#CoSIDA19 Day 1 Kicks off With a Day of High Energy
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Looking Ahead to #CoSIDA2019 Day Two (Tuesday, June 10)
- Final day of SIDEAM Sports Leadership Forum presented by Learfield IMG College
- Morning & afternoon "Trending Topics" sessions where you choose three 20-minute quick-hitting sessions to attend
- We Are Writers: Insider Secrets For Stress-Free Storytelling with author and award-winning reporter Dawn Dugle
- Noon-2 pm: CoSIDA Specials Awards Luncheon presented by Blinder
- 2:30-5:15 pm: Offsite Community Service Event (Samaritan's Feet shoe distribution at Frontline Outreach)
- 5:30-7 pm: Google Cloud Academic All-America® Hall of Fame Induction Celebration (free admission for CoSIDA and NACMA attendees; also watch livestreaming on www.cosida.com/watch)
The #CoSIDA19 Convention kicked off with a full day of high-energy and diverse programming on June 9 at the Orlando World Center Marriott. Invited presenters included outside leadership specialists, Director of Athletics from NCAA Division I, II, III and the NAIA, conference colleagues and those from our own CoSIDA membership. The Educational Lounge sessions, our small group, preregistration-only "learning labs" of 32 attendees or less, covered digital technology skills, graphic and video work, social media strategy and management.
The two-day SIDEARM Sports Leadership Forum, presented by Learfield IMG, attracted our biggest-ever group of senior communications leaders and those who aspire to join those leadership ranks. Topics were carefully selected and the invited speakers are highly-acclaimed and nationally-recognized thought-leaders, educators and collegiate athletic administrators. In addition to offering strategy-related communications topics, the SIDEARM Sports Leadership Forum event provides an exceptional opportunity for broadening professional networks. Sunday's speakers included motival speaker and leadership leader Dr. Derek Greenfield, sports psychologist Dr. Jarrod Spencer; NCAA Senior Vice President of Communications Bob Williams and Erik Christianson, NCAA Managing Director, External Affairs; and national media figures Matt Fortuna (The Athletic, FWAA President), Malcom Moran (USBWA Executive Director) and Holly Rowe (ESPN reporter).
Later, Dr. Greenfield then gave the keynote presentation to the greater CoSIDA membership in attendance. On the topic of diversity and inclusion and leadership, Greenfield took the room and attendees by storm in his high-energy, thought-provoking keynote presentation. He engaged and challenged the room from the start, connecting and inspiring as he spoke on "Confronting Ourselves - Building For Inclusive Excellence in the SID Profession."
One of Greenfield's most impactful messages: “Diversity is often seen as counting heads ... Inclusion is making sure that all the heads count.”
At the Job Seekers/Career Center session for those job hunters, 16 employers presented to 40 job seekers. Currently, there are 103 openings in athletic communications.
The night concluded with a kickoff reception in the exhibit hall, hosted by SIDEARM Sports, and the ESPN College Sports Cavern at Tomkos Tavern.
