Cast Iron Media Sponsors the 2024 USC SBA Sports Business Summit

At Cast Iron Media, we’re passionate about empowering the next generation of sports professionals and strengthening the connection between education and the sports industry. That’s why we’re thrilled to announce our role as the presenting sponsor for the 2024 USC SBA Sports Business Summit.

Trent Staley, our President and COO and USC alum, shares what this event means to him: 

“As a proud USC graduate, this moment feels especially meaningful to me. Looking back on my time as a student-athlete at USC, I’m reminded of the incredible experiences and lessons that helped shape my career. Now, as I stand with Cast Iron Media as the presenting sponsor for the 2024 USC SBA Sports Business Summit, it feels like full circle – an opportunity to give back to the university and the community that played such a pivotal role in my journey as it elevates its connection to the industry that I am so proud to be a part of.

This year’s summit, taking place on November 21st at the Trojan Grand Ballroom, is a new high-water mark for the USC Sports Business Association. The caliber of speakers lined up for this event is truly impressive. We’ll hear from top industry leaders across sports, entertainment, and media who have shaped the biggest brands and teams. From executives like Kevin Demoff, President of Team & Media Operations for the Los Angeles Rams, and Mel Raines, President of Pacers Sports & Entertainment, to influential voices such as Dave Roberts, Manager of the Los Angeles Dodgers, Greg Genske, leading sports agent and CEO of VaynerSports, and Michael Rubin, CEO of Fanatics, these thought leaders will share invaluable insights and perspectives that are sure to inspire the next generation of sports professionals.

For me, this event isn’t just about sponsorship—it’s about giving back to a community that gave me so much, and supporting the growth of talented students who are eager to make their mark in the sports world. We’re excited to be part of this journey and can’t wait to see how the SBA continues to grow and inspire.

Here’s to another great year and an exciting future for all the students and professionals involved! Looking forward to seeing you all there!”