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National Sports Marketing Network (NSMN) is the exclusive industry trade organization for sports business professionals. Founded in 1998, NSMN includes nearly 9,000 individual and corporate members - and 150+ Board members around the United States.  In addition to offering networking opportunities and educational programs, NSMN organizes industry discounts and offers complimentary job matching services for members. The organization features the leading newsmakers and leaders in the sports business industry, including league commissioners, network executives, agency presidents and corporate executives who organize and lead industry discussions.  NSMN's programming has received national and local press coverage. NSMN is Board-governed by sports business industry leadership.

BECOME A MEMBER TODAY!
As a professional in the sports marketing industry, you will find the benefits of membership to be extremely valuable! We look forward to welcoming you to our national membership!

PLEASE NOTE:
WE ONLY ACCEPT MEMBERS TO NSMN WHO HAVE CURRENT OR PAST SPORTS BUYSINESS EXPERIENCE.
WE REGRET THAT WE CANNOT ACCEPT YOUR APPLICATION FOR MEMBERSHIP WITHOUT SPORTS BUSINESS EXPERIENCE.

Membership Benefits

FREE ADMISSION TO NETWORKING EVENTS
Attend networking events in your local city -- and around the country
These "members-only" events are attended by sports business professionals in the corporate, agency, publishing and sponsorship areas of this fascinating industry. Our events provide a great opportunity for you to meet business and personal contacts that can help you find your next big sponsor, promotional partner or new hire!

At each event, NSMN members receive: One hour of industry networking; complimentary refreshments and cash bar; and the opportunity to participate in industry discussions organized and run by leading sports business executives. **Never a ticket at the door. Our events are open to NSMN members-only.

RECIPROCAL FREE ADMISSION TO ALL CHAPTER EVENTS
Attend a NSMN event in another city. Simply "click & go" by submitting your reservation online to attend any NSMN Chapter event. Call us to learn more!

PARTICIPATION IN NSMN'S SOCIAL MEDIA GROUPS

There are 2 Facebook Groups; 2 LinkedIN Groups and 3 Twitter Accounts! Use our social media directory to connect online!

24/7 MEMBER-TO-MEMBER INTRODUCTION PROGRAM * MOST POPULAR BENEFIT *
NSMN can help you to meet members one-on-one! Make new contacts around the U.S. or reconnect wtih former employees or colleagues. To request introductions, email intros@sportsmarketingnetwork.com.

 MEMBER DISCOUNTS
NSMN offers members special rates on subscriptions to leading trade magazines and industry publications including Sports Business Journal, Sports Illustrated, Brandweek, and so many more. View Member Discounts Now

 DISCOUNTS ON LEADING SPORTS BUSINESS & MANAGEMENT BOOKS
Visit the NSMN Bookstore today to view book selections today!

COMPLIMENTARY JOB MATCHING & JOB POSTING
NSMN will work with you and your organization to find your next new employee and your next new job. With a membership database and a resume bank, we make job placement easier for our members through specific job matching introductions. View Job Listings Now
NOTE: NSMN is not a job recruitment firm! Our services are pro-bono services that are available to our members only. We receive no payment for advertising or for a successful job placement.

CAREER APPOINTMENTS
Whether you are entry-level or senior management, you can sign up for one-on-one career appointments for specific assistance with your career direction, resume & cover letters. Receive specific help with your job search, discuss career aspirations, prepare for upcoming interviews and request job introductions. If you are looking to change jobs, move to a new market or learn how to interview better, please contact us for confidential help. View Career Services Now

 

Membership Levels

INDIVIDUAL MEMBERSHIP
$100 / year

This basic membership offers one person, one year of free admission to chapter events, including food, as well as the other membership benefits outlined on this web page.

There are no guest passes with this level of membership. All NSMN memberships are non-transferable and non-refundable. This membership also includes free admission to any NSMN events nationwide.

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INDIVIDUAL PLUS MEMBERSHIP
$150 / year

This membership offers one person, one year of free admission to chapter events, including food, as well as the other membership benefits outlined on this web page.

  • Includes one EVENT GUEST PASS for each event
    Member must accompany their guest each month.
    * guest must be a non-reoccurring guest.

All NSMN memberships are non-transferable and non-refundable. This membership also includes free admission to any NSMN events nationwide.

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CORPORATE MEMBERSHIP
$500 per package/year

This membership offers 10 employees, one year of free admission to chapter events, including food, as well as the other membership benefits outlined on this web page.

  • Includes special designation on NSMN website
  • Includes a link to company URL

Company owns membership and can replace exiting employees at any time.

There are no guest passes with this level of membership. All NSMN memberships are non-transferable and non-refundable. This membership also includes free admission to any NSMN events nationwide.


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CORPORATE PLUS MEMBERSHIP
$1,000 per company/ year

This membership offers 10 employees, one year of free admission to chapter events, including food, as well as the other membership benefits outlined on this web page.

  • Includes one EVENT GUEST PASS for each member - per event
    Member must accompany their guest each month.
    Guest must be a non-reoccurring guest.
  • Includes special designation on NSMN website
  • Includes a link to company URL

All NSMN memberships are non-transferable and non-refundable. This membership also includes free admission to any NSMN events nationwide.

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SUPPORTING MEMBERSHIP
$1,500 per company/ year

(Companies with 1-49 employees)
This membership offers your company UNLIMITED admission for up to 49 of the full-time employees.

Each employee receives one year of free admission to chapter events, including food, as well as the other membership benefits outlined on this web page.

  • Includes one advertisement on NSMN website
  • Includes special designation on NSMN website
  • Includes a link to company URL

There are no guest passes with this level of membership. All NSMN memberships are non-transferable and non-refundable. This membership also includes free admission to any NSMN events nationwide.

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PATRON MEMBERSHIP
$2,500 per company/ year
(Companies of 50 or more employees)

Our highest level of membership, this package offers your company UNLIMITED admission for the all of your full-time employees! Each employee receives one year of free admission to chapter events, including food, as well as the other membership benefits outlined on this web page.

  • Includes one EVENT GUEST PASS for each member - per event
  • Includes one advertisement on NSMN website
  • Includes special designation on NSMN website
  • Includes a link to company URL

All NSMN memberships are non-transferable and non-refundable. This membership also includes free admission to any NSMN events nationwide.

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STUDENT MEMBERSHIP
$50 per student/ year
Must be a full time student (enrolled in 12 or more credits)
Transcript, Resume and one industry reference required.

This membership offers full-time (12 credits or more) students, one year of free admission to chapter events, including food, as well as the other membership benefits outlined on this web page.

Prior sports business experience is always REQUIRED to be a member of NSMN. There are no exceptions!

REQUIREMENTS FOR STUDENT MEMBERSHIP:

TO APPLY, please send the following information to student@sportsmarketingnetwork.com:

  1. LETTER: Please email a letter that describes your past sports experience and your interest in NSMN.
  2. RESUME: Email your resume. Include any prior sports business internship or job experience. Athletic experience will not qualify you for membership.
  3. REFERENCE: Share one industry reference. Include their name, title, company, phone and email.
  4. TRANSCRIPT: NSMN Student membership is available to qualifying students who are currently enrolled in 12 or more credits. We need an official document from your university that shows 12 credit hours.

There are no exceptions to these requirements. ** If we don't receive this documentation within 24 hours of receiving your application, your card may be charged for the full amount of the Individual Membership ($100).

There are no guest passes with this level of membership. All NSMN memberships are non-transferable and non-refundable. This membership includes free admission to any NSMN events nationwide.

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