See the social chatter and social insights from Day One of #CoSIDA19:
> The [#CoSIDA19](https://twitter.com/hashtag/CoSIDA19?src=hash&ref_src=twsrc%5Etfw) convention is off and running. Proud to be here [pic.twitter.com/jLY3PVhSjd](https://t.co/jLY3PVhSjd)
> Digging [@ProfessorDG](https://twitter.com/ProfessorDG?ref_src=twsrc%5Etfw)'s Platinum Rule to trump the Golden Rule: "Treat others the way THEY want to be treated." [#CoSIDA19](https://twitter.com/hashtag/CoSIDA19?src=hash&ref_src=twsrc%5Etfw)
> — Jessica Lantz (@j_lantz) [June 9, 2019](https://twitter.com/j_lantz/status/1137823152375861248?ref_src=twsrc%5Etfw)
> Great opportunities in professional development, networking, community service & socializing await our [@CoSIDAnews](https://twitter.com/CoSIDAnews?ref_src=twsrc%5Etfw) attendees as we kick off [#CoSIDA19](https://twitter.com/hashtag/CoSIDA19?src=hash&ref_src=twsrc%5Etfw) this morning... registration is open! [#CoSIDA19](https://twitter.com/hashtag/CoSIDA19?src=hash&ref_src=twsrc%5Etfw) [#NACDA19](https://twitter.com/hashtag/NACDA19?src=hash&ref_src=twsrc%5Etfw) [#growingourprofession](https://twitter.com/hashtag/growingourprofession?src=hash&ref_src=twsrc%5Etfw) [#elevateCoSIDA](https://twitter.com/hashtag/elevateCoSIDA?src=hash&ref_src=twsrc%5Etfw) [pic.twitter.com/LrKAyrKh2X]
> — CoSIDA (@CoSIDAnews) [June 9, 2019](https://twitter.com/CoSIDAnews/status/1137693803773665281?ref_src=twsrc%5Etfw)
> The Community Service Event at [#CoSIDA19](https://twitter.com/hashtag/CoSIDA19?src=hash&ref_src=twsrc%5Etfw) is tomorrow! We are partnering with [@Samaritans_Feet](https://twitter.com/Samaritans_Feet?ref_src=twsrc%5Etfw) for a distribution at Frontline Outreach. Transportation will be provided, leaving at 2:20 and returning around 5 PM. Sign up today and make a difference!
> — Ryan Davis (@rytdavis24) [June 9, 2019](https://twitter.com/rytdavis24/status/1137709975877365762?ref_src=twsrc%5Etfw)
> Obligatory selfie in front of the sign. Freshman Orientation is up and running. Drop by if you are a first-timer. And, yes, that is a photo of Dave Lohse photobombing the shot. [#CoSIDA19](https://twitter.com/hashtag/CoSIDA19?src=hash&ref_src=twsrc%5Etfw) [pic.twitter.com/Xrn5881mnb]
> — Bill Dyer (@dyerwb) [June 9, 2019](https://twitter.com/dyerwb/status/1137713966308843523?ref_src=twsrc%5Etfw)
> Breaking News: [@CoSIDAnews](https://twitter.com/CoSIDAnews?ref_src=twsrc%5Etfw) Hall of Famer Roy Pickerill to serve as 5K Run/2-Mile Walk Grand Marshall and present medals.
Come sign up today in registration area!
[#CoSIDA19](https://twitter.com/hashtag/CoSIDA19?src=hash&ref_src=twsrc%5Etfw) pic.twitter.com/JTkDsq16ua
> I’m excited to be back at [@CoSIDAnews](https://twitter.com/CoSIDAnews?ref_src=twsrc%5Etfw) annual convention! Let’s get these sessions roll’n! [#LearnLead](https://twitter.com/hashtag/LearnLead?src=hash&ref_src=twsrc%5Etfw) | [#CoSIDA19](https://twitter.com/hashtag/CoSIDA19?src=hash&ref_src=twsrc%5Etfw) | [#SIDsElevated](https://twitter.com/hashtag/SIDsElevated?src=hash&ref_src=twsrc%5Etfw) [pic.twitter.com/do8lDOkOLP]
