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SUMMARY:Game Changers: Sports Tourism in Palm Beach North\, Panel Luncheon\, hosted by the Young Professionals Council
DESCRIPTION:Game Changers: Sports Tourism in Palm Beach North\n\n Panel Luncheon\, hosted by the Young Professionals Council \n\n\n\n\n\nThe Palm Beach North Chamber of Commerce invites you to Game Changers\, a high-energy panel discussion spotlighting the impact of sports tourism on Palm Beach North. \n\nAs our region steps onto the national stage as a premier sports destination\, this conversation will explore how competition\, innovation\, and world-class events are driving momentum in hospitality\, development\, and community connection\, shaping the future of Palm Beach North.\n\nThe Panel: \n\n\n\nAndrew George \n\nTMRW Sports - SVP\, Live Event Experience \n\nAndrew George is the Senior Vice President of Live Event Experience at TMRW Sports Group\, where he is helping redefine how fans experience sports through immersive\, technology-driven events. He plays a key role in TGL presented by SoFi\, the groundbreaking indoor golf league airing on ESPN that blends elite competition with cutting-edge innovation. Previously\, George spent over a decade with The Honda Classic\, rising to become one of the youngest and most impactful leaders in PGA TOUR history\, known for elevating fan experience\, expanding community impact\, and strengthening the event's global profile. A respected voice in sports tourism and live entertainment\, George brings a forward-thinking perspective on how innovation\, destination\, and sport intersect.\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\nMike Bauer\n\nRoger Dean Chevrolet Stadium -General Manager \n\nMike Bauer is the General Manager of Roger Dean Chevrolet Stadium\, one of the most dynamic and heavily programmed ballparks in the country. A Florida native and longtime sports executive\, Bauer oversees a sprawling\, year-round baseball complex that serves as the spring training home for Major League teams\, their minor league affiliates\, and a constant rotation of elite amateur events. Known for his ability to balance high-volume operations with exceptional fan experience\, Bauer has built a reputation for turning stadiums into community destinations. Before leading Roger Dean Chevrolet Stadium\, he held executive roles across professional baseball and began his career with the Tampa Bay Lightning\, managing large-scale guest services for championship-level sporting events and major concerts. Deeply involved in Palm Beach County\, Bauer is a civic leader whose work sits at the intersection of sports\, tourism\, and community impact.\n\n\n\n\n\nGeorge Linley \n\nPalm Beach County Sports Commissions - Executive Director \n\nGeorge Linley has served the Palm Beach County Sports Commission for over 20 years\, including nearly 15 as Executive Director. Under his leadership\, The Palm Beaches have become a premier sports tourism destination\, with events generating significant economic impact and nearly 25% of the county's hotel room nights. In 2024\, the organization hosted 213 events across 44 sports\, generating more than $330 million in visitor spending. Linley has played a key role in attracting major national and international events and continues to position Palm Beach County as a leader in sports tourism.\nModerator:\n\n\n\nRicardo Gonzalez III\, Young Professionals Council Member\n\nBusiness Development/Marketing\, REG Architects\n\nRicardo represents the third generation at REG Architects\, a family-owned and operated\, award-winning architectural firm based in West Palm Beach. REG provides comprehensive design services for both public and private sector clients. After earning his degree from Florida Atlantic University in 2017\, Ricardo built a career as a public insurance adjuster\, where he gained in-depth knowledge of Florida's complex insurance landscape and key residential and commercial construction techniques.\n\nFor the past three years\, Ricardo has led REG's business development and marketing strategy\, helping to expand the firm's reach across a diverse range of projects\, including historic preservation\, civic\, institutional\, multi-family\, club\, commercial\, and mixed-use developments. With a legacy spanning 37 years\, REG has made a lasting impact on Palm Beach County's architectural landscape. Notable projects include the preservation of the 1916 Palm Beach County Courthouse\, Sunset Lounge\, Boynton Beach Cultural Arts Center\, Seacoast Utility Authority Headquarters Campus\, Mar-a-Lago Club\, International Polo Club\, and many more. \n\n\nThis event is open to all! You do not need to be a Young Professional to attend.