Economy focus at college sports forum

The economy's impact on college sports budgets will be a hot topic at the IMG Intercollegiate Athletics Forum in New York City on December 9 and 10.

The event is sponsored by SportsBusiness Journal, SportsBusiness Journal and IMG. Former National Football League Pro Bowl Quarterback Archie Manning will participate in a one-on-one interview.

Panel discussions will cover sports budgets in the current economy, driving revenue through new media, college television deals, maximizing facility revenues, and corporate partnerships and sponsorship agreements.

The forum should be of interest to anyone in a college sports career or anyone interested in moving into college sports.