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The espnW: Women + Sports Summit took place October 14th -16th at the Ojai Valley Inn. The 17th annual Summit gathered together a world-class group of leaders across sports, business, and entertainment for an inspiring and action-packed two days in a breathtaking setting.
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“Bringing women and allies together to further change.”
“Well-produced experience bringing together voices from across the women’s sport landscape.”
“The opportunity to engage with other women outside of my field was truly amazing.”
“High quality speakers, conversations and energy!”
"Transformative!
Will make you run through a wall for women and advancing the women’s sports movement.”
“Phenomenal”
“An incredible gathering of like minded people rooted at the common goal to create sustainable growth in women’s sport, unapologetically, professionally, and truthfully.”
“Must-see event”
“A wonderful opportunity to network, listen to and engage with some of the brightest individuals in the business.”
with Sage Steele, Sarah Spain, and Laura Gentile. Athletes Unlimited Exclusive League Announcement
Kate Johnson / Head of Global Sports & Entertainment Marketing, Google, Monica Rustgi-Mody / Vice President, Marketing, Budweiser and Shiz Suzuki / Assistant Vice President, Sponsorships and Experiential Marketing, AT&T with Sage Steele
Kate Johnson / Head of Global Sports & Entertainment Marketing, Google, Monica Rustgi-Mody / Vice President, Marketing, Budweiser and Shiz Suzuki / Assistant Vice President, Sponsorships and Experiential Marketing, AT&T with Sage Steele
Introduction with Alison Overholt / Senior Vice President, Multiplatform Storytelling & Journalism, ESPN DeMar DeRozan / NBA All-Star & Olympic gold medalist, Gracie Gold / Professional figure skater & Olympic medalist, and Molly Seidel / Professional distance runner & NCAA Champion with Sarah Spain
Introduction with Carol Stiff / Vice President, Women's Sports Programming, ESPN Cathy Engelbert / WNBA Commissioner with LaChina Robinson
Featuring Chelsea Clinton / Author, "She Persisted in Sports" with Julie Foudy
Key take-aways from Day 1, with Sage Steele and Sarah Spain
with Gunnar Peterson / Professional Trainer and Director of Strength and Endurance, LA Lakers
This is an exclusive, invitation-only event. In the event that you can no longer attend, we will issue you a full refund up to 4 weeks prior to the start of the event (on or before September 28). If you cancel your registration after September 28 we are unable to refund your registration fee, but you may either transfer your registration to a colleague or defer your registration to next year’s event.
The total registration fee is $3,500. This includes resort lodging for three days/two nights, Summit-sponsored events and activities, all meals and all receptions throughout the Summit.
The Registration Fee for the Summit covers your resort lodging for three days/two nights, Summit-sponsored events and activities, all meals and all receptions throughout the Summit.
All payments are processed and charged when your credit card information is submitted. You will receive an order confirmation in your email. If you have any questions about the Summit, please contact [email protected].
The average daytime high in the Ojai area in October is 70 degrees. The overnight low averages 42 degrees. In short, bring a sweater / jacket - it can be a little chilly.
The Summit is a casual, athletic environment. We encourage you to dress comfortably. Feel free to bring a dressy-casual outfit for dinner and cocktails, but don't forget your athletic gear for sports activities!
LAX and Santa Barbara Airport are the two recommended arrival airports. LAX is approximately 2 hours from the resort and SBA is approximately 1 hour from the resort. Once you’ve arrived there are several ground transfer options.
Ground transfers between LAX and Ojai Valley Inn:
We will be providing limited shuttle service between LAX and Ojai Valley Inn, and SBA and Ojai Valley Inn, departing at pre-specified times on October 28th and 30th. You will be able to select your desired shuttle and input your flight details at checkout.
If you are not taking the provided shuttle service, please plan to arrive between 12pm and 4pm Tuesday, October 28. The Summit will begin at 5:30pm. Please note that check-in time at the Ojai Valley Inn is not until 4pm so your bags will need to be stored by the hotel if your room is not yet available when you arrive.
The in-person Summit is by invitation only. If you have questions please contact us at [email protected].
Influencers like you. Business, brand and agency executives, professional athletes, experts, and leaders in the educational and non-profit sectors.
Prior to The Summit, you will receive a questionnaire that asks for additional information and allows you to choose your preferred sessions and activities.
The schedule will include keynote speakers and presentations, work sessions and interactive panel discussions, as well as sports activities and evening receptions. Please refer to the agenda section of the site for details. Click here
Registration is free! Register today and the link to view live will be sent via email on October 28th. Once it is sent, click the link to join, watch and enjoy!
Please email [email protected] (or use the link at the bottom of every page) and we'll get right back to you.