\n\n\n\nPre-registration will close at noon on May 20th. \n\n\n \n \n Event Cancellation Policy:\n\n A notice of cancellation must be received by e-mail within 48 hours (2 business days) prior to the event. NO verbal cancellations will be accepted. Cancellations under 48 hours prior to the event\, will NOT receive event credit in order to solidify attendance numbers with the event venue. All cancellation notices received BEFORE 48 hours (2 business days) prior to the event will be given an event credit of equal value. Event credits will be applied upon request and are good for up to 1 year from the purchase date. There are NO REFUNDS. \n NOTE:\n\n Premier Events (ArtiGras Tickets / Loggerhead Triathlon Registrations) and Special Events (The Leadership Awards Dinner / Holiday Mixer / Business 2 Baseball / Golf Classic) do not qualify for an event credit upon cancellation. Contributions or gifts to the Palm Beach North Chamber of Commerce are not deductible as charitable contributions for federal income tax purposes.\n\n \n \n \n\n\n\nSponsorships are available - click here for full details! \n\nPurchase a sponsorship by clicking "Register now!" \n\n\n Sponsorship deadline is ONE WEEK before the event! Click the blue "Register" button at the top right corner of the event webpage (see this video tutorial) to secure your spot. Email Brittany Cartwright for further questions.\n *Sponsorships are available for PBN Chamber members only. Membership start at just $565 for businesses with up to 2 employees or $175 for an individual Young Professional. Become a member today!\n\nSponsorship Opportunities (Members Only) Available until one week before the event\n\nPresenting Sponsor | $5\,000 SOLD - Fox Sports 640 South Florida / Hubbard Radio\n\nNextGen Sponsor* | $1\,500 Two Available\n\n*Reserved only for Palm Beach North Young Professionals Council\n\nValet Sponsor | $3\,500 ONLY ONE Available\n\nDessert Sponsor | $2\,500 ONLY ONE Available\n\nCoffee Sponsor | $2\,500 ONLY ONE Available\n\nCenterpiece Sponsor | $2\,500 ONLY ONE Available\n\nProsperity Sponsor | $1\,500 Five Available\n\n\nUnderwriting the Next Generation Sponsor | $950 Two Available per event\n\nEmerging Leader Sponsor | $750 Available / TWO SOLD - Florida Power & Light / Code Red Roofers\n\nNetworking Exhibitor | $350 Non-Profit / $450 For-Profit ONLY ONE Available\n\n \n\nNOTE:\n\nPremier Events (ArtiGras Tickets / Loggerhead Triathlon Registrations) and Special Events (The Leadership Awards Dinner / Holiday Mixer / Baseball After Hours / Valor & Community Service Awards) do not qualify for an event credit upon cancellation. Contributions or gifts to the Palm Beach North Chamber of Commerce are not deductible as charitable contributions for federal income tax purposes.
X-ALT-DESC;FMTTYPE=text/html:Game Changers: Sports Tourism in Palm Beach North
\n \;Panel Luncheon\, hosted by the Young Professionals Council \;\n
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\n\nThe Palm Beach North Chamber of Commerce invites you to Game Changers\, a high-energy panel discussion spotlighting the impact of sports tourism on Palm Beach North. \;
\n\nAs our region steps onto the national stage as a premier sports destination\, this conversation will explore how competition\, innovation\, and world-class events are driving momentum in hospitality\, development\, and community connection\, shaping the future of Palm Beach North.
\n\nThe Panel: \;
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\nAndrew George \;
\nTMRW Sports - SVP\, Live Event Experience \;
\nAndrew George is the Senior Vice President of Live Event Experience at TMRW Sports Group\, where he is helping redefine how fans experience sports through immersive\, technology-driven events. He plays a key role in TGL presented by SoFi\, the groundbreaking indoor golf league airing on ESPN that blends elite competition with cutting-edge innovation. Previously\, George spent over a decade with The Honda Classic\, rising to become one of the youngest and most impactful leaders in PGA TOUR history\, known for elevating fan experience\, expanding community impact\, and strengthening the event&rsquo\;s global profile. A respected voice in sports tourism and live entertainment\, George brings a forward-thinking perspective on how innovation\, destination\, and sport intersect.
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\nMike Bauer
\nRoger Dean Chevrolet Stadium \;-General Manager \;
\nMike Bauer is the General Manager of Roger Dean Chevrolet Stadium\, one of the most dynamic and heavily programmed ballparks in the country. A Florida native and longtime sports executive\, Bauer oversees a sprawling\, year-round baseball complex that serves as the spring training home for Major League teams\, their minor league affiliates\, and a constant rotation of elite amateur events. Known for his ability to balance high-volume operations with exceptional fan experience\, Bauer has built a reputation for turning stadiums into community destinations. Before leading Roger Dean Chevrolet Stadium\, he held executive roles across professional baseball and began his career with the Tampa Bay Lightning\, managing large-scale guest services for championship-level sporting events and major concerts. Deeply involved in Palm Beach County\, Bauer is a civic leader whose work sits at the intersection of sports\, tourism\, and community impact.
