Events

Upcoming Events:

March 16 & 18, 2010 BAT MLB Spring Training Shoot Glendale, AZ; Scottsdale AZ The MLBPA and BAT are conducting photo shoots at Spring Training this year where we will capture player photo and video assets. Please contact marketing@brandaffinity.net if you wish to receive additional details.

Concluded Events:

February 1-3, 2010 OnMedia NYC Mandarin Oriental - New York, NY BAT CEO Ryan Steelberg along with NBA Hall of Famer Walt Frazier will be addressing this elite advertising group regarding their joint efforts in a "Digital Branding Success Story." OnMedia NYC is where cutting-edge technology CEOs from the back streets of Silicon Valley meet the global advertising and media establishment. This two-and-a-half-day executive event features CEO presentations and high-level debates on which forces are disrupting user behavior and creating new opportunities in the marketing, branding, advertising, and public relations industries. event link December 6-9, 2009 iMedia Agency Summit Newport Beach, CA A few members of the BAT team will be attending the iMedia Agency Summit this December in Scottsdale, AZ. This summit will allow attendees to have the opportunity to rub shoulders with the key interactive agency leaders and explore, challenge and build the future of online interactive and digital media, and marketing in the region. The role of the agency in the ever-evolving interactive media space is changing. November 18 & 19 2009 Upstream Group's Seller Forum: 'Welcome to the New Normal" New York, NY BAT is a co-sponsor of the Upstream Group's Seller Forum which is designed for EVPs, SVPs, CROs and Vice Presidents who have national, North American or global responsibilities. The forum will feature high-level discussion on the state of behavioral targeting, approaches to managing the terms and conditions process, successful hiring strategies and much, much more. The event will be capped at 55 participants, with only one attendee from each company. Seller Forum attendees must lead sales for a site or network with its own content, or for a network or rep firm that is contractually licensed to sell on behalf of content owners. event link November 17, 2009 BIMA/MITX Awards After Party Boston, MA BAT is the exclusive sponsor of the BIMA/MITX Awards after party located at Saint Nightclub in Boston. The party is immediately following the BIMA/MITX Awards which is in it's 14th year of honoring the best interactive work created by and for some of the most recognizable brands and companies in the world. photos event link November 12-13, 2009 SportsBusiness Journal's Sports Media & Technology Conference New York, NY BAT is the official online partner of Sports Business Journal's Annual Sports Media & Technology conference. event link November 11, 2009 Angels Baseball Foundation Golf Classic Newport Beach, CA BAT is the Title Sponsor for this unique event that supports the Angels Baseball Foundation Hall of Fame to raise money to fund local charities. October 11-12, 2009 MLB Player's Alumni Association "Swing With the Legends" Golf Classic Atlanta, GA This year's golf classic is being held at the Barnsley Resort in Adairsville, GA and proceeds go to the Leukemia Lymphoma Society. Past participants include Brett Butler, Robin Roberts, Phil Nierko, Ernie Johnson Jr. and more. event link September 30 - October 1, 2009 Sports Sponsorship Symposium New York, NY The Relay Worldwide Sports Sponsorship Symposium will take place in New York City at the Marriot Marquis on Wednesday, September 30 and Thursday, October 1 and will include BAT CEO & President, Ryan Steelberg, as one of the conference speakers. At the heart of the Symposium will be discussions focusing on the fundamental shifts that have taken place in sports sponsorship including all aspects of the sports marketing equation - from media to athlete endorsements to consumer behavior. The program will also highlight some of the year's most innovative marketing ideas and sponsorships. photos event link September 29 2009 SCVN (Southern California Venture Network) Award The winners of the SCVN (Southern California Venture Network) awards were announced on Tuesday, September 29th. The event for this year's awards was held at CODE Restaurant in Newport Beach. BAT won the