From hands-on demos and insightful seminars to epic team challenges and unforgettable connections, our first SSIA Conference in Vegas was a game-changer for AREENA—dive into the full recap!
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The 2025 Sport & Social Industry Association (SSIA) Conference in Las Vegas was an incredible experience for our team at AREENA.
As first-time attendees, we had the opportunity to connect with league organizers from across the country, showcase our latest technology, and immerse ourselves in the conversations shaping the future of social sports.
The conference kicked off with a welcome reception that set the stage for an exciting few days ahead.
We met new faces and reconnected with long-time industry friends, sharing insights and experiences over icebreaker games and team challenges.
The seminar sessions at SSIA were packed with valuable insights on everything from running self-officiated leagues to digital marketing strategies. Some key takeaways included:
Every session reinforced the importance of innovation and adaptability in running successful leagues and events.
One of the highlights of the conference for us was the chance to present and demo our latest technology, including our AI-powered camera system designed to enhance player engagement and fuel league growth.
We spent an hour giving hands-on demos to prospective customers, answering questions, and showing how our platform makes running leagues easier and more profitable.
Beyond the conference sessions, the networking opportunities in Vegas were unparalleled. We hosted a dinner, strengthening relationships with fellow organizers and partners.
The team challenges—featuring games like cornhole, Jenga, a scavenger hunt, and a live-action Angry Birds competition—brought out our competitive sides and made for some unforgettable moments.
The conference wrapped up with the Social Star Awards, celebrating the standout leaders in the industry. It was inspiring to see the dedication and passion that drives this community forward.
A huge thank you to our friends at Chicago Sport & Social, Dallas Sport & Social, SportsLink, and Average Joe Sports for making our first SSIA Conference an unforgettable experience.
We also made some awesome new friends along the way, including FXA Sports, Game On Buffalo!, and Beach City Sports. The support and collaboration from this community truly exemplify what makes this industry so special.
The SSIA Conference reinforced just how valuable it is to be part of this dynamic and evolving industry.
We left Vegas feeling inspired, energized, and ready to keep pushing the boundaries of what’s possible for sport and social leagues.
Already counting down to next year’s event—see you all there! 🏆
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