Power Play: Why Women’s Sports Are the Smartest Bet in Business
Featuring Jose Diaz, EVP of Strategic Partnerships and Communications, SMAC Entertainment and Pri Shumate, Former Chief Marketing Officer; Founder, Miami Dolphins/F1MiamiGP; Slipstream
Moderated by Brendan Vaughan, Editor-in-Chief, Fast Company
Women’s sports aren’t just having a moment—they’re building communities with real staying power. Record-breaking viewership. Surging franchise valuations. Unprecedented brand investment. Behind this momentum are teams, brands, and athlete-led platforms creating ecosystems that connect fans, uplift athletes, and channel visibility into meaningful impact. This panel explores how leaders across marketing, media, and athlete advocacy are turning momentum into mission and using the business of sports as a vehicle for doing good.