> — Jaclyn Lam (@jmlam7) [June 9, 2019](https://twitter.com/jmlam7/status/1137732058950881282?ref_src=twsrc%5Etfw)
> Good info-sharing session this morning with [@CoSIDAnews](https://twitter.com/CoSIDAnews?ref_src=twsrc%5Etfw) members in our [#CoSIDA19](https://twitter.com/hashtag/CoSIDA19?src=hash&ref_src=twsrc%5Etfw) session on “CoSIDA Listens: Membership Survey Follow-Up” with facilitator [@2DConsultingLLC](https://twitter.com/2DConsultingLLC?ref_src=twsrc%5Etfw) [pic.twitter.com/SypG79mZ1q](https://t.co/SypG79mZ1q)
> Great words from Jamie Baldwin. [@Jaymay35](https://twitter.com/Jaymay35?ref_src=twsrc%5Etfw). If you're frustrated, take a step back and remember why we do this. [#CoSIDA19](https://twitter.com/hashtag/CoSIDA19?src=hash&ref_src=twsrc%5Etfw)
> Enjoyed speaking on [@NAACconnect](https://twitter.com/NAACconnect?ref_src=twsrc%5Etfw)’s panel this morning “Communication In The Millennial Age” with [@MrsDelph](https://twitter.com/MrsDelph?ref_src=twsrc%5Etfw) [@CougarCanuck](https://twitter.com/CougarCanuck?ref_src=twsrc%5Etfw) [@ptsmith109](https://twitter.com/ptsmith109?ref_src=twsrc%5Etfw) & Eric. Great to partner with an awesome organization. [#CoSIDA19](https://twitter.com/hashtag/CoSIDA19?src=hash&ref_src=twsrc%5Etfw) [#NACDA2019](https://twitter.com/hashtag/NACDA2019?src=hash&ref_src=twsrc%5Etfw) [#NAAC19](https://twitter.com/hashtag/NAAC19?src=hash&ref_src=twsrc%5Etfw) [pic.twitter.com/N5pkYVnGhp](https://t.co/N5pkYVnGhp)
> — Rob from Chester, Pa (@knoxrob1) [June 9, 2019](https://twitter.com/knoxrob1/status/1137756240698888192?ref_src=twsrc%5Etfw)
> Really productive and informative few hours this morning spent with the [@SIDEARMSports](https://twitter.com/SIDEARMSports?ref_src=twsrc%5Etfw) staff. Thanks [@jhrubin](https://twitter.com/jhrubin?ref_src=twsrc%5Etfw) and crew for including me on the SIDEARM Select committee. [#CoSIDA19](https://twitter.com/hashtag/CoSIDA19?src=hash&ref_src=twsrc%5Etfw)
> Even though I am 2500 miles away in Caldwell ID, seeing all of the great posts and information from [#CoSIDA19](https://twitter.com/hashtag/CoSIDA19?src=hash&ref_src=twsrc%5Etfw) makes me feel like I am there in Orlando...hoping all of my SID colleagues learn a ton and have fun reconnecting with friends!
> Slight reprieve from the masses - but going strong helping with registration for [#CoSIDA19](https://twitter.com/hashtag/CoSIDA19?src=hash&ref_src=twsrc%5Etfw) - love this group of colleagues! Really thankful to be a part of [@CoSIDAnews](https://twitter.com/CoSIDAnews?ref_src=twsrc%5Etfw) - one of my favorite weeks of the year! [pic.twitter.com/oqKuaH1Ccv]
> A big THANK YOU goes to President [@knoxrob1](https://twitter.com/knoxrob1?ref_src=twsrc%5Etfw) for kicking off our Job Seekers session! [#CoSIDA19](https://twitter.com/hashtag/CoSIDA19?src=hash&ref_src=twsrc%5Etfw) [pic.twitter.com/0qAio9witg](https://t.co/0qAio9witg)
