Welcome to the Women Leaders Podcast! I'm your host, Patti Phillips, CEO of Women Leaders in Sports.

Have we got a special treat for you! This episode takes us back to our 2025 National Convention - which is the ULTIMATE convening of people working and leading in sports.

If you couldn't join us in person or want to relive the inspiration, all convention session recordings are now available inside the Leadership Hub on our members-only virtual platform – ENGAGE.

Before we dive in, make sure to subscribe and review the Women Leaders Podcast wherever you listen. Your support helps us share more stories of women leaders making an impact on the sports industry!

Keep listening for more insights - and remember, We Are Women Leaders!

Welcome to the Women Leaders Podcast! I'm your host, Patti Phillips, CEO of Women Leaders in Sports.

Have we got a special treat for you! This episode takes us back to our 2025 National Convention - which is the ULTIMATE convening of people working and leading in sports.

If you couldn't join us in person or want to relive the inspiration, all convention session recordings are now available inside the Leadership Hub on our members-only virtual platform – ENGAGE.

Before we dive in, make sure to subscribe and review the Women Leaders Podcast wherever you listen. Your support helps us share more stories of women leaders making an impact on the sports industry!

Keep listening for more insights - and remember, We Are Women Leaders!

Hello and welcome to the Women Leaders in Sports Podcast! I'm your host, Patti Phillips, CEO of Women Leaders.

Today, I'm joined by Allison Howard, the Executive Vice President and Chief Commercial Officer for Rock Entertainment Group and the Cleveland Cavaliers and the recently named President of Business Operations for the new Cleveland WNBA team.

Allison's career journey...from the Lakers to the KC Current to Cleveland...has been marked by persistence, confidence, and a willingness to pause and self-check when life demands it. She opens up about those moments of personal honesty that have guided her growth.

From learning to listen as a leader to championing new opportunities for women, Allison shares the wisdom and resilience that continue to guide her career.

Keep listening for more insights from Allison - and remember, We Are Women Leaders!

Hello and welcome to the Women Leaders in Sports Podcast! I'm your host, Patti Phillips, CEO of Women Leaders.

Today, I'm joined by Erika Wallace, Director of Athletics at Wayne State University. In just three years, Erika has grown from an interim role to leading her department with impact across athletics, academics, and the community.

Her success stems from showing up with intention and seizing opportunities without waiting for perfect conditions.

In this episode, Erika shares how she's owned her role, made bold decisions, and built confidence as a leader, which she says, was shaped by her experience as a student-athlete and involvement with Women Leaders.

Keep listening for more takeaways from Erika and remember, We Are Women Leaders!

Hello and welcome to the Women Leaders in Sports Podcast! I'm your host, Patti Phillips, CEO of Women Leaders.

As we gear up for the 2025 US Open this month, we're celebrating a historic moment - it will be the final tournament under the leadership of today's guest, Stacey Allaster.

Stacey, Chief Executive of Professional Tennis at the USTA, made history in 2020 as the first woman to serve as U.S. Open Tournament Director in its 140-year history. Her legacy of leadership, innovation, and excellence will carry on through the exceptional team she's built.

Since joining the USTA in 2016, and as former WTA Chairman and CEO, Stacey has championed equal pay, fan engagement, and the global growth of women's tennis, working alongside legends like Billie Jean King.

As Stacey's career evolves with new priorities and horizons, she stays grounded in her vision statement: a life of fun, freedom, and impact.

Keep listening for more takeaways from Stacey - and remember, We Are Women Leaders!

Hello and welcome to the Women Leaders in Sports Podcast! I'm your host, Patti Phillips, CEO of Women Leaders in Sports.

Today I'm joined by Keia Cole, Chief Digital Officer at BSE Global — the force behind the Barclays Center, the New York Liberty, the Brooklyn Nets, and the Long Island Nets.

From launching groundbreaking fan loyalty programs to reimagining the role of a mascot as a cultural influencer, Keia is transforming how fans connect with iconic brands through data, technology, and a culture of innovation.

Keia's path is far from traditional — spanning finance, law, the Obama administration, and leading digital transformation in insurance before stepping into sports. At every stage, she's expanded her skills, strengthened her network, and opened new doors.

Keep listening for more takeaways from Keia —and remember, We Are Women Leaders

Hello and welcome to the Women Leaders in Sports Podcast! I'm your host, Patti Phillips, CEO of Women Leaders in Sports.

Today, I'm thrilled to be joined by a true trailblazer—Jill Ellis. Jill is the former President of the San Diego Wave and the legendary coach who led the U.S. Women's National Team to back-to-back FIFA World Cup titles. And now, she's breaking even more ground as FIFA's first-ever Chief Football Officer!

Jill's leadership spans from guiding championship teams on the field to shaping global strategy at the highest levels in Zurich—bringing a strong blend of vision, grit, and impact on the world stage.

What sets her apart? Her fearless curiosity and willingness to take bold risks! Keep listening for powerful insights from Jill —and remember, We Are Women Leaders!

Hello and welcome to the Women Leaders in Sports Podcast! I'm your host, Patti Phillips, CEO of Women Leaders in Sports. Today, I'm excited to be joined by Kim Davis, Senior Executive Vice President at the NHL.

Throughout her journey across industries, Kim has brought with her a powerful toolkit of transferable leadership skills and a strategic mindset.

In addition, she has developed a framework—what she calls the 7 Dimensions of Excellence and Growth that help drive real, measurable impact everywhere she's been. Be sure to listen to hear what those are!

We also unpack how to build professional intimacy, how to harness data to drive change, and how reach and reputation create relevance—and ultimately—results.