Minorities in Sports Business Network: WK 8.8

Minorities in Sports Business weekly newsletter - WK: 8.8

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THE NEWSLETTER

The Minorities in Sports Business Network is a digital hub for individuals in the sports industry to connect and collaborate. Every Monday a newsletter will be distributed featuring the latest news from the network, upcoming events, as well as business opportunities. 

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

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Member Cecelia Townes | Writer | Speaker | Entrepreneur

wrote a piece on the issues surrounding the current Olympic games.

I LOVE the Olympics.  I’m really not even exaggerating when I say that.  I haven’t missed the opportunity to watch any of them since the time I had the slightest bit of control over what I watch.  And for an unreasonably long time, I just KNEW I was going to one day compete in them myself; definitely as a gymnast and then for sure as a sprinter.  Even when my hopes of being a world class athlete were replaced with more realistic goals for this 5’4.5″ frame of mine, my love for the games and support of the athletes remained.... READ MORE

Member Kristian Winfield | Knicks Reporter | @Krisplashed

spoke with grammy award winner Wycef Jean on this year's Knicks.

HARLEM, NEW YORK — Add Wyclef Jean to the list of this summer’s optimistic Knicks fans.

Jean, a Grammy Award-winning musician known for his hit song “Killing Me Softly,” had only praise for New York’s level of activity this off-season.

“I like what they did this summer,” Jean told Elite Sports NY before Thursday’s Sprayground Battleground basketball event at New York’s Rucker Park. “But I really love the Knicks so every year I think it’s their year.”...READ MORE

Member Cecelia Townes | Writer | Speaker | Entrepreneur

 interviewed member Nicole Powell | Events Manager | Sports Writer on her career.

Today we have our second addition to our newest feature, GladiatHer Grads, and she’s a dynamic sports writer who’s taken her passion for dance and people to help carve out a growing career in the sports industry that improves on the lives of others. Meet Nicole Powell!...READ MORE

Upcoming Events

(NYC) MiS 6th Month Anniversary BBQ - 8.28.16 

MiS BBQ PART 2

 - Join us for another edition of the Minorities in Sports BBQ. Now that the weather is better, folks are feeling the summer vibe AND we'll be celebrating six months as an official networking group. Let's come together for a day of sunshine, networking, and good food. 

SteveMo | ESPN Talent Producer | NYC-CT

 will be on the grill cheffing it up once again!We will be collecting funds/donations ($20) to offset costs and accommodate the essentials for the bbq to take place. We ask that you all bring your favorite beverages! Please feel free to bring a side dish if you like; coordinate with Trice, Shaina, or Steve if you would like to volunteer your home for a change of venue, prep space, bring a dish or any questions!

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