ABOUT US

Sports Tech HQ is a nonprofit organization fueling Indiana’s transformation into a global hub for sports technology. Home to a world-class sports infrastructure, Indiana provides the foundation for entrepreneurs to advance innovations that elevate the game for fans, athletes, and teams. Sports Tech HQ attracts companies from around the world to join its collective, positioning them at the forefront of an industry projected to reach $100B by 2030.

Our Foundational Partners

Sports Tech HQ emerged from a shared vision to transform Indiana into a global hub for sports technology. Recognizing the immense potential of sports tech to future-proof the state’s ‘sportconomy,’ the Indiana Economic Development Corporation partnered with the Indiana Sports Corp to create a platform that would foster innovation, collaboration, and growth.

STHQ Team

Jeffrey Hintz
Brian Alkire
Lily Brown

Jeffrey Hintz

Executive Director

With over 20 years of experience in sports, Jeff has become a trailblazer in planning and executing major events that define the industry. His leadership roles at PGA Headquarters and across iconic PGA of America events, including the PGA Championship, Senior PGA Championship, and Ryder Cup, underscore his impact. Recognized as the 2016 Sportsperson of the Year by the Star Tribune for his transformative work as the Ryder Cup Director in Minnesota, Jeff continued to support the game as Executive Director of the Minnesota PGA.

Today, Jeff channels his passion for sports and technology by leading innovation initiatives at Indiana Sports Corp—the nation’s most storied sports commission—while driving Indiana’s ambitious vision to become an international hub for the sports tech industry.

An Indianapolis native, Jeff earned a degree in Sports Marketing & Management from Indiana University and an Executive MBA from the Quantic School of Business & Technology.

Brian Alkire

Head of Marketing

Brian Alkire joined Sports Tech HQ with a distinguished background in production, media relations, and brand management. Previously, he served as a Coordinating Producer for NBC News in New York, where he played a pivotal role in amplifying the TODAY Show brand with more than 200 local NBC stations across the United States. Prior to his tenure at NBC, Alkire helped deliver Jerry Seinfeld’s award-winning talk show series Comedians in Cars Getting Coffee to a worldwide audience on NETFLIX and Sony’s “Crackle” streaming service.

Brian was born and raised in Franklin, Indiana and is a 2014 graduate of DePauw University.

Lily Brown

Administrative Manager

As Administrative Manager, Lily provides essential support to Sports Tech HQ staff and projects, manages vital administrative projects, and streamlines processes to ensure that STHQ’s operations continue to drive our mission forward. She brings a wealth of experience from her previous roles in the public and nonprofit sectors, where she has led everything from event planning and grant writing, to finance, HR, and administrative operations. Originally from England, Lily grew up in Texas and has been a member of the Indianapolis community for the last eight years. Lily is a 2017 graduate of Cornell University and holds a Master’s Degree from Marian University.

STHQ Team

Jeffrey Hintz

Jeffrey Hintz

Executive Director

With over 20 years of experience in sports, Jeff has become a trailblazer in planning and executing major events that define the industry. His leadership roles at PGA Headquarters and across iconic PGA of America events, including the PGA Championship, Senior PGA Championship, and Ryder Cup, underscore his impact. Recognized as the 2016 Sportsperson of the Year by the Star Tribune for his transformative work as the Ryder Cup Director in Minnesota, Jeff continued to support the game as Executive Director of the Minnesota PGA.

Today, Jeff channels his passion for sports and technology by leading innovation initiatives at Indiana Sports Corp—the nation’s most storied sports commission—while driving Indiana’s ambitious vision to become an international hub for the sports tech industry.

An Indianapolis native, Jeff earned a degree in Sports Marketing & Management from Indiana University and an Executive MBA from the Quantic School of Business & Technology.
Brian Alkire

Brian Alkire

Head of Marketing

Brian Alkire joined Sports Tech HQ with a distinguished background in production, media relations, and brand management. Previously, he served as a Coordinating Producer for NBC News in New York, where he played a pivotal role in amplifying the TODAY Show brand with more than 200 local NBC stations across the United States. Prior to his tenure at NBC, Alkire helped deliver Jerry Seinfeld’s award-winning talk show series Comedians in Cars Getting Coffee to a worldwide audience on NETFLIX and Sony’s “Crackle” streaming service.

Brian was born and raised in Franklin, Indiana and is a 2014 graduate of DePauw University.
Lily Brown

Lily Brown

Administrative Manager

As Administrative Manager, Lily provides essential support to Sports Tech HQ staff and projects, manages vital administrative projects, and streamlines processes to ensure that STHQ’s operations continue to drive our mission forward. She brings a wealth of experience from her previous roles in the public and nonprofit sectors, where she has led everything from event planning and grant writing, to finance, HR, and administrative operations. Originally from England, Lily grew up in Texas and has been a member of the Indianapolis community for the last eight years. Lily is a 2017 graduate of Cornell University and holds a Master’s Degree from Marian University.