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\nGeorge Linley \;
\nPalm Beach County Sports Commissions - Executive Director \;
\nGeorge Linley has served the Palm Beach County Sports Commission for over 20 years\, including nearly 15 as Executive Director. Under his leadership\, The Palm Beaches have become a premier sports tourism destination\, with events generating significant economic impact and nearly 25% of the county&rsquo\;s hotel room nights. In 2024\, the organization hosted 213 events across 44 sports\, generating more than $330 million in visitor spending. Linley has played a key role in attracting major national and international events and continues to position Palm Beach County as a leader in sports tourism.
\nModerator:
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\nRicardo Gonzalez III\, Young Professionals Council Member
\nBusiness Development/Marketing\, REG Architects\n\nRicardo represents the third generation at REG Architects\, a family-owned and operated\, award-winning architectural firm based in West Palm Beach. REG provides comprehensive design services for both public and private sector clients. After earning his degree from Florida Atlantic University in 2017\, Ricardo built a career as a public insurance adjuster\, where he gained in-depth knowledge of Florida&rsquo\;s complex insurance landscape and key residential and commercial construction techniques.
\n\nFor the past three years\, Ricardo has led REG&rsquo\;s business development and marketing strategy\, helping to expand the firm&rsquo\;s reach across a diverse range of projects\, including historic preservation\, civic\, institutional\, multi-family\, club\, commercial\, and mixed-use developments. With a legacy spanning 37 years\, REG has made a lasting impact on Palm Beach County&rsquo\;s architectural landscape. Notable projects include the preservation of the 1916 Palm Beach County Courthouse\, Sunset Lounge\, Boynton Beach Cultural Arts Center\, Seacoast Utility Authority Headquarters Campus\, Mar-a-Lago Club\, International Polo Club\, and many more. \;
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\nThis event is open to all! You do not need to be a Young Professional to attend.
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\nPre-registration will close at noon on May 20th. \; \;\n\n\n \n \n Event Cancellation Policy:
\n A notice of cancellation must be received by \;e-mail \;within \;48 hours \;(2 business \;days) \;prior to the event. \;NO \;verbal cancellations will be accepted. \;Cancellations under 48 hours prior to the event\, will \;NOT \;receive event credit in order to solidify attendance numbers with the event venue. \;All cancellation notices received BEFORE \;48 hours (2 business days) \;prior to the event will be given an event \;credit of equal value. \;Event credits will be applied upon request and are good for up to 1 year from the purchase date. There are \;NO REFUNDS. \; | \n NOTE:
\n Premier Events (ArtiGras Tickets / Loggerhead Triathlon Registrations) and Special Events (The Leadership Awards Dinner / Holiday Mixer / Business 2 Baseball / Golf Classic) do not qualify for an event credit upon cancellation. Contributions or gifts to the Palm Beach North Chamber of \;Commerce \;are not deductible as charitable contributions for federal income tax purposes.
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\nSponsorships are available \;- click \;here for full details! \;
\nPurchase a sponsorship by clicking "\;Register now!"\; \;\n\n\n - Sponsorship deadline is ONE WEEK before the event! \;Click \;the blue "\;Register"\; button at the top right corner of the event webpage (see \;this video tutorial) to secure your spot. \;Email \;Brittany Cartwright \;for further questions.
\n - *Sponsorships are available for PBN Chamber members only. Membership start at just $565 for businesses with up to 2 \;employees or $175 for an individual Young Professional. \;Become a member today!
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\nSponsorship Opportunities \;(Members Only) \;Available until one week before the event
\nPresenting Sponsor | $5\,000 \;SOLD - Fox Sports 640 South Florida / Hubbard Radio\n\nNextGen Sponsor* | $1\,500 \;Two \;Available
\n\n*Reserved only for Palm Beach North Young Professionals Council
\nValet Sponsor | $3\,500 \;ONLY ONE Available
\nDessert Sponsor | $2\,500 \;ONLY ONE Available
\nCoffee Sponsor | $2\,500 \;ONLY ONE Available
\nCenterpiece Sponsor | $2\,500 \;ONLY ONE Available
\nProsperity Sponsor | $1\,500 Five Available
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Underwriting the Next Generation Sponsor \;| $950 \;Two Available per event\n
Emerging Leader Sponsor \;| \;$750 \;Available / \;TWO SOLD - Florida Power &\; Light / Code Red Roofers\n\n
Networking Exhibitor \;| \;$350 Non-Profit / $450 For-Profit \;ONLY ONE Available
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NOTE:
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Premier Events (ArtiGras Tickets / Loggerhead Triathlon Registrations) and Special Events (The Leadership Awards Dinner / Holiday Mixer / Baseball After Hours / Valor &\; Community Service Awards) do not qualify for an event credit upon cancellation. Contributions or gifts to the Palm Beach North Chamber of \; Commerce \; are \; not \; deductible \; as \; charitable contributions for federal income tax purposes.
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