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  • General Partner, Edgewood Ventures + Redwood Collective

    Vishal Verma is a General Partner at Edgewood Ventures, LLC, and Redwood Collective, LLC, overseeing venture capital investments and fund of funds initiatives. He serves on the Boards of Darwin Ventures, Fortinet, Opthealth, and Witt Security and is a Senior Advisor to Hon. Dick Gephardt and Hon. Secretary Michael Chertoff on international strategy.

    Vishal is the founder of Sidebar Summit, a leading Silicon Valley networking platform, and is actively involved in the US-India Cybersecurity Track 1.5 Dialogue hosted by CFR and ORF. He is also a Trustee of the University of California, Merced, a member of the Leadership Council at the RFK Foundation, and a supporter of Best Buddies.

    Passionate about fostering entrepreneurship and education, Vishal founded the Hyde Park Angels during his MBA at the University of Chicago Booth School of Business. He also holds a B.S. in Marketing from Santa Clara University.

  • President and CEO, Bay Area Host Committee

    Zaileen “Z” Janmohamed is the president and CEO of the Bay Area Host Committee (BAHC), a nonprofit corporation bringing major, world-class events to the San Francisco Bay Area with a mission to unite the region through sport by building pride, connecting communities and re-energizing the Bay.

    Zaileen leads the first-ever contingent of professional sports team executives and industry experts from across the Bay. With Zaileen at the helm, they will lead a stellar line-up of events in the Bay Area, including NBA All-Star 2025, Super Bowl LX and FIFA World Cup 26. Notably, 2026 will be a blockbuster year for Bay Area sports fans and communities as the region becomes the first in history to host these two momentous sporting events in the same year.

    Prior to joining BAHC, she was the head of commercial development and innovation at LA28, where she was responsible for identifying and actioning new initiatives and partnerships to monetize the 2028 Olympic & Paralympic Games in Los Angeles.

    Previously, Zaileen also guided brands, including Intel, Google and VISA, in sponsorship and experiential marketing opportunities as senior vice president and general manager of GMR Marketing's San Francisco office. She also served as the head of Olympics management at VISA, Inc., where she was responsible for delivering VISA’s premier sports sponsorship on a global scale for the Olympic Games.

    In 2016, Zaileen was honored as a member of Sports Business Journal’s “Forty Under 40 Class” and Leaders in Sport’s globally acclaimed “Leaders Under 40.” She has been named by Adweek as one of. their 2021 “Woman Trailblazers,” and has been inducted into the Sponsorship Hall of Fame. Just this year, Zaileen was named “Woman of the Year” for her work of bringing three major sporting events to the Bay Area.

    Zaileen received her bachelor’s from Simon Fraser University (Vancouver, Canada) and an MBA and master’s in Sport Management from the University of Massachusetts at Amherst. A proud Canadian, Zaileen lives in the Bay Area with her husband Arif, and two sons, Aydin and Ihsan.

  • Co-Owner, Sacramento Kings

    Chris Kelly is a Silicon Valley investor with a long track record of building innovative companies and making the Internet a safer place for kids and adults alike. As the first Chief Privacy Officer, General Counsel, and Head of Global Public Policy for Facebook, Chris helped the company grow from its college roots to the ubiquitous communications medium that it is today. Chris’ development of the site’s safety and security policies around real-world identity and deployment of a highly-trained staff for rule and law enforcement are credited as critical elements in the company’s success.

    Chris left Facebook in 2009 to seek the Democratic nomination for Attorney General of California, garnering 16 percent of the vote in a seven-way race, his first run for statewide office. Since the June 2010 primary, he has become an active investor in companies seeking transformational improvements in technology, media, and finance. Currently, he serves as Chairman of Fandor, a San Francisco-based streaming media company focused on independent film and visual expression, and Chairman of MoviePass, a subscription-based movie ticketing service with headquarters in New York City.

    In 2013, Chris joined a group of California investors who purchased the Sacramento Kings of the NBA. As a member of the group’s executive board, Chris contributes his expertise in technology and management to basketball operations and the Golden1 Center, the team’s new state of the art arena that opened in 2016. The arena was recently named Best Elite Sports Facility in the world by the Sports Technology Awards, an annual recognition voted on by thought leaders in global technology and sports.

