THE SPORTS, TECH,
& VENTURE SUMMIT

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

• 1:30 PM - Visibility for Women in Sports and Business: Visibility is currency. This session brings together power players who are using media, brand strategy, and influence to drive ownership, investment, and representation in spaces where women have long been underfunded and underestimated.

• 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 Happy Hour Presented by Mentors of Color 6pm-9pm
This experience brings together creatives, technologists, founders, and mentors to explore the wide-ranging skills and perspectives driving innovation across industries. With a focus on connection, access, and real-time support, Versatile by Nature highlights the many ways people show up in business, creativity, and leadership.