Achievement - Professional Services category. Congrats and thanks to Scott Bogdan who accepted the award on our behalf. photos September 13-16, 2009 iMedia Brand Summit Coronado, CA BAT will be attending the iMedia Brand Summit in Coronado, CA this year. As always the September summit is organized and designed to provide marketers with numerous and meaningful collaborative opportunities with their peers and with senior executives from online publishers and technology service providers. September 8, 2009 BAT Shoot Foxboro, MA BAT will be conducting a photo shoot near Gillette Stadium on September 8th from 4-8pm. For more details please contact Kelly at 949-242-7980 ext. 105. August 25, 2009 Sports Marketing in the Digital Age Dallas, TX The Dallas Interactive Marketing Association is hosting the Sports Marketing in the Digital Age event on August 25th. BAT's VP of Marketing, Allie Savarino Kline, will be speaking on the panel to discuss how online media has changed the endorsement game. Other panelists include Andy Beal, SVP, CBS Interactive Sports, Ben Cahalane, VP-Partnerships, Hicks Sports Marketing Group, Billy Sanez, Director of Global Advertising, Sponsorships & Corporate Communications, American Airlines and panel moderator will be Kern Egan, Principal, The Richards Group / Sports Entertainment division. Food and drink will be provided, plus fun gaming activities and a special appearance by Dallas Cowboys wide receiver Miles Austin, and linebacker Bobby Carpenter. photos event link August 16-17, 2009 MLB Player's Alumni Association Milwaukee Golf Fundraiser Lake Geneva Resort Golf Fundraiser to benefit the Walkers Point Foundation and Juvenile Diabetes Research Foundation and Family Centers. This fun event is hosted by Kenny Sanders. event link August 12, 2009 The Next Frontier: Endorsement Marketing in the Digital Age New York, NY BAT along with it's partners Microsoft Advertising, Fox Sports & Centro are hosting a reception to showcase innovation in online advertising. Special appearances by a few of New York's favorite professional athletes. For more information regarding this event, please contact Kelly Berneathy at kelly@brandaffinity.net video photos event coverage August 3, 2009 MLB Player's Alumni Association Half Moon Bay Golf Fundraiser Half Moon Bay, CA Golf Fundraiser to benefit the Boys and Girls Club of the Coastside. event link July 2-22, 2009 The Newport Beach Breakers Costa Mesa, CA BAT is a proud sponsor of the Newport Beach Breakers, operated by and benefiting Hoag Hospital Foundation, are proud to present another exciting season of World Team Tennis action. All net proceeds from the team's operations will benefit Hoag Hospital and other notable charities in Orange County. The 2009 season will take place July 2-22 at Breakers Stadium at Newport Beach Country Club and will feature marquee appearances by Andre Agassi, Michael Chang and John McEnroe, plus other great tennis stars. event link July 18, 2009 Sports Dream Celebrity Poker Tournament presented by The Palms Resort and Casino Las Vegas, Nevada BAT is a proud sponsor of this poker tournament that features many prominent professional athletes and celebrities competing to win $50,000 and raise money for the American Cancer Society and Operation Smile. July 8, 2009 BAT Dallas Shoot Frisco, TX The next BAT shoot will take place at the Westin Stonebriar - North Dallas. Each BAT photo shoot consists of a series of still photos and video shot on a green screen background and usually only takes 20 minutes to complete. For more information about location & shoot details please contact: Kelly Berneathy at: kelly@brandaffinity.net June 25, 2009 The Next Frontier: Endorsement Marketing in the Digital Age Chicago, IL BAT along with it's partners Microsoft Advertising, Centro and Fox Sports are hosting a reception to showcase innovation in online advertising. Special appearance by Chicago Bears Tight End Desmond Clark. Please visit the event link for registration information. photos video event link June 21, 2009 MLB Player's Alumni Association Cooperstown Legends Hall of Fame Game Cooperstown, NY Baseball Hall of Famers come out to play in the Legends Game to benefit the Baseball Hall of Fame. event link May 28, 2009 The Sports Business Awards New York, NY The 2^nd