Schedule
September 8, 2023
9:45 am - 10:00 am:
Opening Remarks
11:15 am - 12:15 pm:
Diversifying the Landscape of Sports and Sports Ownership
This session will discuss the current state of diversity in the sports industry and untapped opportunities for Black professionals, founders, and executives.
3:30 pm - 3:40 pm:
Break
Registration and Networking Breakfast
9:00 am - 9:45 am:
Fireside Chat with Warrick Dunn
Join us for a fireside chat with Warrick Dunn, minority owner of the Atlanta Falcons. Warrick will discuss his transition from NFL player to NFL owner. Warrick will also provide insight into his role as minority owner and some of the biggest challenges and surprises that accompanied ownership.
10:00 am - 11:10 am:
Networking Lunch
12:30 pm - 1:30 pm:
Understanding the Legal Implications of Ownership
This session will provide an overview of the legal implications of team ownership. What are the common types of legal structures used to purchase teams? What are some of the legal hurdles to gaining ownership?
1:30 pm - 2:30 pm:
Fireside Chat with Paxton Baker
An intimate conversation with Paxton Baker whose ownership portfolio includes Washington Nationals, Washington Old Glory and Sports Fishing Championship.
2:30 pm - 3:30 pm
Ownership of International Teams
This session will discuss the inner workings of purchasing professional sports teams abroad. What are some of the opportunities abroad and how do you seek them out? Speakers will share best practices for purchasing teams abroad and common mishaps to avoid.
3:40 pm - 4:30 pm:
Ownership in Start-Up Teams and Leagues
Aside from the NFL, MLB, MLS, and NBA, what other opportunities exist to purchase sports teams? Speakers will discuss team ownership opportunities outside of the major four leagues.
4:30 pm - 5:30 pm: