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About the Award
In 2023, NACDA announced the creation of the Robert Vecchione Corporate Partner Award, in recognition of Chief Executive Officer Emeritus Bob Vecchione and his three decades of service to the Association. The award was established to recognize a corporate individual, organization, sponsor or company that has displayed unwavering support to NACDA and its members, exhibiting a commitment to the betterment of intercollegiate athletics through their tireless efforts and professionalism.
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Bob Vecchione
Vecchione retired December 31, 2022, after serving NACDA as CEO since 2011 and multiple senior roles in the organization since 1992. Prior to taking over as CEO, Vecchione was responsible for orchestrating the growth and management of the Association, both internally and externally. One of the cornerstones of his career with NACDA is the establishment of NACDA's corporate sponsorship structure that has been significantly enhanced over the past three decades. To learn more about Vecchione's career and legacy leading the NACDA staff, click here.
As a tribute to one of its most loyal partners during Vecchione's time with the Association, LEARFIELD was announced as the inaugural winner of the Robert Vecchione Corporate Partner Award. LEARFIELD has been a dedicated corporate sponsor for NACDA on an annual basis as well as specifically surrounding the Convention since 2007. In addition, several organizations under the LEARFIELD umbrella have also served as valuable partners for NACDA and its Affiliate Associations, providing unwavering support throughout the highs and lows of the collegiate athletics landscape.
2023 Robert Vecchione Corporate Partner Award Winner
LEARFIELD
Represented by CEO Cole Gahagan
LEARFIELD is a media, data, and technology services leader in intercollegiate athletics. The company unlocks the value of college sports for brands and fans through an omnichannel platform with innovative content and commerce solutions. LEARFIELD services include licensing and collegiate sports properties' multimedia sponsorship management; publishing, audio, digital and social media; data analytics and insights; ticketing software; and ticket sales, premium seating, and fundraising services; branding; campus-wide business and sponsorship development. Since 2008, it has served as title sponsor for NACDA's acclaimed LEARFIELD Directors' Cup, recognizing athletics departments across all divisions.
LEARFIELD was formally recognized as the inaugural winner of the Robert Vecchione Corporate Partner Award in conjunction with the 2023 NACDA & Affiliates Convention in Orlando, Fla.
Press Releases
May 13, 2024 - NACDA to Honor Daktronics as 2024 Robert Vecchione Corporate Partner Award Recipient
June 9, 2023 - NACDA Announces Creation of Robert Vecchione Corporate Partner Award; LEARFIELD Named Inaugural Recipient
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