annual SportsBusiness Journal/SportsBusiness Daily Awards Gala, a night celebrating excellence in sports business, will be held this year on May 28 at the Marriott Marquis in New York City. The winners among nominees in 15 categories will be announced at this event; the most prestigious evening in sports business all year. event link May 4-7, 2009 Digital Hollywood Santa Monica, CA Digital Hollywood is one of the premier entertainment and technology conferences in the country. BAT is proud to be participating and attending this event. event link May 6, 2009 BAT Denver shoot Denver, CO Each BAT photo shoot consists of a series of still photos and video shot on a green screen background and usually only takes 20 minutes to complete. April 30-May 2, 2009 thinkLA Annual Conference Rancho Mirage, CA BAT is the official thinkLA photo sponsor. This year's conference is designed with one goal in mind: to inspire innovative business leadership. event link April 3, 2009 10th Annual Forty Under 40 Awards Dinner Miami, FL A celebration of the best young talent in the sports business following the two-day World Congress of Sports. As in past years, the 40 winners, their guests and industry leaders will be treated to a gala dinner and awards program. The evening is a celebration not only of the accomplishments of the class of 2009 but also of sports business. Ask anyone who has been there, the Forty Under 40 Awards Dinner is a night to remember and not one to be missed. event link April 1-2, 2009 8th Annual IMG/Street & Smith's Sports Group World Congress of Sports Miami, FL The pre-eminent gathering of the leaders in sports business enters its eighth year in 2009. The World Congress of Sports is a two-day event featuring keynote addresses from some of the most powerful people in sports and a full agenda of interviews and roundtable sessions on the most pressing issues in sports business today. event link March 23, 2009 MLB Player's Alumni Association Baseball for Kids Golf Tournament Tampa, FL MLBPAA will be hosting a golf tournament at the Tampa Palms Golf & Country Club to benefit the The Cal Ripkin Sr. Foundation. event link March 22, 2009 MLB Player's Alumni Association Legends Game & Youth Clinic Clearwater, FL Legends for Youth is a charitable program running more than 40 events each year nationwide. Its mission is to promote the game of baseball to America's youth using positive sports images and personalities. event link March 21, 2009 MLB Player's Alumni Association Legends Game & Youth Clinic Port Charlotte, FL Legends for Youth is a charitable program running more than 40 events each year nationwide. Its mission is to promote the game of baseball to America's youth using positive sports images and personalities. event link March 7-8, 2009 Athletes First Classic Dana Point, CA The Athletes First Classic is a two-day extravaganza at the beautiful St. Regis Resort, Monarch Beach to raise money for Orangewood Children's Foundation. Athlete representation firm Athletes First, Orangewood's PALS auxiliary and event co-chairs Jeff and Stephanie Gehl and Shannon Tarnutzer invite you to be a part of this exciting event. You will join numerous NFL stars, celebrities, media personalities and community leaders at this one-of-a-kind event to benefit Orangewood. event link Early March 2009 BAT Detroit shoot Detroit, MI Each BAT photo shoot consists of a series of still photos and video shot on a green screen background and usually only takes 20 minutes to complete. March 2, 2009 BAT Boston shoot Boston, MA Each BAT photo shoot consists of a series of still photos and video shot on a green screen background and usually only takes 20 minutes to complete. February 25, 2009 BAT San Diego shoot Del Mar, CA Each BAT photo shoot consists of a series of still photos and video shot on a green screen background and usually only takes 20 minutes to complete. January 31, 2009 The Giving Back Fund Super Bowl Party: Sponsored by BAT Tampa, FL BAT was the title sponsor at The Giving Back Fund's Big Game VIP Event at Super Bowl XLIII in Tampa, FL. The Giving Back Fund has developed special expertise in providing philanthropic consulting to athletes and entertainers, its services are available to anyone committed to increasing the impact of their philanthropy.