THE SPORTS, TECH,
& VENTURE SUMMIT

@ WNBA ALL STAR WEEKEND
- Indy -
07.17.25 - 07.19.25

 
 
 

The Players Company, Plain Sight, Be Nimble, and Sixty8 Capital are coming together to host an unforgettable experience curated for sports figures, growth-stage founders, and venture capitalists during WNBA All Star Weekend.

We invite you to The Sports, Tech, and Venture Summit happening in Indianapolis, IN at The Cinderwood Building - 601 S Meridian St.

Through VC presentations, informative panels, and curated networking, this event promises guests the ability to gain new insights, make lasting connections, and have lots of fun.

Interested in speaking or sponsoring? Email: james@plainsighthq.com

RUN OF SHOW

Highlighting women driving innovation in sports and business.

Thursday, July 17th

The Walkthrough & Kickback Experience 7pm-10pm
Discover the space, the vibes, and the purpose of the summit; if you're getting in late, join our nightcap experience with an open bar and live DJ.

Friday, July 18th

The WarmUp: Founder’s Brunch @ STVS 12pm-4pm
Enjoy a delicious brunch spread, make new meaningful connections, and grab a mimosa.

  • 1:00 PM - Founders Spotlight: Hear from four venture-backed founders about their journeys of fundraising, how they developed their go-to-market strategies, and how they have adjusted to shifting climates.

  • 1:30 PM - Ownership, Opportunity, and the Women’s Game: Women’s sports are having a real moment — record valuations, viewership spikes, and rising cultural relevance. But long-term business questions still need answers.

  • 2:00 PM - Women Athletes Turned Entrepreneurs and Investors : Navigating the world of sports and business can be tough. Join this intimate conversation with former athletes to hear how they made the transition and found success.

Pitchin’ Ain’t Easy Women Founders Pitch Competition 4pm-6pm
Watch some of the fastest growing startups pitch for a chance to win a $25,000 cash prize!

  • 4:00 PM - Pitches begin for “Pitchin’ Ain’t Easy” - the WNBA All-Star Weekend pitch competition where early-stage, women-led startups go head-to-head for a $25,000 equity investment, media exposure, and serious bragging rights.

  • 5:00 PM - Investing In Women Founders and Athletes: Investment leaders in WNBA teams and high-growth startups discuss strategies for finding opportunities led by dynamic women and maximizing returns along the way.

Versatile By Nature - STV Networking & Happy Hour Presented by Mentors of Color 6pm-9pm
A chance for the investor and VC community to come learn and connect.

Saturday, July 19th

Halftime Shows: Live Podcast Recordings 12pm - 4pm
Hear from some of your favorite professional athletes and podcasters live while enjoying food and drinks.

  • 1:00 PM - Paychecks and Playbooks: Join this intimate conversation about wage disparity between male and female athletes, their athletic journey, and how it affects business outside of the game.

  • Other Live Podcasts To Be Announced Soon!

Game On: All Star Game Watch Party 8pm-10pm
Can’t make it to the arena? Hang out with us! We’ll be watching all the action and building community.

Post-Game Celebration: All Star Game After Party 10p-Until
Celebrate the weekend and end the summit right! The spot will be filled with special guests, djs, and more.

Speakers and Special Guests

James Chapman
Plain Sight

Donna Orender
WNBA

Sheldon Day
TPC | Commanders

Elaina Paige
The Players Company

Shannon Steel 
Steel Bank

Nneka Ukpai 
POP Venture

Chanel Coney
CFI Partners

Anne Ward
Chicago Sky

Kelli Jones
Sixty8 Capital

Tom Zheng
The Players Company

Fran Harris
Electra Beverages

Jori Davis
WEVOLV

Thank You To Our Sponsors And Partners

 

Interested in becoming a sponsor? Email: james@plainsighthq.com