Minorities in Sports Business Network: WK 1.2

Minorities in Sports Business weekly newsletter - WK: 1.2

Founder's Note: Happy New Year from MiS! I want to thank all of your for being an integral part to making this group a success. Can't wait to build with you all in 2017!

THE NEWSLETTER

"The

diverse

minds behind your favorite sports teams, brands, athletes, charities, and content."

CONGRATS to our members!

CONGRATS to members Tiffany Reaves | Community Relations | MSG Sports and Chris Jean | Fan Dev & CR | NY Knicks for being part of the team that executed Carmelo Anthony's Christmas Surprise. Carmelo surprised a fan with tickets to a game and a brand new car for Christmas. Kudos to Tiffany and Chris, especially Tiffany who was one of the main drivers behind this project! Watch the exchange above! 

CONGRATS

to member

Taunita Stephenson | Marketing, Branding & Events

on being named a recipient of the 

The Minority Opportunities Athletic Association (MOAA) Grant

!

Support our members!

Harrison Barnes Talks to BSO About New Role With Mavericks by 

Erika Fernandez | Sports Reporter @ BSO & Fox 1340AM

Harrison Barnes is a household name but now, he has to make sure that the household continues to remember his name. Barnes spoke to BSO about... READ MORE

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"Mastering Your Mind Muscle"

 Pasha Cook | Author | Speaker | Coach | CHAMPS U

How true is that? The same wind blows on us all, but it’s not the wind that matters the most it’s the set of our sail. It’s our mindset and how we handle things in life (good or bad). If you have an untrained mind you will have... READ MORE

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"Harmless hijabs -- Boxer Amaiya Zafar fights for her right to outwardly express her religion"

 Cecelia Townes | Beyond the Game LLC | GladiatHers for ESPNW

Imagine it: You've fought long and hard to step into the ring. You've trained and mentally mapped your path to triumph. But, you forgot one thing -- your beliefs, your attire, and your religion are seen as a... READ MORE

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"The Ladies of N The Zone Vol. 2 Part 1" by 

Arlington Lane | EP-N The Zone USA

& 

Palmer Alexander III | EP-N The Zone USA

We start the year of 2017 with The Ladies of N The Zone! This time with Volume 2. We dedicate this to some of the ladies from "Minorities In Sports." So many interviews that we had... READ MORE

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#WeKneelWithKaep

50% of all revenue from these t-shirts will be donated to an organization that is dedicated to uplifting communities of color.

Upcoming Events

(Washington DC) The Office Party 1.8 

The "Office Party" is an event created specifically with the millennial entrepreneur in mind.  Socially savvy DMV entrepreneurs, Ashlee Laughlin & Tearra High of Studio II came up with an event concept to bring the holiday, "Office Party" experience to entrepreneurs and freelancers in the DMV.Purchase tickets HERE: https://theofficepartydc.splashthat.com/

(New York, NY) Sports and Fashion Mixer 2.8 

Kick off fashion week on Wed Feb 8th. Connect with top designers, stylists, bloggers and make-up artists. Includes complimentary food/drink with reserved seating to Nets vs Wizards game.Purchase tickets HERE:

bkelitenyfw.eventbrite.com

(Brooklyn, NY) HBCU Night 2.10 

MiS is personally invited to The Brooklyn Net's 2nd annual HBCU Night this season on Friday, February 10th prior to the Nets vs. Heat game.  The night will include:

- An exclusive networking event for HBCU Alumni and Black Professionals in our Billboard Lounge from 6PM-8PM 

- Complimentary beer, and wine during the networking event

- Ticket to the game

For More info contact Andres Martin | Brooklyn Nets in the in "

The Opportunity

" chat. Purchase Tickets

 HERE

(Atlanta, GA) 4th Annual Sports Fan Engagement Conference 2.27 - 2.28 

Throughout the sports industry, front-office digital, marketing and communications teams are facing a wide variety of challenges and are looking for channels to implement unique and customized fan engagement strategies. With sessions developed specifically to address the most pressing issues and opportunities available, professional sports teams, college athletics and many more organizations will find this event of great value. Job titles of attending participants will include Senior Vice Presidents, Vice Presidents, Directors and Managers 

For More info click HERE

If you are interested in becoming a part of this dynamic group, please fill out the below form: