Meet the New Chicago Members

Lauren Beasley
Director, Strategy & Operations
X Games
X Games

chris milkovich
Senior Director, Global Partnerships
MLB

Lennell Perry
Partnership & Business Development
Gallagher
Gallagher

Paulina Chapa
Director, Corporate Marketing
rEvolution
rEvolution

Joshua Wilson
News Director, Breaking & Trending News Team
Sports Illustrated
Sports Illustrated

Alex Sotiropoulos
Brand Manager, Poptarts
Kellanova
Kellanova

Bethany Boggess
Senior Manager, Brands
Wasserman
Wasserman

Zach Riberdy
Marketing Director
Connor Sports
Connor Sports
The New Cohort in Numbers
See the breakdown of job functions and organisation types of the new Leaders Club members.
Job Function
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Commercial and Partnerships
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Marketing and Creative
%
HR and Operations
%
Strategy
%
Investment and Legal
Organisation Type
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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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Broadcaster
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.

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.
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.
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.