Power Players: General Counsels Shaping the DMV’s Sports Landscape March 4, 2025 | Paul Hastings LLP 2050 M St NW Washington, D.C.

Power Players: General Counsels Shaping the DMV’s Sports Landscape

March 4, 2025 |Paul Hastings LLP 2050 M St NW Washington, D.C.
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Join us on March 4, 2025, for an engaging panel discussion spotlighting women at the forefront of legal leadership in the DMV’s dynamic sports industry. Hosted by Women Business Collaborative (WBC) and Paul Hastings LLP in Washington, D.C., this event celebrates International Women’s Day 2025 and the impactful contributions of leaders shaping the region’s sports landscape.

Featuring insights from top legal executives representing the Washington Capitals, Wizards, Mystics and Spirit, the UFL DC Defenders, and D.C. United, the event will explore pivotal legal trends, career journeys, and the ongoing rise of women’s business leadership in sports.

Enjoy networking opportunities, thought-provoking discussion, and a chance to connect with trailblazing leaders in sports law. Registration is open to WBC members and the public—space is limited.

The Agenda

All times are listed in Eastern Time (ET) Additional details will be provided as they become available.

12:45 pm: Arrival and Registration

1:00 pm: Welcome & Introduction

  • Gwen K. Young, CEO, Women Business Collaborative

1:10 pm: Panel Discussion

  • Tara Giunta, WBC Board Advisor (Moderator)
  • Abby Blomstrom, Executive Vice President & General Counsel, Monumental Sports & Entertainment
  • Allison Gordon, Executive Vice President, General Counsel and Head of People Operations, United Football League
  • Shameeka Quallo, Chief Legal Officer, Washington Spirit
  • Jessica Wright, General Counsel, D.C. United and DC Power FC

1:45 pm: Audience Q&A

2:00 pm: Closing Remarks

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In the Arena - Women's leadership in the sports industry - A Women Business Collaborative Initiative

About WBC’s In the Arena Initiative

Women Business Collaborative (WBC) is an unprecedented alliance of 85+ partner organizations, 65+ corporate sponsors and hundreds of business leaders building a movement to achieve equal position, pay, and power for all women in business.

In the Arena builds a bridge between sports industries and the wider corporate arena, empowers more women to step into leadership positions and creates a stronger, more diverse workforce.

By being part of WBC’s Women’s Leadership in the Sports Industry Initiative, your company will be making a strategic investment in the future of business and sports, building an ecosystem for women to advance into leadership positions in not only the sports industry, but in all business.

Through partnering with WBC, your organization will be positioned to:

  • Enhance brand reputation & corporate responsibility
  • Strengthen your brand’s association with diversity and athletic excellence
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  • Network with key stakeholders and influence policy & industry change
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  • Be part of the movement shaping the future of sports & business