The Home for Tomorrow’s Sport Industry Leaders

Leaders Club is a fast-growing leadership program for mid-career professionals in the sports industry. It helps turn managers into confident, capable leaders by strengthening their networks, deepening their industry knowledge, and building essential leadership skills that drive business impact.

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Where do you want your career to go?

We Value People Who Are

GROWTH MINDED

Those who have ambition and are looking to progress their career in the sports industry.

PROACTIVE

People excited to join a network of people bound for future leadership roles.

CURIOUS

The more you give, the more you get back – We want people who are eager to discover and are passionate about industry growth. The best conversations & connections come from people curious about one another.

Who We Seek

Work in the Sports Industry

Have 7-15 years of experience and are looking to reach the next level in their career

Have Reached Manager Level or Higher

Step Inside the Leaders Club

Take the first step and start your application today. Or if you’d like to find out more, our team is happy to help.

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Network

A supportive network with a shared goal – growing a career in sports. Exclusive social experiences and curated networking will open the door to new connections and new opportunities.

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Knowledge

Sports Business Journal and Leaders in Sport have access to the industry like no other. Hear from guest executives shaping the future of sports during private events. Join strategic conversations, learn how to make better decisions and show up sharper at your job. 

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Leadership

Whether your goal is to become a c-level executive, community advocate, better colleague or find the next massive deal, Leaders Club will build your confidence and capability as a future leader.

Leaders Club will help you gain core skills through online and in-person learning from professional coaches and trainers. We follow the six modern leadership traits below to help develop your practical skills.

Every Leaders Club Membership Includes

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A global, searchable directory of members – build relationships anywhere in the world from all corners of the sports industry 
Member-Only Events

Leaders Club members gather year-round in settings few others can access -from professional workshops and exclusive sessions with senior executives. To unique curated networking experiences 

Member Matchmaking

Automatically connect with like-minded professionals to exchange ideas, tackle challenges, and grow your network around shared interests across the globe

Ask me Anything

Virtual sessions with senior sports executives – shaped by the questions that you want answered. It is a rare opportunity to not only be part of the conversation, ut guide and gain practical insights from those currently leading the industry

Skills and Coaching Development

Virtual and in-person coaching to grow leadership skills such as leading through change, innovative thinking, and developing a personal brand

Exclusive Member Access

Enjoy surprise benefits, priority access, and exclusive offers throughout the year

The Leaders Club Effect

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Accelerated Results

Get curated introductions with experienced peers who can help drive greater outcomes, whether you’re looking to grow personally or empower your wider team.

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Fueled Revenue Growth

Connect with influential leaders, future business partners and sponsors to gain visibility and unlock new revenue streams.

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Amplified Investment

Enjoy free publicity through social media shares showcasing your commitment to leadership, whether as an individual or as an organization.

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Hosting opportunities

Host Leaders Club events to elevate your brand and create meaningful industry connections.

Step Inside the Leaders Club

Take the first step and start your application today. Or if you’d like to find out more, our team is happy to help.

WALKING INTO A ROOM, OR EVEN ENTERING A ZOOM CALL, KNOWING NO ONE CAN BE A DAUNTING TASK. BUT KNOWING THAT EVERYONE IN THAT ROOM HAS THE SAME VALUES AND ARE THERE TO PROGRESS THEIR OWN PERSONAL DEVELOPMENT HAS HELPED INCREASE MY CONFIDENCE, BOTH PERSONALLY AND PROFESSIONALLY.

MONIQUE ROCASTLE

SENIOR ACCOUNT MANAGER

DELTATRE