CAA World Congress of Sports

North America's largest sports business conference, at ownership and C-suite level.

DATES
14-16 April 2026
3 days, annual
VENUE
Los Angeles
Los Angeles, United States
ORGANISER
Sports Business Journal / CAA
Sports Business Journal / CAA
ATTENDANCE
Senior sports business executives
Largest North American sports business event

Definition

The CAA World Congress of Sports is North America's largest sports business conference. The 2026 edition ran from 14 to 16 April in Los Angeles, host city of the 2026 FIFA World Cup and NBA All-Star Game, Super Bowl LXI in 2027 and the 2028 Summer Olympics. The audience is at ownership and C-suite level.

What it covers

The Congress gathers owners, team presidents, sponsors and media leaders. It is less technology-led, offering access to the decision-makers who shape major events and media flows.

Where it sits

It is the American counterpart of Leaders Week: very senior, ownership-oriented, low on technology. Its value rises with the US event cycle through 2028.

The event in numbers (organiser-declared)

Format 3-day conference
Level ownership and C-suite
Host city Los Angeles

FAQ

Who should attend?

Owners, team presidents, sponsors, media executives, agency leaders and investors.

Is there a technology angle?

Limited. It is a senior business and strategy conference rather than a technology event.