The National Association of Athletic Ticket Sales & Operations (NAATSO) is excited to launch the application for the 2026 Convention Stipend Program.

This year NAATSO is offering a total of 15 stipends across three (3) categories which include the Diversity Initiative Stipend presented by TFL, Woman in Ticketing Initiative Stipend presented by Eventellect, and the Financial Assistance Initiative Stipend. To be considered for the NAATSO Stipend Program, applications must be submitted by Monday, December 1. 

"On behalf of the NAATSO Board and with the continued support of our valued partners, TFL and Eventellect, we are excited to once again reinvest in our membership through our annual stipend program," said Colin Hargis, NAATSO President. "As we gather in Las Vegas this June, our focus remains on advancing the vital work of ticketing and revenue generating professionals across college athletics. This convention provides an incredible opportunity for our members to connect, learn, and collaborate as we continue shaping the future of our industry. We're proud to create avenues that bring more voices and perspectives to the conversation."

These initiatives provide each individual the opportunity to attend the annual NAATSO Convention presented by TFL, June 7-10 at the Mandalay Bay Resort in Las Vegas, Nevada. Beginning last year and continuing again this year, not only is NAATSO covering the cost of Convention registration, but each individual will be allotted $1,250 to help offset travel costs, which is a $500 increase compared to previous years.

To apply for a Convention Stipend CLICK HERE

Applicants must fall within ONE or more of the following categories to apply:

• Ethnic Minority
• Woman
• Need financial assistance

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NAATSO Diversity Initiative Stipend

The NAATSO Diversity Initiative Stipend is presented by NAATSO partner, TFL.The stipend is intended for individuals that fall within one or both of the following categories:

• Ethnic Minority
• Currently employed at an HBCU, HSI, TCU, LRI or Two-Year College

NAATSO Financial Assistance Initiative Stipend

The NAATSO Financial Assistance Initiative Stipend is intended to provide financial support to members who are dealing with budgetary constraints.

NAATSO Woman in Ticketing Initiative Stipend

The NAATSO Woman in Ticketing Initiative Stipend is presented by NAATSO partner, Eventellect. The stipend is intended to support members that are women and working in ticketing or sales.

 

Questions can be directed to Nick Strah (nstrah@nacda.com) in the NACDA national office.

About NAATSO: NAATSO is the first organization of its kind to provide educational and networking opportunities; enhancement of acceptable operating standards and ethics; and establishment of the overall prestige and understanding of the profession of athletics ticketing administrators. For more information about NAATSO, please visit www.naatso.com. NAATSO is administered by the National Association of Collegiate Directors of Athletics (NACDA), which is in its 60th year. For more information on NACDA and the 18 professional associations that fall under its umbrella, please visit www.nacda.com.