We, The Game Changers

S2E02 | Amy Sprangers

In her 25th season with the Seattle Seahawks, Amy Sprangers serves as Chief Revenue Officer. In her role, Amy leads revenue generation across sponsorship, ticketing, suites, and local media rights. She leads passionate, high performing, revenue-driven teams that cultivate authentic, innovative, impactful partnerships and measurably grow both the Seahawks' business and that of its partners.  A Bainbridge Island product, Amy's entrepreneurial spirit, confidence, and competitive spark manifested early - establishing a landscaping business at age six to fund her trips to the local convenience store for bubblegum. Amy received a Bachelors Degree in Speech Communication and Rhetoric at the University of Washington, and spent much of her summers and spare time exploring internships and job opportunities that helped her identify her true areas of interest. From seaplanes to the SuperSonics, Seafair to the Seahawks, Amy's "happy accident" of working in the sports industry has been "a privilege and a responsibility" - She's never lost sight of the immense platform that is sports. A mother of four, Amy has also kept her eye on balance, being present, and extending grace. Combine that with her data-driven mindset and competitive spark, her team is disrupting the typical sales dynamic and executing big for the organization, partners, and fans. -- A Seattle Sports Commission Production with support from MetaMora Productions, Inc. Filmed at the FOX Den, FOX 13 Seattle Producer: Mara Mote, MetaMora Productions, Inc. Editing: Mara Mote; VIA Creatives Music: Neon Dreams by Kylie Hosted by Beth Knox, president and CEO of the Seattle Sports Commission, We, The Game Changers series amplifies the unique leadership journeys of people disrupting the status quo and offers insights, inspiration, and actionable advice for anyone looking to grow their leadership skills. Whether you're an aspiring leader or a seasoned professional, this series will leave you feeling empowered and ready to make a difference. Learn more ⁠⁠⁠https://www.seattlesports.org⁠⁠⁠ Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices [https://podcastchoices.com/adchoices]

S2E01 | Jamila Conley

We are kicking off Season 2 of our vodcast with tech exec turned "winepreneur", Jamila Conley. After an accomplished career in tech—leading teams across talent acquisition, mergers & acquisitions, business transformation, and IT—Jamila stepped into a new chapter as CEO and Founder of WeRise Wines, a mission-driven business amplifying access and awareness for diverse wineries and winemakers. At WeRise Wines, Jamila leverages her extensive business and technology expertise to create a welcoming, richly informative, and inclusive environment. Her vision for WeRise Wines extends far beyond its initial outpost in Seattle's Belltown neighborhood, aiming to revolutionize the wine industry’s accessibility and appeal to diverse markets. Envisioning WeRise as a catalyst for industry-wide change, she plans for further expansions and programs designed to spotlight emerging winemakers, offering them a platform to build and scale their brand within a more diverse consumer base. Jamila is also a CPA, holds an MBA in Management Information Systems, and is a Certified Information Security Auditor—credentials that speak to her depth and versatility as a leader. But beyond her corporate and entrepreneurial accomplishments, she is a powerful advocate for women and people of color. She founded the first DEI affinity group for the International Women’s Forum Washington chapter, co-authored its Mentoring Playbook, and is a sought-after voice on panels and forums advancing diversity and inclusion. Jamila is a dynamic and passionate leader who has fine-tuned her horizontal thinking and use of storytelling as key tools in her leadership journey. Want to try the wines sipped in this episode? Remy Wines | Super Tuscan EThree Wines | Malbec Frichette | Cabernet Franc VITAL Wines | Red BlendShop and visit WeRise Wines: https://www.werisewines.com/ --A Seattle Sports Commission Production with support from MetaMora Productions, Inc. Filmed at the FOX Den, FOX 13 Seattle Producer: Mara Mote, MetaMora Productions, Inc. Editing: Mara Mote; VIA Creatives Music: Neon Dreams by Kylie Hosted by Beth Knox, president and CEO of the Seattle Sports Commission, We, The Game Changers series amplifies the unique leadership journeys of people disrupting the status quo and offers insights, inspiration, and actionable advice for anyone looking to grow their leadership skills. Whether you're an aspiring leader or a seasoned professional, this series will leave you feeling empowered and ready to make a difference. Learn more ⁠⁠⁠https://www.seattlesports.org⁠⁠⁠ Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices [https://podcastchoices.com/adchoices]

