6:30 AM - 7:30 AM
Morning Bootcamp
Start your day with an invigorating workout session at the world-class Dallas Star (Dallas Cowboys practice facility). Led by professional strength and conditioning coaches, this session offers both a great workout and a chance to share a sweat session with your peers.
9:00 AM
Opening Remarks
9:15 AM - 10:00 AM
Architecting Excellence - Building High-Performance Teams From The Ground Up
Gain invaluable insights from veteran performance leaders who have successfully built and transformed elite performance teams across global sports.
- Ian McMcKeown - Philadelphia Flyers
- Steve Tashjian - High Performance Consultant, Formerly: US Men's National Team, Everton FC
- Josh Hagen - The Ohio State University
- Andrew Trimble - Moderator
10:00 AM - 10:45 AM
Beyond Silos: The Pirates' Integrated Performance Blueprint
Discover how the Pittsburgh Pirates performance team transforms fragmented data into actionable intelligence by uniting strength, nutrition, and athletic performance monitoring. The team will share their approach to collecting, integrating, and interpreting cross-departmental metrics to optimize player development and injury prevention. Learn practical strategies to break down information barriers in your organization and leverage holistic data for superior athlete outcomes.
- John Baker, VP Performance
- Stephanie Kolloff O’Neill, Dietitian
- Corey Cook, Strength & Conditioning Coach
11:15 AM - 12:00 PM
Silos to Systems: Evolving Collegiate Athlete Care Through Integration
Discover how one elite university is transforming collegiate athletics by creating an integrated performance system that mirrors professional models while addressing unique campus challenges. This keynote reveals how integration—not just information—has become the true differentiator in athlete development when multiple disciplines converge effectively. Attendees will learn actionable strategies to move beyond siloed approaches and leverage interdisciplinary collaboration to deliver personalized care that prioritizes the athlete over the process.
Presented by: John Wagle - Pat & Jana Eilers Senior Associate Athletics Director for Sports Performance
1:00 PM - 2:00 PM
Keynote: The Emergency Mind Workshop
This interactive session, led by Dan Dworkis, an emergency physician, focuses on exploring how individuals and teams apply knowledge under extreme pressure and perform at their best when it matters the most.
2:00 PM - 3:00 PM
Networking Break
3:00 PM - 4:15 PM
Innovation Showcase: Next-Generation Performance Technology
Participate in a series of dynamic breakout sessions featuring demonstrations from cutting-edge performance technology companies. Witness firsthand the tools and platforms coming to market.
5:00 PM - 9:30 PM
Elite Dining Experience
Enjoy a unique "training table" dining experience at the Dallas Star Training Table, modeled after elite athlete nutrition programs. Network with peers and thought leaders while enjoying a meal designed by performance nutritionists in an unforgettable setting.
