SSC Region Ready
Program: 3:00pm
Networking: 5:00 - 6:00pm
Registration Fee: $55 *Includes free parking
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The Seattle Sports Commission’s Region Ready Summit brings together leaders from business, hospitality, tourism, government, and the sports community to champion Greater Seattle as a world-class destination for major sporting events. By fostering collaboration across industries, the Seattle Sports Commission drives positive economic impact, ensuring Seattle stays at the forefront of the global sports stage.
Region Ready Summit highlights the upcoming major sporting events in the year and concludes with a networking reception for all registered attendees to continue the conversation over appetizers and beverages.
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Become an Event Partner
Partnering with the Seattle Sports Commission's Region Ready Summit offers a unique opportunity to directly connect with leaders across business, hospitality, tourism, government, and the sports community.
2025 Program Details
- Beth Knox, President & CEO | Seattle Sports Commission
- Steve Metruck, Executive Director | Port of Seattle
- Janis Breedlove VP, Events & Experiences | SPORTS ETA
- David Young, COO Seattle Seahawks | First & Goal Incorporated | Lumen Field, SSC Board Secretary, SEAFWC26 Board Member
- Alex Webster, SSC Director of Sporting Events Development
Welcoming Pro Teams and Tour Stops
- Moderator - Chris Daniels, Senior Reporter | KOMO TV
- Al Lau, CEO | AVP Beach Volleyball
- Allie Kleva, Chief Growth Officer | Athletes Unlimited
- Breanna Wong, Senior Marketing Manager | Expedia
- April Putney, SEATTLEFWC26 Chief Strategy Officer
Advisory Committees
- Moderator - Leo Flor, Chief Legacy Officer | Seattle FWC26
- Jen Barnes, Pride Match Committee Chair
- Marcus Harrison Green, Juneteenth Match CommitteeChair
- Maria Chavez-Wilcox, Human Rights Committee Chair
Activation Playbooks
- Moderated by Beth Knox, SSC President & CEO SEAFWC26 Board Co-Chair
- Find the playbook here.
Mayor Bruce Harrell
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Seattle On The World Stage
This conference brings together key decision-makers in the Seattle region to discuss hosting major events.
Featuring industry leaders, it aims to develop strategies in hospitality, transportation, security, equity, and funding to successfully bid on and host world-class sporting events.
