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The McLendon Experience 2026 | Sports & Entertainment Leadership Experience

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The McLendon Experience 2026 | Sports & Entertainment Leadership Experience Original post: Tue 7/28/2026 at 12:45 PM

The McLendon Experience 2026 | Sports & Entertainment Leadership Experience

Organization Name: McLendon Foundation

Organization Website: https://experience.mclendon-foundation.org/

Organization City & State: Durham, NC

Opportunity Type: Professional Development Experience

Program Name: The McLendon Experience

Date: October 1–2, 2026

Location: Durham, NC

Opportunity Summary

The McLendon Experience is a two-day professional development event designed to equip the next generation of leaders in the sports and entertainment industry. Participants engage in interactive workshops, hear from industry professionals, and build meaningful relationships with peers, recruiters, and sports executives.

Description

Designed for young professionals interested in careers in sports and entertainment, The McLendon Experience provides hands-on learning, networking opportunities, and year-round career development resources. The program brings together approximately 200 participants and more than 50 speakers for two days of leadership development and professional growth.

What You’ll Gain

  • Leadership and career development workshops.
  • Networking with sports industry leaders, recruiters, and hiring managers.
  • Personalized development report.
  • Access to the McLendon Job Board.
  • Micro-internship opportunities.
  • Professional development in leadership, financial acumen, and personal branding.
  • Year-round access to virtual career development sessions.
  • Alumni mentorship.
  • Access to an exclusive professional community.

Event Highlights

  • October 1–2, 2026.
  • Durham, North Carolina.
  • Approximately 200 attendees.
  • More than 50 speakers.

Registration

Register and learn more at: https://experience.mclendon-foundation.org/

Registration Cost

Individual

  • Early Bird: $200 (through September 1, 2026)
  • Regular: $250

Group (5+)

  • Early Bird: $175 per attendee (through September 1, 2026)
  • Regular: $225 per attendee

Corporate

  • Early Bird: $500 (through September 1, 2026)
  • Regular: $700

Event Highlights

  • October 1–2, 2026
  • Durham, North Carolina
  • Approximately 200 attendees
  • More than 50 speakers