SMA Honored with Company of Character Award

 The National Association of Intercollegiate Athletics (NAIA) honored Sports Management Associates with the NAIA Company of Character Award at their annual Champions of Character Foundation Awards Luncheon on November 9, 2015 at the Grand Ballroom in the Kansas City Convention Center.

The Company of Character Award recognizes Kansas City Metro area businesses and organizations which demonstrate the Champions of Character core values in all aspects of business and operation.  All Kansas City Metro area businesses and organizations are eligible to be nominated for this award. 
"We feel fortunate and honored to be selected for this award," said Rich Hunter, CEO and Founder of Sports Management Associates. "It is a great testimony to the hard work of our team and the clients we serve."

"The NAIA is an organization that exists to enhance character," said Jim Carr, NAIA President and CEO. "Sports Management Associates L.C. embodies a daily commitment to the core values of the NAIA Champions of Character program. We're excited to celebrate their accomplishments."

The NAIA Champions of Character Foundation recognizes Kansas City student-athletes, coaches, businesses and citizens of character who exemplify the Five Core Values at the heart of the Champions of Character program.