The Premier Network for Executive
Women Leaders in Sports
NEXT brings together the most influential women leaders in sports to build trusted peer networks, elevate their leadership, and shape the future of the industry.
Who It’s For
NEXT is designed for executive women leaders with proven track records of influence across the sports industry, including:
Professional & collegiate sports leagues and teams
Sports agencies and media organizations
Governing bodies and nonprofits shaping the industry
Membership is by invitation-only. New members are nominated and vetted by current participants - ensuring a high-trust, peer-driven network.
Fee: $5,000 for 2026 Membership
How NEXT Delivers Transformational Value
PEER POWER
Connect with a high-trust network of women shaping the future of sports leadership.
STRATEGIC GROWTH
Strengthen your executive presence, decision-making and influence.
RESILIENT LEADERSHIP
Build the clarity, balance, and stamina to lead with longevity.
INDUSTRY IMPACT
Expand visibility, lift others, and drive systemic change in sports.
Why It Matters
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.
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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.
Members of NEXT gain:
Access to an exclusive, national peer network of women executives in sports
Tools for bold, future-focused decision-making
Increased visibility and influence inside and outside the industry
Renewed energy and clarity to lead with confidence.
