Level Up with Dr. Norm O’Reilly
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Level Up with Dr. Norm O’Reilly

Sponsorship measurement isn’t standing still, and neither should you. In one of our most in-demand sessions, “Modernizing Sponsorship Measurement: Upping Your Game on Evaluation and Valuation,” industry leader Norm O’Reilly (Dean, University of New England & Partner, T1 Agency) discusses modernizing your approach.

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BASECAMP 1.0 Completed
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BASECAMP 1.0 Completed

Our first-ever SPX BASECAMP was a climb we took together.

For three days in Whistler, we shared ideas, pushed boundaries, and stood shoulder to shoulder as leaders redefining what it means to show up. We left with new friends, new visions, and a reminder that leadership is a brand we build every day.

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Sponsorship: It’s Not Just for the Big Leagues
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Sponsorship: It’s Not Just for the Big Leagues

When most of us think about sponsorship, giant banners at a major league baseball game or a corporate name on an arena probably come to mind.

But can sponsorship be used effectively in a more nuanced way by a brand looking to demonstrate its capabilities, build its credibility, inspire its employees, and impact an audience beyond its industry?

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Crankworx at 20: From Volunteer Days to Global Stage
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Crankworx at 20: From Volunteer Days to Global Stage

This week in Whistler, the world's biggest mountain bike festival turns 20. Crankworx has evolved from a local celebration of the sport into a global brand with stops in New Zealand, Australia, Europe, and Canada. I had the chance to sit down with the man steering the ride, Darren Kinnaird, Managing Director of Crankworx Events Inc.

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SRAM Calls for Global Cycling Changemakers
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SRAM Calls for Global Cycling Changemakers

Whistler, BC — At Aspire 2025, an evening hosted by the Grow Cycling Foundation and Crankworx on August 9, SRAM announced that applications for its enhanced Community Partnership Program will open on September 1, 2025. The event at the Squamish Lil’wat Cultural Centre during Crankworx Whistler’s 20th anniversary brought together some of the most influential voices in cycling’s inclusion movement.

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The Bricklayer, the Bot, and the Changemaker
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The Bricklayer, the Bot, and the Changemaker

The timeless craft of a bricklayer requires a rhythm for their craft, a keen eye for levelling and patience of Job. From the preparation of the site to the accumulation of tools to the all-important corner leads, there are no shortcuts in the process. Each buttered brick needs to be checked and double-checked, and the instincts of a master are earned, not learned. 

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Time for a Leadership Transformation
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Time for a Leadership Transformation

Leadership isn’t about climbing ladders. It’s about climbing higher in purpose, clarity, and capability.

That’s the mission of SPX BASECAMP, which will take place August 14–16 in Whistler. It is a leadership expedition designed to reset your mindset, expand your influence, and connect you to changemakers ready to lead the future.

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This Is Why Brands Are Backing Women’s Sports
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This Is Why Brands Are Backing Women’s Sports

What does it take to build a sponsorship platform from the ground up and convince major brands to invest early?

Find out in one of the most compelling episodes of our ROI on Demand series:

🎥 “Building the Sponsorship Blueprint: Partnering with the Northern Super League”

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The Open Championship: The future of golf is digital, but its soul is still tradition
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The Open Championship: The future of golf is digital, but its soul is still tradition

Last week the world`s eyes turned their attention to the 153rd Open Championship – this year gracing the majestic links of Royal Portrush – and the tournament did not disappoint. Few venues capture both the raw elements of nature and the deep history of the sport quite like the Northern Irish gem.

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