Westin Harbour Castle Hotel - Toronto, Canada - November 2-4, 2025

Toronto PrimeTime Sports Management Conference & Trade Show 

Canada’s Premier Sports Business Event

November 2–4, 2025 – Westin Harbour Castle Hotel – Toronto, Canada. Toronto becomes the center of the sports business world as leaders from the NHL, NBA, NFL, MLB, MLS, CHL, CFL, Canadian Olympic Committee, and more gather for two days of panels, networking, and career-building opportunities.

SMWW at PrimeTime

Sports Management Worldwide is a proud partner of the PrimeTime Sports Management Conference. In 2025, Dr. Lynn Lashbrook (President & Founder), Mike Oke (Peterborough Petes GM), and Liz Lashbrook (Executive Director) will speak, network, and host the exclusive Monday Night Careers in Sport Workshop — designed to connect aspiring professionals with league executives, scouts, and team decision-makers.

2025 Featured Conference Speakers

This year’s lineup includes some of the most influential names in sports:

  • Brian Burke – Longtime NHL Executive
  • Brad Treliving – GM, Toronto Maple Leafs (NHL)
  • Keith Pelley – President & CEO, MLSE
  • David Goldstein – COO, CFL
  • Katherine Henderson – President & CEO, Hockey Canada
  • Jason Hernandez – GM, Toronto FC (MLS)
  • Mike Morreale – Commissioner, CEBL
  • Kevin Blue – CEO, Soccer Canada
  • Peter Montopoli – Chief Tournament Officer, FIFA World Cup 2026 Canada
  • Plus dozens more from MLSE, Blue Jays (MLB), Raptors (NBA), Rogers Sports & Media, CBC, DAZN, Scotiabank, and top law firms, agencies, and federations.

See the Full Speaker Lineup →

Why Attend

  • Meet Dr. Lynn Lashbrook, Liz Lashbrook, and Mike Oke in person and ask them your career questions. They know who’s hiring, what teams are looking for, and how to advance from entry level to the GM’s office.

  • Unmatched Networking: Meet executives, agents, and team leaders face-to-face.

  • Insider Knowledge: Learn from panels on sponsorship, player development, analytics, media, and league operations.

  • Career Focused: SMWW’s Monday night workshop provides personal guidance on breaking into and advancing in the industry.

  • Canada’s Top Sports Business Event: Build connections that can launch your career.

How to Join Us

Register directly through PrimeTime Sports Management to attend.

SMWW Students & Alumni receive the student discount which includes the Monday Night Careers in Sport Workshop with Lynn Lashbrook, Mike Oke, and Liz Lashbrook.

Why This Matters

SMWW is proud to be partnered with the Toronto PrimeTime Sports Management Conference & Trade Show — Canada’s most prestigious sports business event. Our presence underscores SMWW’s role as a global leader in sports education and career development.

By participating each year, we give our students and alumni direct access to league executives, general managers, media leaders, and decision-makers from across the sports world. These connections have led to internships, jobs, and mentorships that launch and accelerate careers — proving that SMWW is where sports careers begin.

Find more information here: www.primetimesport.ca/


SMWW Sports Career Conferences:

Expand your network and learn from industry insiders at one of our upcoming events:

Baseball Career Conference – MLB Winter Meetings (Orlando, Florida)
Meet MLB executives, scouts, and agents during the Winter Meetings.
Dates: December 7–9, 2025
Learn More →

NFL Combine Football Career Conference – Indianapolis, Indiana

Connect with NFL scouts, agents, and player personnel at the iconic JW Marriott.
Dates: February 27–March 1, 2026
Learn More →

Coachella Valley Invitational MLS Conference – Indio/Palm Springs, California

Join us at MLS preseason for exclusive panels and networking with MLS decision-makers, scouts, and agents.
Dates: February 2026 (exact dates TBA)
Learn More →

Hockey Career Conference – NHL Draft (Location TBA)

Meet NHL GMs, scouts, agents, and executives in person during the NHL Draft.
Dates: June 26–27, 2026
Learn More →

NBA Summer League Sports Career Conference – Las Vegas, Nevada

Learn from NBA executives, scouts, agents, and media while taking in Summer League action.
Dates: July 2026 (exact dates TBA)
Learn More →

 

Thank you! We will let you know as soon as conference dates are announced!