About Us
“Sport has the power to change the world. It has the power to inspire. It has the power to unite people in a way that little else does. It speaks to youth in a language they understand. Sport can create hope where once there was only despair. It is more powerful than government in breaking down racial barriers.”
- Nelson Mandela
Launched in 2017 by Founder Kevin Smith, OnPoint Sports Strategies provided guidance and information to organizations about building sports tourism and sports programming in their communities.
Though the industry is ever-changing, our company continues to find success working with major organizations using our core philosophy, developed during more than 30 years of working in a wide variety of positions within the sports industry. This philosophy allows us to create strategies based on sports as a key driver for the three pillars of a strong community.
The Three Pillars
Economic Impact
Economic Development
Community & Youth Development
Members of the OnPoint Sports Strategies team have been recognized for
9 years of service on National Assoc. of Sports Commissions Board of Directors
2014 National Association of Sports Commissions Chairman
31 years of service on Outback Bowl Board
2015 Outback Bowl Chairman
Co-Founding the Sports Legacy Program
2019 Sports ETA Hall of Fame Inductee
From our Clients
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Kevin and his team at OnPoint Sports Strategies helped us get our sports segment up and running. From doing field audits, speaking with stakeholders, attending trade shows, and facilitating RFP’s; OnPoint Sports Strategies LLC can do it all. We are so pleased to have them as a valuable partner in our toolkit for all things sports. We are pleased with everything from the customer service, turnaround times, and knowledge-based experience and Kevin Smith is a sports industry leader! We will continue working with him for a long time to come.
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— Debbie Meihls, CDME, Executive Director
New Smyrna Beach Visitors Bureau
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“Kevin Smith is a true professional and leader in the sports industry with a long history of successes on his resume to include the work he performed for the Harris County – Houston Sports Authority when he was hired to help host the World Corporate Games. He is a strategic thinker that can also implement or facilitate, which is a rare trait and hard to find. One of his super powers is the ability to get along with all types of personalities and brilliantly navigate political environments. I’ve also worked with Kevin as a fellow board member when he was Chair of our national association. He initiated some of the most creative programs that still stand today, leaving a great legacy long after his term ended, and also helped me in developing a high-level CEO Summit. Without hesitation I would recommend hiring Kevin to anyone looking for an honest and innovative partner.”
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— Janis Burke, CEO
Harris County – Houston Sports Authority
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We have been working with OnPoint and Kevin Smith for several years. He was instrumental in guiding our organization through staffing changes and assisting us with new opportunities to build our brand and bring more events to Polk County. Their work for us continues to provide additional results year over year.
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— Marc Zimmerman, Senior Economic Development Manager
Central Florida’s Polk County Tourism & Sports Marketing