    As an attorney in private practice before his time at Facebook, Chris represented Netscape in the Microsoft antitrust case and Diamond Multimedia in the groundbreaking suit over the MP3 player that furthered personal use rights over digital content. Chris received his undergraduate degree from Georgetown University, a master’s degree from Yale University, and his law degree from Harvard University. Chris also serves on the Board of Directors for the San Francisco 49ers Academy, an alternative public middle school in East Palo Alto, and as Chair of the New Leaders Council, a nationwide leadership training program for young progressives.

  • Co-Founder of Hotmail | Visionary Entrepreneur

    Sabeer Bhatia is a visionary entrepreneur best known as the co-founder of Hotmail, the world’s first web-based email service, which revolutionized global communication and was acquired by Microsoft for $400 million. A pioneer in technology and innovation, Sabeer now leads ventures aimed at fostering entrepreneurship, critical thinking, and cutting-edge technologies.

    His current initiatives include Rags2Riches, inspiring global creativity through entrepreneurial tools; ShowReel, democratizing critical thinking education; and BeCubed, combining AI and design to tackle global challenges. A dedicated philanthropist, Sabeer has spearheaded impactful projects, including rebuilding his alma mater, St. Joseph’s Boys High School in Bangalore.

    Sabeer’s career exemplifies innovation, leadership, and a commitment to enhancing society through technology.

  • Co-Founder, Nextdoor

    Prakash Janakiraman is Co-Founder Emeritus at Nextdoor where he most recently served as Chief Architect and Head of Diversity, Equity, Inclusion, and Belonging. Nextdoor’s purpose is to cultivate a kinder world where everyone has a neighborhood they can rely on. Every day, Nextdoor connects millions of neighbors from eleven countries around the world, including one out of every three US households. In addition to leading strategy for the company’s technology platform, Prakash also led the company’s efforts to build a welcoming platform for all neighbors to create a sense of belonging in communities across the globe. Prior to Nextdoor, Prakash spent nearly three years at Google, where he managed engineering teams for Google Maps and Google Base. Prakash is from Hayward, California, and is currently completing his B.A. in Sociology from the University of California, Berkeley.

  • Co-Founder and CEO Eventbrite

    Julia Hartz is the Co-founder, CEO, and Executive Chair of Eventbrite. Under her leadership, Eventbrite has grown from an innovative idea to one of the world’s largest marketplaces for shared experiences, which powers more than five million events annually worldwide. Since its founding in 2006, the company has generated billions of dollars in gross ticket sales and processes over two million tickets per week to events and experiences across the globe.


    Julia began her career as a development executive at MTV and FX Networks before landing in Silicon Valley. Julia believes that real-life human experiences lead to individual happiness and strong global communities in today's digital age. This belief continues to fuel her passion while running Eventbrite today.

  • General Partner, IVP

    Someh joined IVP in March of 2005. He focuses primarily on later-stage investments in Internet, software, wireless, and technology-enabled services companies. Somesh was recognized by The New York Times and CB Insights in 2019 as one of the top 100 venture capitalists.

    Somesh actively participated in IVP’s investments in AddThis (ORCL), Akamai (AKAM), Amplitude, AppDynamics (CSCO), At Road (TRMB), Ayasdi, Brex, Business Insider (Axel Springer), CafePress (PRSS), Care.com (CRCM), ComScore (SCOR), Datalogix (ORCL), Danger (MSFT), Digital River (DRIV), Discord, Dropbox (DBX), FleetMatics (FLTX), Gaia Online, Hipmunk (SAP), Humu, Klout (Lithium), Lime, Loopnet (CSGP), MotoSport (LINTA), MySQL (ORCL), Netflix (NFLX), Personal Capital, Pindrop, Pure Storage (PSTG), Expanse, Qubole, Quigo (TWX), Rubrik, Shazam (AAPL), SoundCloud, Tanium, Thrive Global, TuneIn, Uber (UBER), Uproxx (WMG), Walker & Company (PG), ZEFR, and Zynga (ZNGA).

    Prior to joining IVP, Somesh was an Analyst in the Corporate Finance Division of Credit Suisse’s Technology Investment Banking Group. While at Credit Suisse, Somesh focused on strategic financing initiatives for a number of public and private technology companies. Prior to joining Credit Suisse, Somesh worked for Luxmi Capital, an early stage venture capital fund focused on digital media investments. He also worked for the Corporate Development Division of Sony Entertainment Television (SET) in Mumbai, India.

    Somesh is currently a member of the Management Board at Stanford University’s Graduate School of Business (GSB) and the Advisory Board of Malaria No More. He’s a former member of the Advisory Board of the Lester Center for Entrepreneurship, the Haas Alumni Board and the Haas Development Board at UC Berkeley. He’s also formerly served on the Tech Advisory Group of UCSF and the Advisory Board for Stanford’s Center for Philanthropy and Civil Society (PACS). Somesh is a term member of the Council of Foreign Relations.

