Introducing Leaders Club’s

Chicago June Cohort

Leaders and Sports Business Journal are thrilled to welcome over 100 new members into the Leaders Club across London, Manchester, New York and Chicago chapters.

These ambitious Managers, Directors and Department Heads join a growing community of more than 650 members. Learn more and understand how you can apply to join Leaders Club below.

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Meet the New Chicago Members

Lauren Beasley X Games Director, Strategy & Operations

Lauren Beasley

Director, Strategy & Operations
X Games
Chris Milkovich MLB Vice President, Global Media Sales

chris milkovich

Senior Director, Global Partnerships
MLB

Lennell Perry Gallagher Partnership & Business Development

Lennell Perry

Partnership & Business Development
Gallagher
Paulina Chapa rEvolution Director, Corporate Marketing

Paulina Chapa

Director, Corporate Marketing
rEvolution
Joshua Wilson Sports Illustrated News Director, Breaking & Trending News Team

Joshua Wilson

News Director, Breaking & Trending News Team
Sports Illustrated
Alex Sotiropoulos Kellanova Brand Manager, Poptarts

Alex Sotiropoulos

Brand Manager, Poptarts
Kellanova
Bethany Boggess Senior Manager, Brands Wasserman

Bethany Boggess

Senior Manager, Brands
Wasserman
Zach Riberdy Connor Sports Marketing Director

Zach Riberdy

Marketing Director
Connor Sports

The New Cohort in Numbers

See the breakdown of job functions and organisation types of the new Leaders Club members.

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Commercial and Partnerships

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Marketing and Creative

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HR and Operations

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Strategy

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Investment and Legal

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Rightsholder

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Service Provider

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Agency

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Brand

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Chicago Events

Whether it’s joining fellow Chicago members in-person at venues across the City, or joining those from London, Manchester and New York for virtual sessions, take a look at the 2025 calendar. 

There’s events, workshops and socials, all designed to expand your career-critical relationships, knowledge and core skills.

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Member Memos

Why should you join Leaders Club? We asked members what attracted them to The Club, and why they wanted to join.
What makes the Leaders Club particularly compelling is its global reach and diverse community, with a strong presence across both Europe and North America. This international scope offers a unique opportunity to connect with professionals from across the sports ecosystem who are tackling challenges and driving innovation in different markets.
Adel Ratansi

Manager, Commercial Strategy & Operations, LIV Golf

I recently had the opportunity to attend the latest session in London and left feeling genuinely inspired—the variety of panel speakers and topics provided an insightful afternoon.

Being in a room full of people who are aligned on the power of sport is one of the core reasons I want to join Leaders Club.

Lauren Kay

Senior Account Manager, The Sporting News

I am eager to join the Leaders Club to engage with like-minded professionals who share a commitment to innovation and excellence in the sports industry. Networking with and learning from fellow leaders across diverse disciplines will enrich my perspective, both personally and professionally. I view this as an unparalleled opportunity to exchange ideas, foster collaborations, and extend my sphere of influence within the global sports ecosystem.
James Woollard

Director of Market Development, BLAST Esports