Why Should I Join SBS? 

Being a member of the Sports Business Society allows you access to our meetings where we discuss important topics related to the sports industry. Joining SBS will give you the opportunities to connect with different professionals around the country that will help you learn more about the opportunities that you can get. SBS is a welcoming environment that caters to all majors and we hope you will help you make more connections with the students at ISU. 

 

Our History 

In the Spring of 2019, our two founders Brian Weber and PJ McLees came up with the idea to bring education of the sports industry in every facet to ISU. Their vision became complete in the Fall of 2019 when the first meeting of the Sports Business Society was conducted.  Finding resources on the campus of ISU to learn more about the industry was difficult and creating this organization was to help bring the opportunity of education to the students. Working with their close friends to bring their goal to fruition, SBS is now in its second year of existence thanks to ISU and the great members of this organization. Together as a motivated group, we can accomplish the same goals that were set when we were created.

 

How do I Apply for Membership?

Apply for membership through our Redbird Life profile here, https://redbirdlife.illinoisstate.edu/organization/isusbs

Or, you can apply through our website and you will hear from us very soon!

https://isusbs.wixsite.com/isusbs/join-the-team

 

What is the Cost to Join? 

1. $25 is for all access to meetings and speakers. Includes access to a private LinkedIn page as well as the shirt for the semester.

2. $45 is for all access to participate in our fundraising events such as our annual bowling tournament. This includes all social event tournaments that involve payment and give access to our entire network.

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Point System 

 

• SBS Member Meeting (5 Points): 

  • Each member will receive 5 points for each meeting they attend on time on every other Tuesday. 

• SBS Event (5 Points): 

  • Each member will receive 5 points for each SBS Event they attend. SBS Events may include the following: SBS fundraising event, SBS speaker event, etc.

• Professional Networking Event (10 Points): 

  • Each member will receive 10 points for attending a Professional Networking Event. Professional Networks may include, but are not limited to, the following: 

  

Attendance Policy (COME BACK)

In order to stay an active member of the Sports Business Society, each member must earn 40 points each semester. If a member is not able to reach the 40 point requirement by the end of the semester they will be suspended from SBS for a single semester. 

 

SBS Member Meetings 

SBS Meetings are held bi-weekly on Tuesdays at 7:00 P.M. At the beginning of each meeting, the Executive Board will share any updates with the group.