    Somesh earned a B.S. in Business Administration from the Haas School of Business at the University of California at Berkeley and an M.B.A. from Stanford University.

  • Head of Basketball, WME Sports

    Bill Duffy is Head of Basketball with WME Sports and former Chairman & CEO of BDA Sports Management, which was founded over 35 years ago, is one of the most successful and respected agents in professional sports.

    Along with the agency, he currently represents more than 40 NBA players and has represented hundreds of professional basketball players internationally. 

    Throughout his career he has and continues to represent current stars including, Luka Doncic, Anthony Edwards, Chet Holmgren, Jalen Williams, Scottie Barnes, RJ Barrett, Brandin Podziemski, Zion Williamson, Sabrina Ionescu, as well as Hall of Famers, Steve Nash and Yao Ming, and retired stars, Rajon Rondo, Antonio Davis, Joakim Noah and Goran Dragic.

     He was a standout basketball player at Santa Clara University after starting his career at the University of Minnesota. He was selected in the 5th round of the 1982 NBA Draft by the Denver Nuggets and in 2003 was inducted into SCU’s Athletic Hall of Fame.

    Bill and his wife, Jamese, live in Walnut Creek, California and have five children.

  • President, Golden State Valkyries

    Jess Smith is entering her first season as President of the Golden State Valkyries. Smith, who has over 18 years of experience in professional sports, oversees all WNBA business operations and reports directly to Warriors President and Chief Operating Officer, Brandon Schneider.

    Smith joined the Valkyries from Angel City Football Club, where she served as Head of Revenue from 2020-24. In that role, she oversaw partnerships, ticketing, commerce, operations, data and analytics, broadcast and strategic alliances. Smith, who has a passion for creating revenue streams with intent, revolutionized the sports industry partnership approach with Angel City’s model, where 10% of sponsorship revenues are invested into local community initiatives focusing on equity, essentials, and education. Smith was responsible for launching the ‘Fan Fueled Player Fund,’ where players receive 1% of net ticketing proceeds for advertising ticket sales with their names and likeness. Under her leadership, Angel City renewed over 90% of the team’s season ticket members heading into the 2024 NWSL season. 

    Prior to her time at Angel City, Smith served as Vice President, Sponsorship at the San Jose Earthquakes (MLS) from 2017-20, where she secured the largest academy-specific jersey partnership in MLS history. Before joining the Earthquakes, Smith worked for the Columbus Blue Jackets (NHL) from 2015-16. Smith also spent time working for the Oakland Athletics (MLB) from 2008-15 in roles within ticketing and sponsorship.

    Smith was named to the 2023 Sports Business Journal’s 40 Under 40 list and the 2023 Leaders in Sport Under 40 class. In addition in 2024 she was named a Sports Business Journal Power Player in Women's Sports for her outstanding contributions to the game and beyond and was recognized as SBJ’s Best Hire of the Year. Smith holds her B.A. in Journalism from State University of New York and received her M.S.A. from Ohio University. She and her husband Scott are proud parents to two young daughters, Kipton and Vaughn. 

  • Two-Time NBA All-Star, Founder and CEO, Business Inside the Game

    Is a two-time NBA All-Star, serial entrepreneur, investor, and creator of thought-provoking content and digital platforms.

    During his years in the NBA, Davis was constantly listening, learning, networking, and connecting both on the court and off, which ignited a successful post-NBA business career.

    Through the process of being his own agent, he fast-forwarded in the role of being a business owner. He decided to use his platform and the knowledge he gained to support others by investing and funding entrepreneurs and start-ups that he believes in, including those created to impact society and encourage change. Davis has also become an outspoken advocate for financial literacy, ed-tech, and VC leaders from underrepresented communities.

    Davis continues to see opportunities and gaps in several industries, and where he can’t find companies that fill those gaps, he creates them. He is the founder of several companies, including Sports, Lifestyle in Culture (SLiC), Business Inside the Game (B.I.G.), UWish, and More Than Us; each to combine creative talent with original publication and production to develop and provide educational and empowering stories that appeal to global audiences of all ages.

