Sportico‘s Invest West conference is less than a week away and heating up fast, so join us on Thursday, May 8 at the Intuit Dome in Los Angeles. This one-day showcase will bring together visionaries and key decision-makers from the worlds of sports, entertainment and finance to explore the latest trends shaping California’s vibrant sports business ecosystem. From exclusive conversations with industry titans to deep dives on leadership, innovation and investment strategy, Invest West promises a dynamic day of insights and networking with some of the most influential figures in the sports business. Register here today!
Highlights from the event’s programming include:
● Los Angeles Rams Head Coach Sean McVay and Chief Marketing Officer Kathryn Kai-ling Frederick will lead a discussion on running a modern NFL franchise. From culture and leadership to fan connection and brand evolution, this conversation explores how the Rams are navigating the intersection of performance, entertainment, and innovation in the most competitive sports market in the world.
● Keynote Conversation with Michael D. Eisner: Michael D. Eisner, founder of The Tornante Company and former CEO of The Walt Disney Company, will hold a keynote conversation that spans leadership, investment strategy and the long-term business of sports. Drawing on his experience steering one of the world’s most iconic media companies and leading the evolution of Portsmouth Football Club, Eisner will provide invaluable insights into building high-performing organizations, approaching change strategically and creating lasting value in the global sports economy.
● President’s Playbook Panel: An exclusive panel featuring leaders from some of the most successful sports organizations in the world. Presidents from the Los Angeles Dodgers, Los Angeles Clippers and San Francisco 49ers will take the stage to reveal the strategies behind their teams’ community impact, organizational success and innovation in a competitive industry. Panelists include Stan Kasten, CEO, Los Angeles Dodgers; Al Guido, president, San Francisco 49ers; and Gillian Zucker, president of business pperations, Los Angeles Clippers. Moderated by Daniel Zweben, managing director at Moelis & Company.
● The Business of LA Sports Panel: In this panel, leaders of some of LA’s biggest franchises will discuss what it takes to thrive in one of the world’s most competitive sports markets. Topics include fan engagement, venue innovation, media partnerships and community leadership. Gain unique insights into branding and managing cultural transformation in the city of stars. Panelists include Larry Berg, co-managing owner, LAFC; Christine Monjer, president, Los Angeles Sparks, and Luc Robitaille, president, Los Angeles Kings.
● SHO-Time with Nez Balelo: Veteran sports agent Balelo will share behind-the-scenes stories of negotiating and managing long-term strategies for superstar Shohei Ohtani in an agent-athlete partnership that’s redefined expectations in modern sports. Moderated by Ben Verlander, Major League Baseball analyst and host of the Flippin’ Bats podcast.
● The Women’s Sports Investment Era: Growth in women’s sports isn’t just a movement—it’s a market opportunity. From media rights and franchise valuations to fan engagement and brand partnerships, this panel brings together voices from across the ecosystem—team, league, athlete, investor, and strategist—to unpack what’s driving momentum, where the money’s going and how much upside remains. Panelists include Frank Arthofer, president, OneTeam Partners, Carmen Bona, president, business operations, Angel City FC and Kara Nortman, founder of Angel City and Monarch Collective. The panel will be moderated by Haley Rosen, founder & CEO, Just Women’s Sports.
Presented in partnership with industry leaders Moelis, ScorePlay, GalwayPlus, Accelerate Sports Inc. and Fox Sports, Invest West will also feature networking opportunities and exclusive insights into the tools and platforms transforming the sports industry.
