Sports Product Industry Events and Connections

The Sports Product Management program is a hub for connecting sports and outdoor product companies and professionals. We host industry engagement events throughout the year, providing networking as well as educational opportunities.

Industry Events

Join us for a networking event, panel, or speaker series.

Apr 20
Gather 5:30 p.m.

Do you have a passion for the outdoors? Are you looking to break into the outdoor industry? If the answer is yes, you must attend this free event! Join the UO Sports Product...
Gather
April 20
5:30–8:30 p.m.
109 NW Naito

Do you have a passion for the outdoors? Are you looking to break into the outdoor industry? If the answer is yes, you must attend this free event!

Join the UO Sports Product Management program as Basecamp Outdoor comes to Portland and "gathers" brands who are interested in talking with you.

This event features a panel on how to break into the industry, free food and beverages, and networking opportunities with brands who are currently hiring and other awesome humans.

We did hit capacity last year so please register early!⁠

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Globally Connected

In addition to events, we also connect with the sports and outdoor product industry on a local and global level.

Our advisory board of senior executives continually shapes the program's content and direction to align with industry needs. Advisory board members represent the following companies:

  • Arc'teryx
  • adidas
  • Brooks
  • Camelbak
  • Columbia
  • Dakine
  • Handful
  • Hydro Flask
  • New Balance
  • Nike
  • Skechers Performance Division
  • Sorel
  • Under Armour
  • Yakima

Industry Mentors

Our sports and outdoor product industry connections mean each step of our students' journeys is rich with meaningful and vibrant opportunities.

It starts with each student being assigned their own industry mentor. Mentors are introduced to students during the first term to start building an advisory relationship. Mentors are available to ensure students feel supported in their questions about the industry and how to best reach their career goals.

Become an Industry Mentor


Industry Internships

To further enhance industry engagement, students in the Portland-based onsite program complete an internship that immerses them in a sports or outdoor product company in the United States or abroad.

Interested in Providing an Internship?