In this exclusive session, Lauren Leichtman will share insights into her journey from private equity to professional sports ownership, and how she’s helping reshape the future of women’s sports through strategic investment, visionary leadership, and a commitment to long-term growth. From building a championship-caliber team on and off the field to pioneering new standards in fan engagement and business operations, this discussion will offer a rare look into the intersection of finance, sport, and impact.

As women’s sports continue to surge in value, visibility, and influence, a new generation of team owners is shaping the future of the industry. This conversation brings together visionary owners across the global soccer ecosystem to discuss the evolving business of team ownership, the unique challenges and opportunities in the women’s sports landscape, and the strategies fueling growth and long-term sustainability. From equity stakes to community impact, hear firsthand how these leaders are redefining what it means to invest in the game.

As women’s sports reach unprecedented levels of visibility and investment, expansion is at the forefront of long-term growth. In this session, team presidents and ownership voices from the WNBA and NWSL unpack what it takes to build winning organizations from the ground up. From market entry to operational execution, this conversation explores how the next generation of franchises is being shaped — and what it means for the future of the women's sports.

As the Olympic Games approach, hear from elite athletes preparing to compete on the world stage. This panel offers insight into the discipline, strategy, and mindset required at the highest level of sport, highlighting the leadership, resilience, and performance under pressure that define Olympic success.

Every great athlete has a powerhouse behind the scenes. Join leading sports agents as they discuss what it takes to thrive in today’s competitive sports world. This candid conversation explores trust, strategy, career milestones, and the unfiltered reality of navigating fame, pressure, and performance together.

As the business of sports evolves, women are increasingly leading from the front office — shaping team strategy, driving revenue, building global brands, and transforming fan engagement. This panel brings together influential women across key roles in sports organizations to discuss their paths to leadership, the impact they’re making across departments, and how they’re changing the game from the inside out.

We’ll unpack the bold evolution from Season 1 to Season 2—highlighting format changes, storytelling innovations, and how the league continues to blend elite basketball talent with entertainment and fan engagement. Get insights into athlete recruitment, content strategy, production challenges, and how Unrivaled is shaping the future of sports media.

Globally accomplished sporting legends join us for an inside look at their time dominating the world stage as well as offering a glimpse at the future of women's sports across disciplines. Listen in as some of the defining athletes of the era share what pushed them to greatness and how the business ecosystem of sport can continue to offer opportunities to the next generation.

WNBA legends take the stage to reflect on the league’s growth, their roles in elevating women’s sports, and what’s next for the game. From trailblazing moments to lasting impact, hear how these athletes helped shape the WNBA—and continue to influence the future of sports, media, and leadership.