Women Blazers

In this special episode, we welcome back Lisa Feigenbaum, Revenue & Strategy Sports Executive and Michelle Kajiwara, Sr. Vice President of Premium Business & Events for Crypto.com Arena for an engaging and reflective conversation.  What started as a passion project became an impact platform over the course of 5 seasons and 100 conversations with women in the sports industry who are either breaking barriers or on a journey to blaze trails. I believed that insights could be gained, new opportunities could be created, and many could be inspired through the amplification and representation of diverse voices, and thanks to this podcast my belief has be strengthened and I hope yours has too. I want to thank the 99 incredible women leaders who joined me for an episode and for sharing their personal journeys, experiences, and insights.  You created a light that others could follow and are an inspiration to many.  I also want to thank the many listeners, supporters, and our friends at the Pro Sports Assembly for supporting Women Blazers from the beginning.  This podcast was for you, and I am grateful for the motivation you provided to accomplish this milestone.

In this special 99th episode, we welcome Haley Carter, Vice President of Soccer Operations and Sporting Director for the 2024 NWSL Champion, Orlando Pride. Haley is a former professional soccer player, business executive, coach, licensed attorney, and veteran of the U.S. Marine Corps.  Rooted by her core values of service and reliability, Haley is truly a force to be reckoned with.  By staying true to herself and what she believes in combined with her education, and experiences, Haley has become not just a leader but a role model for others looking to make a difference.  Her authenticity and perseverance will empower you to pursue your true calling, as she shares her incredible journey and unwavering commitment to living out her purpose

In this episode, we welcome Jennifer Young, Vice President of Revenue Strategy for the Atlanta Hawks. From Chef to Radio Sales to Sports Revenue Leader, Jennifer has truly had an impressive and diverse career journey. Starting in the culinary world, she honed her skills with the original goal of becoming a chef before transitioning into Media Sales where she demonstrated her knack for building partnerships and driving revenue. But it was her move into the sports industry that has truly showcased her talent and determination. Jennifer’s career trajectory is nothing short of inspiring and serves as a reminder that with dedication and drive, you can lead your journey to where you are meant to be.

In this episode, we welcome Michelle Marshall, Head of Diversity, Equity, & Inclusion for PUMA. Ever since she was young, Michelle felt a calling to be a leader of impact and ensure that everyone has an equal opportunity to have a seat at the table.  Her commitment to focus on the human side of the business and creating inclusive environments, where everyone feels valued and respected, shines through in her dedication to being a champion of diversity throughout her career journey and life.

In this episode, we welcome Brittanie Boyd, Sr. Vice President of Corporate Partnerships for the Dallas Mavericks. Brittanie shares her remarkable career journey built on intention and taking initiative. She launched her career with the Dallas Cowboys while obtaining her MBA and pursued opportunities from there that aligned with her defined goals.  Her career moves put her in the position to learn from some of the industry’s best at Harris Blitzer Sports & Entertainment and now the Dallas Mavericks. Her trajectory uniquely created experiences to lead across many verticals, where she gained a remarkable lens and developed her to be a strong and impactful leader.