Sports industry webinars
Learn from industry professionals, explore career paths and gain practical insight.
ASTAR Sports Advisory Group
Career growth through sports workshops, webinars & networking
We help student-athletes, college students and aspiring sports professionals learn about the sports industry, build professional skills, explore career paths and make meaningful connections.
What we offer
ASTAR is a sports career development platform. We are not a sports agency, recruiting service or training provider.
Industry workshops
Interactive, in-person sessions on careers across the sports industry.
Educational webinars
Industry-led conversations with insight into how the business of sports works.
Networking & community
Connections with peers, mentors and professionals working in sports.
Career development
Professional skills and exposure to real pathways and opportunities in sports.
Who we serve
Institutions
Bring sports career programming to your campus or organization.
- Colleges and universities
- Athletic departments
- Student-Athlete Advisory Committees (SAAC)
- Student organizations
- Sports organizations
Individuals
Learn the industry, build your network and find your path.
- Student-athletes
- College students
- Emerging sports professionals
Programs & experiences
Beyond the Game workshops
Interactive sessions for student-athletes, SAAC organizations and campus groups.
ASTAR community
Build relationships, share opportunities and connect with peers pursuing sports careers.
Featured speakers
Industry professionals and ASTAR members who shared their journeys in our 2026 webinars.
Career Accelerator Webinar Series · June–July 2026
End-of-Summer Webinar Series · Member speakers · August 2026
“Careers aren’t built all at once. They are built one meaningful opportunity at a time.”Ongeleke Turner, LMSW-C
Source: ASTAR 2026 webinar records and speaker materials.
What we help you build
Every workshop and webinar connects back to four areas.
- CareerInternships, job opportunities and career connections
- BrandLinkedIn, social media and personal branding
- NetworkIndustry connections, mentorship and events
- DevelopmentLeadership, financial literacy and professional skills
Program impact
How participants rated ASTAR webinars in 2026.
9.61/10overall webinar quality
9.72/10speaker effectiveness
9.17/10content relevance
18 of 18survey respondents would recommend ASTAR
Source: ASTAR 2026 Impact Case Study. Ratings from 18 webinar survey submissions.
Our network & touchpoints
Recorded touchpoints show the breadth of the sports industry our members are exploring.
86
documented industry touchpoints
100+community members
40+colleges and universities
200+LinkedIn connections made
10+industry connections
30+athletes engaged
Where our members have connected
Source: ASTAR 2026 Impact Case Study and ASTAR Sports Advisory Group. Touchpoints are experiences documented by members, not endorsements.
Featured speakers
Industry professionals and ASTAR members who led our 2026 webinars and share-outs.
Career Accelerator Webinar Series June 30 – July 2, 2026
- Elijah CollinsPhotojournalist, sports broadcaster and multimedia storytellerBreaking Into the Sports Industry
- Ongeleke Turner, LMSW-CSports social worker; founder, NoFlagNoFoul LLCMental Health, Identity & Performance
- Millie LeJeuneSports marketing and rehabilitation specialist; Atlanta Hawks/Hennessy sports marketing fellowshipCareer Paths in Sports Marketing & Healthcare
Career Accelerator Webinar July 14, 2026
- Kenyah Jordan-JacksonPublic relations, community relations and youth engagement; Orlando MagicHow to Build Connections, Careers and Confidence
Member Experience Share-Outs August 26–27, 2026
- Kaila GibsonSports management, George Washington University; AAU and Washington Commanders experience
- Necy LipscombAcademic coordinator, Syracuse University football
- Lauryn GoinsAthletic administration; corporate partnerships, USA Basketball and USOPC experience
- Danna RengifoMarketing, Santa Clara University; FIFA World Cup and San Francisco 49ers experience
- Zalaya HintonSports business MBA student; founder, Playbook Sports Marketing Group
- Cameron SharberTennessee State University alum; sports content and marketing
- Tayah AndersonMass communications and public relations, North Carolina Central University
Source: ASTAR 2026 webinar records.
2026 sports industry events
Industry experiences featured in ASTAR's 2026 programming.
In their words
“ASTAR has provided me with connections and opportunities that have contributed to my growth as a young professional in the sports industry.”
“ASTAR has genuinely helped change the direction of my journey.”
“ASTAR provides valuable opportunities for future career growth while allowing me to build new connections and gain meaningful experience.”
“ASTAR is more than a networking platform — it’s a community committed to helping one another grow personally and professionally.”
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