SPORTS BUSINESS CLASSROOM IS DEDICATED TO DEVELOPING THE INDUSTRY LEADERS OF TOMORROW
Sports Business Classroom is dedicated to creating immersive educational and training experiences designed by leading industry professionals to develop the sports business stars of tomorrow.
We create one-of-a-kind learning opportunities for those interested in the business of basketball and jobs in sports. Our goal with every program we produce is to combine the best of all worlds into a single package – great academics, hands-on experience, immersion into the subject matter and interaction with some of the best minds working in and around the NBA.
Sports Business Classroom’s innovative educational programs give both aspiring and seasoned basketball professionals from around the world the opportunity to learn from top sports professionals in a one-of-a-kind environment.
Our flagship program, The Business of Basketball Program at the Las Vegas Summer League provides an immersive, inside look into the world of sports and the intricacies of the business of basketball, in an ideal setting for learning the material.
SPORTS BUSINESS CLASSROOM IS RUN BY INDUSTRY LEADING PROFESSIONALS
Warren LeGarie is President of San Francisco based WGL Management, a principal in VSL Properties, LLC and the Executive Director, Co-founder of the NBA Summer League and resides on the Board of Directors for Tomorrow’s Stars Foundation.
Among his current clients are Rick Carlisle of the Indiana Pacers, Dwane Casey of the Detroit Pistons, Scott Brooks of the Portland Trail Blazers and many more.
He also has the distinction of being the first NBA Agent of any kind to partner with the NBA.
Albert Hall is President of HallPass Media, a principal in VSL Properties, LLC, Co-founder of the NBA Summer League and resides on the Board of Directors for Tomorrow’s Stars Foundation.
Over the past 25 years, Hall has built several businesses and sports properties through hard work, strategic business moves and quality relationships.
Hall is most proud of the opportunities he and his team have created for young people throughout the sports industry, and continues to inspire and influence the next generation of difference makers in all aspects of life.
ESPN NBA Front Office Insider, Bobby Marks, is set to champion the next wave of leaders in the business of basketball as he takes on the role of Lead Instructor for Sports Business Classroom, the global leader in basketball education.
Since joining ESPN in 2017, Marks has established himself as the preeminent NBA front office insider in basketball. Prior to ESPN, Marks spent 20 years working in NBA front offices, most recently as the Assistant General Manager with the Brooklyn Nets.
PAST PARTICIPANTS INCLUDE:
MIKE
D’ANTONI
New Orleans Pelicans
Coaching Advisor
ALVIN
GENTRY
Sacramento Kings
VP of Basketball Engagement
LINDSEY
HARDING
Stockton Kings
Head Coach
QUIN
SNYDER
Atlanta Hawks
Head Coach
BOBBY
WEBSTER
Toronto Raptors
General Manager
DARYL
MOREY
Philadelphia 76ers
President of Basketball Operations
BUZZ
PETERSON
Charlotte Hornets
Assistant General Manager
ADAM
SILVER
NBA
Commissioner
RAMONA
SHELBURNE
ESPN
NBA Insider
ANDY
ELISBURG
Miami Heat
Sr VP of Basketball Operations / General Manager
MARK
CUBAN
Dallas Mavericks
Owner
SWIN
CASH CANAL
New Orleans Pelicans
VP of Basketball Operations & Team Development
RICK
CARLISLE
Indiana Pacers
Head Coach
MARK
JONES
Sacramento Kings & ESPN
Play-By-Play Announcer
DAVID
ALDRIDGE
Turner Sports
Reporter
ADRIAN
WOJANAROWSKI
ESPN
NBA Insider
JAY
BILAS
ESPN
College Basketball Analyst
RACHEL
NICHOLS
NBA Insider
and Host
DENNIS
SCOTT
NBA TV Analyst /
Founder of Shooter’s Paradise
BOBBY
MARKS
ESPN
NBA Front Office Insider
CASSIDY
HUBBARTH
ESPN
Host/Reporter
J.A.
ADANDE
Medill (Northwestern)
Director of Sports Journalism
HOWARD
BECK
Bleacher Report
Senior NBA Writer
JOE
BRANCH
Minnesota Timberwolves
Assistant General Manager
JEREMY
LEVIN
Turner Sports
Coordinating Producer
STUDENT TESTIMONIALS
“Sports Business Classroom, specifically the Salary Cap Management/Executive Session track helped prepare me for my journey through an NBA G League Front Office and equipped me with the necessary knowledge to be successful.”
– Amber Nichols
2017 Alumni
Capital City Go-Go, General Manager
“When I made the decision to attend SBC in 2021, I had some reservations about whether or not the program was truly ‘worth it.’ But almost immediately after arriving, I realized that this could be a game-changer for a career in sports. Beyond the incredible skills and connections I gained during my week in Las Vegas, the mentorship I’ve received since has been extremely valuable. And it has directly led to the success I’ve had in the sports industry.”
– Ron Gutterman
2021 Alumni
L.A. Dodgers/DodgerInsider, Editorial and Print Content Coordinator
“Sports Business Classroom was an incredible experience.
Though we were unable to meet in person, the curriculum, the varying perspectives from industry experts, and SBC network was second to none.
I strongly recommend the program for anyone looking to build a network of like-minded people trying to make a living within hoops.
I can’t wait to grow and continue to cross paths with the SBC team and classmates for years to come!”
– Makar Gevorkian
2020 Alumni
Brooklyn Nets, Basketball Operations