back at Nashville
Big ideas on stage. New connections in Industry Forums. Good times all around in Nashville. Take a look back at the moments that made this year’s Summit.










Award Winners
Celebrating Excellence
One more reason to celebrate: this year’s award winners we announced at the Summit! Join us in congratulating the honorees whose work, leadership, and contributions are moving our industry forward.
Beyond the Summit
The Summit is 3 days.

is the other 362.
The ideas you’re taking home deserve more than a page in a notebook. Keep building on them with SMA membership—through ongoing learning, resources, and connections with people who understand your work.
Beyond the Summit
The Summit is 3 days.

is the other 362.
The ideas you’re taking home deserve more than a page in a notebook. Keep building on them with SMA membership—through ongoing learning, resources, and connections with people who understand your work.
Thank you to
The Voices Who Inspired Us
Sampson Yimer
SMA Board Member, Sponsorship & Partnerships Executive
Ashley Eicher
On-Air Personality, Media Coach, & Storyteller
Josh Jenkins
Songwriter
Matt Jenkins
Songwriter
Charece Williams
Founder & CEO of Inside the Huddle
Matt Wikstrom
Chief of Partnership Sales, U.S. Olympic & Paralympic Properties
Thank you to
The Partners Who Made It Possible























































































