> Kicking off [#CoSIDA19](https://twitter.com/hashtag/CoSIDA19?src=hash&ref_src=twsrc%5Etfw) with an all-star media panel of [@adamamin](https://twitter.com/adamamin?ref_src=twsrc%5Etfw), [@Matt_Fortuna](https://twitter.com/Matt_Fortuna?ref_src=twsrc%5Etfw), [@malcolm_moran](https://twitter.com/malcolm_moran?ref_src=twsrc%5Etfw) and [@osiliana](https://twitter.com/osiliana?ref_src=twsrc%5Etfw)... and hosted by diehard [#Bruins](https://twitter.com/hashtag/Bruins?src=hash&ref_src=twsrc%5Etfw) fan Jim Powers ([@hssportscaravan](https://twitter.com/hssportscaravan?ref_src=twsrc%5Etfw)) [pic.twitter.com/vfRTEzBi9y](https://t.co/vfRTEzBi9y)
> When pitching stories ideas to media - "repeat your best stuff" - [@adamamin](https://twitter.com/adamamin?ref_src=twsrc%5Etfw) [#CoSIDA19](https://twitter.com/hashtag/CoSIDA19?src=hash&ref_src=twsrc%5Etfw)
> “Complacency is the enemy of excellence” ?? [@CougarCanuck](https://twitter.com/CougarCanuck?ref_src=twsrc%5Etfw) out here dropping the mic on the leadership panel [#CoSIDA19](https://twitter.com/hashtag/CoSIDA19?src=hash&ref_src=twsrc%5Etfw)
> Key takeaways from my first [#CoSIDA19](https://twitter.com/hashtag/CoSIDA19?src=hash&ref_src=twsrc%5Etfw) panel of the day - Leadership is Action:
- Delegate and involve staff in tasks to help them grow
- Build Support System
- Be Consistent, trust instincts, and believe in yourself
- Don't be afraid to adjust your style
> Hey [@GeniusSports](https://twitter.com/GeniusSports?ref_src=twsrc%5Etfw), you nailed the new volleyball program. I am loving what I see. [#CoSIDA19](https://twitter.com/hashtag/CoSIDA19?src=hash&ref_src=twsrc%5Etfw)
> Interested to hear what the ADs have to say at [#CoSIDA19](https://twitter.com/hashtag/CoSIDA19?src=hash&ref_src=twsrc%5Etfw) [pic.twitter.com/1U5Bz04Vgz](https://t.co/1U5Bz04Vgz)
> Always great to meet a happy customer - thanks for stopping by Chris Brooks [@JMU](https://twitter.com/JMU?ref_src=twsrc%5Etfw) - nice way for Team [@BlinderHQ](https://twitter.com/BlinderHQ?ref_src=twsrc%5Etfw) to kick off [#CoSIDA19](https://twitter.com/hashtag/CoSIDA19?src=hash&ref_src=twsrc%5Etfw) [pic.twitter.com/r1wMyMw7jv](https://t.co/r1wMyMw7jv)
> "I don't care how much time my people spend in their offices, as long as they get the job done when needed." - [@UCFDannyWhite](https://twitter.com/UCFDannyWhite?ref_src=twsrc%5Etfw) on encouraging his SIDs and others to spend time with family & unwind. [#AskTheAD](https://twitter.com/hashtag/AskTheAD?src=hash&ref_src=twsrc%5Etfw) [#CoSIDA19](https://twitter.com/hashtag/CoSIDA19?src=hash&ref_src=twsrc%5Etfw)
> Favorite thought from [#CoSIDA19](https://twitter.com/hashtag/CoSIDA19?src=hash&ref_src=twsrc%5Etfw) (so far): “We are here to serve our student-athletes, but you cannot pour from an empty cup” -[@Manck](https://twitter.com/Manck?ref_src=twsrc%5Etfw) [#AskTheAD](https://twitter.com/hashtag/AskTheAD?src=hash&ref_src=twsrc%5Etfw)
> Speed networking hosts at [#CoSIDA19](https://twitter.com/hashtag/CoSIDA19?src=hash&ref_src=twsrc%5Etfw) ?[@ptsmith109](https://twitter.com/ptsmith109?ref_src=twsrc%5Etfw)?, ?[@chambeaux17](https://twitter.com/chambeaux17?ref_src=twsrc%5Etfw)? & ?[@livcoiro](https://twitter.com/livcoiro?ref_src=twsrc%5Etfw)?. Love these ?[@CoSIDAnews](https://twitter.com/CoSIDAnews?ref_src=twsrc%5Etfw)? members!! [pic.twitter.com/I7rlslthPd](https://t.co/I7rlslthPd)
