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Nicole Kankam — United States Tennis Association

Journal - 09/25/2023
The USTA has carved out a clear position in its marketing and storytelling during the past decade, and Nicole Kankam has played a central role. That includes the U.S. Open’s Be Open campaign that launched in 2020 following a summer of intense social justice protests across...

Julie Simmons — Paragon Marketing Group

Journal - 09/25/2023
Julie Simmons’ love for sports began with basketball as a young girl from Kentucky, and later fueled her aspirations to pursue a career in the sports industry. After graduating from the University of Kentucky, Simmons interned at Creative Alliance, discovering a passion for...

Christina Francis — Magic Johnson Enterprises

Journal - 09/25/2023
Christina Francis still remembers Magic Johnson towering over her as she welcomed him to Lincoln Mercury’s Orange County headquarters some 20 years ago. She was then an account director for UniWorld Group and was managing the auto manufacturer’s endorsement deal with the Los Angeles Lakers legend....

Caroline O’Connor — Miami Marlins

Journal - 09/25/2023
On paper, Caroline O’Connor’s list of responsibilities has remained similar. As Marlins president of business operations, she oversees all of the club’s business departments, just as she did before she was promoted from COO in November. She’s tasked with raising the profile of...

Caroline Perry — San Diego Padres

Journal - 09/25/2023
When Caroline Perry was elevated to chief operating officer for the San Diego Padres in December, she became the highest-ranking woman in franchise history. Only former owner Joan Kroc ever held a higher post within the organization. The significance manifested itself, among many other ways, in...

Game Changers: Influence

Journal - 09/25/2023
Game Changers 2023: What person has had the biggest impact/influence on your career in sports? Deana Barnes Kim Damron. As a formidable woman leader in this industry, she has inspired and coached me on many valuable lessons...

Donna Daniels — Golden State Warriors

Journal - 09/25/2023
After Donna Daniels’ transient childhood following her father’s football coaching career — she moved 13 times before the end of high school — she settled in the New York area for nearly 30 years, 25 of which were spent at the NBA league office. She touched...
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