S1E12 | Doug Baldwin Jr. Part Two

This episode is a continuation of our conversation with founder, philanthropist, and Seahawks Legend, Doug Baldwin Jr. From a successful career in the National Football League to the founding of several entrepreneurial endeavors and non-profits, the proud husband and father of young daughters is constantly evolving while being guided by his faith and core tenet of "love." Doug's eight-year career with the Seattle Seahawks included a Super Bowl Championship and multiple Pro Bowl appearances. Playing for two behemoths in football - Jim Harbaugh at Stanford and Pete Carroll at the Seattle Seahawks - Doug solidified his reputation as a dependable receiver and a leader amongst his teammates, and discovered the type of culture he wanted to inspire. An ultra-competitor, his time on the field was not without its challenges. He learned from the mentors and models throughout his life, absorbed tough love and sage advice from his mom, and is turning the chips on his shoulder into wings. Following his retirement from the NFL in 2019, Doug shifted focus to social impact as Chief Executive Officer of Vault89 and Founder of the Family First Community Center. With a passion for creating empathic solutions to complex challenges, Doug is a recipient of the Martin Luther King Jr. Medal of Distinguished Service Award, the youngest ever appointee to the WA State Clemency and Pardons Board, and contributes to sports equity efforts in the Pacific Northwest as co-founder of Champions of Change alongside former teammates Cliff Avril and Michael Bennett. In recognition of his contributions, he received the Paul G. Allen Humanitarian Award at the Seattle Sports Commission's 88th Annual Sports Star of the Year Awards in February 2023. While Doug is the first to say he is still defining his leadership style, his eternal curiosity, humility, empathy, and competitive spirit are bearing fruit in the personal and professional spaces he enters. -- A Seattle Sports Commission Production with support from MetaMora Productions, Inc. Filmed at the FOX Den, FOX 13 Seattle   Producer: Mara Mote, MetaMora Productions, INC.   Editing: Mara Mote; VIA Creatives   Music: Neon Dreams by Kylie   Hosted by Beth Knox, president and CEO of the Seattle Sports Commission, We, The Game Changers series amplifies the unique leadership journeys of people disrupting the status quo and offers insights, inspiration, and actionable advice for anyone looking to grow their leadership skills. Whether you're an aspiring leader or a seasoned professional, this series will leave you feeling empowered and ready to make a difference. Learn more ⁠⁠⁠https://www.seattlesports.org⁠⁠⁠ [https://www.seattlesports.org/]  Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices [https://podcastchoices.com/adchoices]

S1E11 | Doug Baldwin Jr.

