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Future of Sports - Women Reimagining Professional Sports

The Aspen Institute via YouTube

Overview

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Explore the transformative potential of women's leadership in professional sports in this thought-provoking panel discussion. Delve into how female-driven innovations are reshaping the sports industry, from competition formats to athlete treatment and cultural narratives. Examine the success of women-led leagues like the National Women's Soccer League and Athletes Unlimited, and learn how female athletes are driving social justice initiatives in sports. Gain insights into the growth of women's sports, future prospects, and the broader implications for the sports industry. Discover how increased female representation in leadership roles could revolutionize the fan experience, storytelling, and the overall value proposition of sports in society. Engage with expert perspectives on topics such as the WNBA's impact, strategies for increasing women in coaching positions, and the importance of dreaming big in women's sports.

Syllabus

Intro
More Women in Power and Sports
What would be different if women were in charge
Fan Project
Growth
Competition Formats
Elite Star Athletes
Audience Question
Kendall Baker
WNBA vs NBA
WNBA vs NHL
How to get more women into coaching
Dream Big
Final Thoughts

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The Aspen Institute

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