At the top, the pressure is great…and the
support is scarce.

Only

29%

of C-suite roles in corporate America are held by women.

Only

4.5 years

is the average tenure of female CEOs (compared to 7.2 for men).

Nearly

60%

of women report increased isolation the higher they climb.

Introducing NEXT:

The Network of Extraordinary Talent

Bringing together the sharpest women in sports to build trusted peer networks, elevate their leadership, and unlock long-term influence.

For the women breaking barriers, this isn’t just a program. It’s power, purpose, and progress…on their terms.

NEXT supports women leaders in sports leagues, teams, agencies, media, and governing bodies who have a proven leadership track record and a growing global or national influence.

Membership is by invitation-only and candidates are referred and vetted by existing participants.

A LEADERSHIP EXPERIENCE THAT
DELIVERS BEYOND THE NORM

FOCUSED ON

CONNECTION | STRATEGY | ENDURANCE | INFLUENCE

Two women holding football-shaped items at an event, smiling for the camera.

NEXT will deliver transformational value
to members through:

  • Peer-facilitated Leader Forums

    • A trusted circle for real conversations in a confidential space to problem-solve, recharge, and grow alongside equals

    • Curated groups comprised of 5–8 women who will convene bi-monthly for virtual meetings

    • Members will engage in deep discussion, share strategic insight, and create authentic connection

  • Quarterly Leadership Labs led by predominate industry experts on topics such as:

    • Strategic Visioning & Planning

    • Executive Presence & Personal Branding

    • Navigating Politics & Board Relationships

    • Resilience, Burnout Avoidance, and Self-Mastery

    • Stakeholder Alignment & Influence

    • High-touch executive coaching & development

  • Exclusive in-person retreats and event access

    • Private leaders retreat in a premier destination

    • Invite-only receptions at marquee sporting events (Final Four, WNBA All-Star, SBJ Congress, etc.)

    • Annual “Cocktails & Connection” at the Women Leaders National Convention

IT’S MORE THAN A PROGRAM -
IT’S A MOVEMENT.

Are you ready to join?