GITG Conference Testimonials

 
GITG 2023 Conference

Testimonials - What Attendees Are Saying

The goal was to educate students about career opportunities in the sports business and connect them with companies that can offer them internships and jobs.

Here’s what our attendees and sponsors had to say.

"I had an amazing time networking with like-minded HBCU scholars and professionals within the industry. I am so grateful for the connections I was able to make, and I am already looking forward to attending next year!"
Maya Reneé Cockburn, Howard University Sophomore Sports Management & Economics Double Major
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"It was empowering, inspiring and sightful. Many prominent professionals of color were present giving back. So many lessons were conveyed. What a powerful event!! So glad our students got to be a part of it."
Ceyda Mumcu, Ph.D. Higher Ed Leader at University of New Haven
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"Had an amazing time. We networked with tons of students and faculty from HBCUs all over. So proud of ASICS America Corporation for sending us and grateful for the experience and connections that were made."
Ashley Dyson, Manager DEI at ASICS
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"I am so grateful that I was able to go and have an amazing time networking with HBCU students and professionals within the industry. I was able to make several connections throughout the conference and look forward to collaborating with some of the companies in attendance on panels and professional workshops with the Minorities in Sports: Howard Chapter."
Michayla Maxwell, Senior broadcast multimedia student at Howard University
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"This past weekend I was given the opportunity to attend the inaugural Get in the Game Conference in Baltimore, Maryland. Attending this conference allowed me to network and learn more from professionals in the sports industry. While attending, it was nice to network with other students of color especially from HBCU's who are aspiring to work in this industry."
Tyler Woods, NYU
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"I had an amazing time networking with like-minded HBCU scholars and professionals within the industry. I am so grateful for the connections I was able to make, and I am already looking forward to attending next year!"
Maya Reneé Cockburn, Howard University Sophomore Sports Management & Economics Double Major
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"Had an amazing time. We networked with tons of students and faculty from HBCUs all over. So proud of ASICS America Corporation for sending us and grateful for the experience and connections that were made."
Ashley Dyson, Manager DEI at ASICS:
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"It was a fantastic event. We were not sure what to expect! The HBCUs were amazing and engaged. The companies and brands were awesome."
Tara McRae, Clarks
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"It was empowering, inspiring and insightful. Many prominent professionals of color were present giving back. So many lessons were conveyed. What a powerful event!! So glad our students got to be a part of it."
Ceyda Mumcu, Ph.D. Higher Ed Leader at University of New Haven
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