Main Stage Panel #1--10:00 am Central Time (Chicago)
LIVING YOUR DEI VALUES
Many organizations are talking about DEI and it has become a buzz word for change. However, looking behind the scenes and examining the leadership and board of directors, many organizations are lacking the concerted action to lead by example. How can organizations mobilize their stakeholders to implement meaningful change?
Breakout Session #1--11:00 am Central Time (Chicago)
Breakout Session #2--12:00 pm Central Time (Chicago)
Midday Keynote--1:00 pm Central Time (Chicago)
RICHARD LAPCHICK-The Institute for Diversity and Ethics in Sports, Central Florida University
Lapchick draws on his extensive background as an activist and academic to discuss how we can sustain the anti-racist efforts that have grown so much since the murder of George Floyd. He will focus on athlete activism and the role sport is playing in the fight for social justice.
Main Stage Panel #2--2:00 pm Central Time (Chicago)
SOCIAL JUSTICE AND SOCIAL CHANGE
Join elite leaders as they examine what it means to make meaningful change and how they are leading their organizations to make the changes that set the standard!
Main Stage Panel #3--3:00 pm Central Time (Chicago)
WOMEN LEADING THE CHARGE
Learn from women who have raised the bar and continue to set the standard and provide leadership to young girls and women at all stages of their careers.
Breakout Session #3--4:00 pm Central Time (Chicago
Breakout Session #4--5:00 pm Central Time (Chicago
Closing Monday Keynote--6:00 pm Central Time (Chicago)
SOCIAL ENTREPRENEURS LEADING THE WAY
Learn from successful social entrepreneur Dan Hughes as he sits down with former NBA Star Devean George to examine how he is leveraging his on court success to create social enterprises that transform communities.
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TUESDAY, JUNE 29, 2021
Opening Tuesday Keynote--9:00 am Central Time (Chicago)
Sponsored by the Giving Back Fund
Jusuf Nurkic, Portland Trail Blazers with Marc Pollick, The Giving Back Fund
NBA star Jusuf Nukrić grew up during the Bosnian War. This experience inspired in him a sense of duty to his home country of Bosnia and the Bosnian international community. Affectionately known as the Bosnia Beast, Jusuf is dedicated to responding to the needs of his home country and doing his part to create a brighter future for the people of Bosnia.
In the last year, the Foundation has sent life-saving PPE kits to hospitals struggling with COVID-19, donated $40,000 to the largest hospital near Jusuf’s hometown to rebuild the roof, built homes for three single mothers and families, sent 5,000 food packages benefitting 12,000 people, and purchased a mammogram machine for a hospital in Bosnia. The foundation is also building a community basketball court in Portland.
Main Stage Panel #4--10:00 am Central Time (Chicago)
MAJOR SPORTING EVENTS
Major sporting events draw large crowds, enormous TV audiences and many sponsors. These elements combine to provide a perfect formula for making a strong local impact and leaving a long-lasting legacy in the community. Learn from the work of some of the best organizations and how they are maximizing their impact.
Breakout Session #5--11:00 am Central Time (Chicago)
Breakout Session #6--12:00 pm Central Time (Chicago)
Midday Fireside Chat--1:00 pm Central Time (Chicago)
Sponsored by the Giving Back Fund
KOJO ANNAN, Made in Africa/Africa 10, with Marc Pollick, The Giving Back Fund
Afr10a is poised to revolutionize the sports world by harnessing the immense potential of African athletes and
bringing their talents to the global arena. These athletes represent amazing promise, but the African continent currently lacks the infrastructure or pipeline to launch them into sports superstardom. Afr10a is here to address this gap by not only propping up and empowering Africa’s most exciting young athletes, but also making long term investments in developing top-notch local training facilities and stellar coaching staff.
Main Stage Panel #5--2:00 pm Central Time (Chicago)
EUROPEAN FOOTBALL CLUBS (NEW TIME due to England-Germany Euro Matchup!)
The English Premier League is one of the best football leagues in the world. Take a look at how these clubs are utilizing their brands and resources to transform their communities.
Main Stage Panel #6--3:00 pm Central Time (Chicago)
PROFESSIONAL SPORTS TEAMS
Professional sports franchises have enormous resources and financial, celebrity, media and marketing clout. Take a look at how some of the best have utilized that strength to improve their communities.
Breakout Session #7--4:00 pm Central Time (Chicago)
Breakout Session #8--5:00 pm Central Time (Chicago)
Main Stage Panel #7--6:00 pm Central Time (Chicago)
ATHLETE IMPACT THROUGH PHILANTHROPY
Athletes have the platform, connections and financial resources to make enormous impacts on their communities. Take a look at how these leaders have leveraged their on-field success to make meaningful changes.
Closing Fireside Chat--7:00 pm Central Time (Chicago)
RICHARD JAFFE, Owner, Phoenix Suns with DAVID MELTZER, CEO, Sports1 Marketing
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