January 11 - 14, 2026
Orange County Convention Center, Orlando, FL
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Funding Strategies for Esports: Investing in Engagement

January 13, 2026
EXPO: ESPORTS THEATER: BOOTH #1042
Esports Leaders
Esports can transform student engagement build digital skills and strengthen school communities but how do you make it happen on a real-world budget? This session brings together a former superintendent turned funding specialist and an esports education advisor to share practical strategies for funding sustaining and expanding scholastic esports programs. From grants and sponsorships to aligning esports with STEM and CTE funding streams you’ll walk away with the playbook to make your program both meaningful and financially sustainable.
Speakers
Mrs. Jen Dawson, Esports Consultant - CDW Education
Dr. Curtiss Strietelmeier, Manager, Public Sector Funding - CDW Education

Access Type

All Registration Types Permitted

Session Type

Esports Theater

Topic

Esports

Level

PK-12

Curriculum Area

Esports