This episode features founder, philanthropist, and Seahawks Legend, Doug Baldwin Jr. From a successful career in the National Football League to the founding of several entrepreneurial endeavors and non-profits, the proud husband and father of young daughters is constantly evolving while being guided by his faith and core tenet of "love." Doug's eight-year career with the Seattle Seahawks included a Super Bowl Championship and multiple Pro Bowl appearances. Playing for two behemoths in football - Jim Harbaugh at Stanford and Pete Carroll at the Seattle Seahawks - Doug solidified his reputation as a dependable receiver and a leader amongst his teammates, and discovered the type of culture he wanted to inspire. An ultra-competitor, his time on the field was not without its challenges. He learned from the mentors and models throughout his life, absorbed tough love and sage advice from his mom, and is turning the chips on his shoulder into wings. Following his retirement from the NFL in 2019, Doug shifted focus to social impact as Chief Executive Officer of Vault89 and Founder of the Family First Community Center. With a passion for creating empathic solutions to complex challenges, Doug is a recipient of the Martin Luther King Jr. Medal of Distinguished Service Award, the youngest ever appointee to the WA State Clemency and Pardons Board, and contributes to sports equity efforts in the Pacific Northwest as co-founder of Champions of Change alongside former teammates Cliff Avril and Michael Bennett. In recognition of his contributions, he received the Paul G. Allen Humanitarian Award at the Seattle Sports Commission's 88th Annual Sports Star of the Year Awards in February 2023. While Doug is the first to say he is still defining his leadership style, his eternal curiosity, humility, empathy, and competitive spirit are bearing fruit in the personal and professional spaces he enters. -- A Seattle Sports Commission Production with support from MetaMora Productions, Inc. Filmed at the FOX Den, FOX 13 Seattle   Producer: Mara Mote, MetaMora Productions, INC.   Editing: Mara Mote; VIA Creatives   Music: Neon Dreams by Kylie   Hosted by Beth Knox, president and CEO of the Seattle Sports Commission, We, The Game Changers series amplifies the unique leadership journeys of people disrupting the status quo and offers insights, inspiration, and actionable advice for anyone looking to grow their leadership skills. Whether you're an aspiring leader or a seasoned professional, this series will leave you feeling empowered and ready to make a difference. Learn more ⁠⁠https://www.seattlesports.org⁠⁠ [https://www.seattlesports.org/]  Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices [https://podcastchoices.com/adchoices]

S1E10 | Mary Kipp

This episode features Puget Sound Energy CEO, Mary Kipp. From her off-grid childhood to a career dedicated to overhauling energy systems, Mary has learned the values of curiosity, humility, and how she fills leadership gaps. Mary Kipp has extensive executive and leadership experience with public companies in the energy services industry, with particular emphasis on energy efficiency and being at the forefront of climate conscious innovation. The CEO of Puget Sound Energy since January of 2020, Mary is a collaborator who motivates her team to show up as their whole selves with a shared vision of providing quality service to the region in the continuous pursuit of transitioning that service to 100% clean energy... implementing some of the most ambitious climate policies in the nation. Mary joined PSE from El Paso Electric (EPE), serving in various leadership roles from her start in 2007 to the role of CEO since 2015. She gained extensive knowledge during her tenure by taking on roles throughout the company, including General Counsel, regulatory and rates, risk management, human resources, external affairs, customer care, environmental, and safety. She was the youngest-ever president and became the company's first woman CEO in EPE's 120-year history. Prior to EPE, Mary was a prosecuting attorney for the Federal Energy Regulatory Commission (FERC) for four years, investigating and prosecuting violations of federal energy laws. Mary also worked as a lawyer at El Paso Natural Gas Company and at Greenberg Traurig, LLP.  Mary's leadership style is one of collaboration and humility, with an emphasis on encouraging her team to be good listeners, decision makers, and critical thinkers. She works to foster a culture of hope, and does so while navigating real-world emergencies like wildfires and bomb cyclones. -- A Seattle Sports Commission Production with support from MetaMora Productions, Inc. Filmed at the FOX Den, FOX 13 Seattle   Producer: Mara Mote, MetaMora Productions, INC.   Editing: Mara Mote; VIA Creatives   Music: Neon Dreams by Kylie   Hosted by Beth Knox, president and CEO of the Seattle Sports Commission, We, The Game Changers series amplifies the unique leadership journeys of people disrupting the status quo and offers insights, inspiration, and actionable advice for anyone looking to grow their leadership skills. Whether you're an aspiring leader or a seasoned professional, this series will leave you feeling empowered and ready to make a difference. Learn more ⁠https://www.seattlesports.org⁠ [https://www.seattlesports.org/]  Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices [https://podcastchoices.com/adchoices]