> (1 of 3) [#CoSIDA19](https://twitter.com/hashtag/CoSIDA19?src=hash&ref_src=twsrc%5Etfw) [@SIDEARMSports](https://twitter.com/SIDEARMSports?ref_src=twsrc%5Etfw) Leadership Forum-chat w/ [@NCAABob](https://twitter.com/NCAABob?ref_src=twsrc%5Etfw) & [@NCAAErik](https://twitter.com/NCAAErik?ref_src=twsrc%5Etfw) on "Leadership as a Communications Professional" Williams: "I've been hammering presidents & governance bodies, challenging them to publicize providing education & opportunities for student-athletes" [pic.twitter.com/n2991xXmYd](https://t.co/n2991xXmYd)
> STU Athletic Communications Department representing at [#CoSIDA19](https://twitter.com/hashtag/CoSIDA19?src=hash&ref_src=twsrc%5Etfw) [#GoodAtSTUff](https://twitter.com/hashtag/GoodAtSTUff?src=hash&ref_src=twsrc%5Etfw) [#DynamicDuo](https://twitter.com/hashtag/DynamicDuo?src=hash&ref_src=twsrc%5Etfw) [pic.twitter.com/HBEd1hIRj3](https://t.co/HBEd1hIRj3)
> Very engaging and thought provoking session during our educational lounge today. Thank you [@MsPotts_ATL](https://twitter.com/MsPotts_ATL?ref_src=twsrc%5Etfw) [@asKenishaPR](https://twitter.com/asKenishaPR?ref_src=twsrc%5Etfw)! [#CoSIDA19](https://twitter.com/hashtag/CoSIDA19?src=hash&ref_src=twsrc%5Etfw) [pic.twitter.com/Hzlyk6E29e](https://t.co/Hzlyk6E29e)
> Great insight and knowledge being shared by [@NCAA](https://twitter.com/NCAA?ref_src=twsrc%5Etfw) Sr. VP of Communications Bob Williams and [@NCAAErik](https://twitter.com/NCAAErik?ref_src=twsrc%5Etfw) in the [@SIDEARMSports](https://twitter.com/SIDEARMSports?ref_src=twsrc%5Etfw) Leadership Forum presented by [@Learfield](https://twitter.com/Learfield?ref_src=twsrc%5Etfw). An excellent session on [#Leadership](https://twitter.com/hashtag/Leadership?src=hash&ref_src=twsrc%5Etfw) as a Communications Professional. [#CoSIDA19](https://twitter.com/hashtag/CoSIDA19?src=hash&ref_src=twsrc%5Etfw) [pic.twitter.com/z60ZFMEwlV](https://t.co/z60ZFMEwlV)
> 2 BOLD FACTS from Dr [@Jarrod_Spencer](https://twitter.com/Jarrod_Spencer?ref_src=twsrc%5Etfw):
1. The center for disease on control and prevention considers insufficient sleep a public health epidemic.
2. Getting 6 hrs of sleep a night for two weeks is the same as not sleeping for 24 hours.[@SIDEARMSports](https://twitter.com/SIDEARMSports?ref_src=twsrc%5Etfw) Leadership Forum. [#CoSIDA19](https://twitter.com/hashtag/CoSIDA19?src=hash&ref_src=twsrc%5Etfw)
> Thank you to everyone who came out to today’s [#NCAALiveStats](https://twitter.com/hashtag/NCAALiveStats?src=hash&ref_src=twsrc%5Etfw) presentation during [#CoSIDA19](https://twitter.com/hashtag/CoSIDA19?src=hash&ref_src=twsrc%5Etfw) and don’t hesitate to stop and talk with any member of the [@NCAAStats](https://twitter.com/NCAAStats?ref_src=twsrc%5Etfw) team or [@GeniusSports](https://twitter.com/GeniusSports?ref_src=twsrc%5Etfw) throughout the convention. [pic.twitter.com/BIEYhdQBDu](https://t.co/BIEYhdQBDu)
> — NCAA Stats (@NCAAStats) [June 9, 2019](https://twitter.com/NCAAStats/status/1137809528060297216?ref_src=twsrc%5Etfw)