Empowering the Present: The Collective Impact Cohort

At this pivotal moment for gender equity and visibility in the sports industry, The Collective®, in partnership with Women Leaders in Sports, is proud to introduce the 2025–2026 Collective Impact Cohort, a powerful evolution of The Collective’s women’s leadership initiative.

This newly reimagined program builds upon the legacy of the Futures Cohort, expanding its reach and ambition to unite 25 of the sports industry’s most accomplished women leaders. The partnership officially kicks off at the 2025 Women Leaders in Sports National Convention in Kansas City and continues throughout the year with shared programming, leadership development, and community engagement designed to advance women at every level of the industry.

Through a competitive nomination process, five new members were selected to join the original 20-woman inaugural class, reflecting the continued momentum of women driving meaningful change across the global sports ecosystem.

As the industry continues to evolve, the need for diverse, representative leadership has never been greater. The Collective Impact Cohort meets this moment by offering participants a transformative blend of professional development, strategic connection, and shared purpose. More than a program, it is a movement — ensuring that women are not only present but leading, shaping, and redefining the future of sports.

The 2025-26 The Collective Impact Cohort

Alex Mallen

Sr. Dir. Corporate Partnerships

Angel City FC

Christa Mann

Founder

CMS PR Consulting

Jen Zudonyi

Go To Market Lead, Prime

Amazon Prime Video

Laura Diaz

Sr. Director, Learning + Inclusion

LPGA

Molly McManimie

Director of Football

Wasserman

Brooke Faw

VP, Client Experience

Bespoke Sports & Entertainment

Christina Turner

Chief Strategy + Operating Officer

Women Leaders In Sports

Kelaine Conochan

VP, Global Sales

Legends

Libby Kruse

VP, Partnership Sales

Minnesota Lynx & Timberwolves

Philicia Douglas

Director, Global Partnership Sales

Madison Square Garden

Carly Townsend

Dir. of Premium & Suite Sales

San Francisco 49ers

Fielding Jamieson

Co-Founder

Tipt Ventures

Keri Lenker

AVP Business Growth

NBA

Maggie Valerio Parker

Sr. Director Partnerships

LA Chargers

Sara Mosiman

Global Sports Events

Partner

Cassidy Lichtman

VP. Volleyball + Athlete Engagement

Athletes Unlimited

Grace Mashore

IMG Academy

Senior Director, Product & Growth

Kristen Condo

SVP, Brand Solutions

Fenway Sports Management

Maria Civitate

Global Dir. SNKRS Platform Marketing

Nike

Veronica Sander

Head of Strategic Partnerships

Play VS

Throughout the year, members of The Collective Impact Cohort will engage in a dynamic series of leadership workshops, roundtable discussions, and curated networking events designed to foster peer-to-peer mentorship, shared learning, and collaboration. Together, they will challenge each other toward greater innovation, creativity, and collective impact across the sports industry.

By the end of the year, participants will have not only expanded their professional networks but also strengthened a community of women who champion and support one another as they continue their leadership journeys.

The newly evolved program, launched in partnership with Women Leaders in Sports, officially kicks off at the 2025 Women Leaders in Sports National Convention in Kansas City. This collaboration will extend beyond the convention through shared programming, continued engagement, and a united mission to elevate women’s leadership, visibility, and voice across all levels of sport.

The Collective Impact Cohort represents a long-term commitment to shaping the future of the sports industry by investing in these women today, The Collective and Women Leaders in Sports are ensuring that the leaders of now have the support, network, and platform to guide the industry through its next, more inclusive chapter.