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Faces and Places — Thought Leaders

Invited guests enjoyed two days of speakers, networking and sports last month at The Sanctuary at Kiawah Island Golf Resort in South Carolina.

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NHL Commissioner Gary Bettman reflected on his 22 years as commissioner in a one-on-one interview conducted by his brother, Jeffrey Pollack.
Participants took tennis lessons and played matches at the Roy Barth Tennis Center …
… while the golfers tried to tame the famed Ocean Course.
Bruin Sports Capital’s George Pyne led a discussion on the changing landscape of today’s sports agencies.
Levi’s President James “JC” Curleigh talked about the brand revitalization and its naming-rights deal at Levi’s Stadium.
Thurgood Marshall Foundation CEO Johnny Taylor outlined steps companies can take to increase diversity hiring.
LeadDog CEO Dan Mannix and Omnigon CCO Dave Nugent discussed some of the new agency models in sports.
Guests enjoyed outdoor spirits and spirited networking.
America’s Cup Commercial Commissioner Harvey Schiller and Tony Ponturo spoke on a panel on career reinvention.
Dinner took place on the Great Lawn at The Sanctuary.
Former NBA player Charles Smith suggested  increasing opportunities for former athletes post-retirement.
Equinox President Sarah Robb O’Hagan talked about the “health is new wealth” lifestyle and economy.
Big Machine Labels CEO Scott Borchetta talked about the changing music industry and the promise and opportunities of streaming.


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