# The New Arena: How Sports, Fans & Culture Are Evolving

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**Date:** March 14, 2026 · 10:30 PM  
**Location:** Austin Marriott Downtown / Waller Ballroom D  
**Format:** Panel  
**Track:** Sports & Gaming  
**Reviews:** 0

## Speakers

- **Cam Jordan** — NFL 8x Pro Bowl | Humanitarian | Media Voice
- **Ian Trombetta** — Senior Vice President - Global Social, Creator, & Content Marketing
- **Alexis Ramos** — Co-President
- **Kat Marquez** — Lead, North America Sports League Partnerships

Sports fandom is evolving from passive viewership to active, always-on participation. Fans, Athletes, and Creators are reshaping how culture is made, shared, and celebrated. This session explores how brands can authentically tap into the new dynamics of fandom, from game days to off-seasons. Learn how Athletes are the new storytellers, how fan communities are driving cultural moments, and how marketers can show up with relevance and purpose in this new era of sports and engagement.

## Transcript

A transcript is available for this session: [Read transcript](/sessions/2026-03-14/pp1148570-the-new-arena-how-sports-fans-culture-are-evolving/transcript)

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