THE OFFICIAL HOME OF THE CREATIVE ATHLETE.

JULY 14 - 16, 2025 | LoanDepot Park | Official Host Miami Marlins
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JOIN US AT CONNECT

MLC Connect is the annual conference for Creative Athletes — designers, photographers, videographers, innovators, analysts, investors, and brand leaders shaping the future of sport.

Now celebrating its 10th year, the 2025 edition takes place July 14–16 at loanDepot park in Miami, bringing together professionals from teams, leagues, brands, and agencies across sports globally. For those leaders dedicated to pushing the boundaries of creativity to the next level.

We redefine what’s possible in sports through creativity and innovation.

Together, we build a space where sports creatives and innovators can grow their brands, enhance marketing, advertising, and entertainment efforts, and craft solutions that directly impact sports.

Welcome to MLC Connect: a place to gather, learn, and inspire.

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2024 RECAP

LOANDEPOT PARK

MIAMI

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CHOOSE YOUR EXPERIENCE

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MEET THE SPEAKERS

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CRISTINA PANDOL
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JORDAN GIESLER
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AARON KNOPF
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MALCOLM LEMMONS
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READY TO JOIN THE COMMUNITY?

HOW TO QUALIFY FOR ATTENDANCE

Click on each track to see if you qualify.

We appreciate all career paths, but MLC Connect is an exclusive event for professionals actively shaping the future of sports.

If you do not qualify, your registration is subject to further review and/or refund. Refunds will be subject to a 10% transaction and inconvenience fee. When in doubt, email us before you register. Thank you for respecting our qualification policy.

  • The Creative Track is for creatives who work full-time for a professional sports team, collegiate sports team, or other affiliated sports brands.

  • The Innovation Track is for innovators from sports organizations—including teams, leagues, agencies, and affiliated sports brands—as well as investors and founders driving growth in sports tech funds and startups.

  • In order to qualify, you must receive approval via email to register. Please contact us at team@mlcconnect.com before checking out.

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CONTACT US

For general questions, sponsorship details, or speaking inquiries, send us an email by clicking the button below or at team@mlcconnect.com.

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WHERE
CREATIVITY &
INNOVATION
COLLIDE

SPONSORS

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10 YEARS

OF CREATIVELY PUSHING

THE INDUSTRY

FORWARD