Sports Management Worldwide (SMWW) is proud to announce its participation in the upcoming European Hockey Clubs (EHC) Belfast Hockey Business Forum—a major gathering of professionals shaping the future of hockey across Europe and beyond.

This two-day event brings together club executives, league representatives, agents, and industry leaders to explore the business side of the game. As the global leader in sports career education and training, SMWW is excited to be part of the conversation.

Who Will Be There

Representing SMWW at the forum will be some of our most respected hockey leaders:

• Mike Oke – General Manager and VP of Hockey Operations for the Peterborough Petes, and long-time SMWW mentor of SMWW's Hockey GM & Scouting and Hockey Analytics courses

• Daniel Nyegaard – SMWW’s European Hockey Agency Director

• Michael Collier – SMWW’s Global Hockey Agency Director

Together, they’ll be engaging with clubs, leagues, agencies, and aspiring professionals from across the hockey world—sharing SMWW’s mission, making new connections, and building opportunities for our graduates and partners.

Why This Forum Matters

The EHC Hockey Business Forum has become a key event on the international hockey calendar. As the sport continues to grow in reach and sophistication, the forum offers a space to discuss trends in analytics, operations, player development, and international collaboration.

For SMWW, it’s a chance to connect directly with the people shaping hockey’s future—and to show how our graduates, programs, and scouting network are already contributing to the game at every level.

What SMWW Brings to the Table

With over 30,000 alumni in 164+ countries, SMWW is a proven pipeline into professional hockey. Our 8-week, online, mentor-led courses are designed to give students real-world skills, direct access to current NHL and pro executives, and a strong foundation in areas like scouting, analytics, video analysis, player agency, and operations.

Whether it’s helping a club find a skilled video scout, collaborating with a federation on staff development, or guiding a former player toward a front-office role, SMWW exists to build hockey careers.

Looking Ahead

SMWW’s presence at the Belfast Forum is part of our growing investment in European hockey. We’re excited to meet with club and league leaders, share our vision, and find new ways to support the sport—from talent development to executive education.

If you're attending the forum, stop by the SMWW booth to connect. We’d love to meet you and talk about where hockey is going—and how we can grow the game together.