    In addition to being one of the original investors in Vitaminwater, Davis also helped launch Thrive Market. He most recently invested in the WNBA, a college savings app called UNest, and Kitu Super Coffee, an organic ready-to-drink coffee company. Additional investments include: Hims, Triller, Sleeper, Thrive, H1, Cann Drinks, Tracklib, Quip (Blue Scorpion), Complex, Task Human, Toucan, and Vidy. Davis also served as producer of several acclaimed documentaries, including “Crips and Bloods: Made In America,” “30 for 30: Sole Man,” and “The Drew: No Excuse, Just Produce.”

    With his production company No Label, Davis was the executive producer of the Hulu Originals show, “WTF, Baron Davis,” and he directed, wrote, and stars in the upcoming comedy, “Domino: Battle of the Bones.” Davis can be followed online via Linkedin, Facebook, Twitter, and Instagram. He currently resides in his hometown of Los Angeles, where he plays his most important role, Dad, to his two kids.

  • Andre Ward is a former five-time World Champion, pound-for-pound king, the last American male to win Olympic gold in boxing and a first ballot inductee into the International Boxing Hall of Fame. His world class resume extends outside the boxing ring as well. Ward began working in the broadcast space during his time as an active fighter and has served as an expert analyst on Showtime, HBO, ESPN and Netflix.

    His commentary work earned him the highly coveted Sam Taub Award Excellence in Broadcast Journalism award from the Boxing Writers association in 2019.

    Ward recently joined All The Smoke Fight as their Chief Content Officer and has interviewed some of the biggest names in the boxing world, including Mike Tyson, Laila Ali, Terence Crawford, Claressa Shields and Shakur Stevenson for his new platform.

    Fans became accustomed to seeing Ward on screens both big and small through various roles.

    He played Danny “Stuntman” Wheeler in the blockbuster films Creed and Creed II as well as hosting the reprisal of Mark Burnett’s Contender series in 2018.

    Ward’s incredible life story was profiled in his documentary “SOG: The Book of Ward” in 2023.

    The inspirational film, which is currently available on Paramount+, details his improbable rise to the top of his sport despite insurmountable obstacles throughout his life.

    Yet Ward didn’t stop there, he released his memoir, Killing The Image: A Champion’s Journey of Faith, Fighting and Forgiveness in November of 2023. The deeply personal memoir shares the challenges and lessons he has learned throughout his life and career.

    In addition to his book and documentary, Ward is a skilled motivational speaker, and has crafted targeted messages to various audiences, including: corporations, sports teams, schools, churches and youth groups.

    Ward and his wife Tiffiney are ministers and consistently provide impactful messages at their church in the Bay Area.

    Ward ended his active boxing career on a 19-year winning streak in September of 2017. He shocked the sports world by retiring following the biggest win of his career and at the top of his game. Despite consistent calls for Ward to return, he has defied the odds and remained retired although it hasn’t always been easy.

    The father of five is a role model and mentor to many both in and out of the sports world due to his strong character, story of success and ability to motivate others to follow their dreams and live life in the right way.

  • CEO of Resorts World Las Vegas

    Alex Dixon, a Las Vegas native, is the Chief Executive Officer of Resorts World Las Vegas, LLC (RWLV) effective January 16, 2025. He brings with him over 20 years of extensive experience in the global gaming, hospitality, entertainment, real estate, and banking industries, having held senior leadership roles at iconic organizations and Fortune 500 companies, including Q Casino & Resort, MGM Resorts International, Caesars Entertainment Corp., and Goldman Sachs & Co.

    Before assuming his new role, Alex served as CEO at Q Casino & Resort and the Dubuque Racing Association, where he successfully led a strategic turnaround that resulted in a remarkable 10x increase in retained earnings, reversing a period of stagnation. His ability to build winning teams, develop underutilized real estate, and re-invigorate legacy brands has been a hallmark of his career.

    A former investment banker with Goldman Sachs, Alex possesses deep expertise in M&A, restructuring, and financial management, including IPOs. His strategic governance experience spans major markets such as New York, London, Los Angeles, Baltimore, Massachusetts, Iowa and Las Vegas, where he has consistently driven clarity of purpose from the boardroom to front-line operations.

    Alex's previous roles include President & COO of MGM’s Circus Circus, where he provided strategic oversight for one of the largest hotel resorts in the U.S., and led the successful sale of the property for $825 million. As GM of MGM’s Springfield Casino, he scaled the resort to a $960 million operation. At Caesars, he played a pivotal role in establishing and scaling the Baltimore Casino, securing $442 million in funding from Wall Street while navigating the complexities of corporate restructuring during the company’s ownership by TPG Apollo.

    In addition to his operational leadership, Alex serves on the Board of Dubuque Bank & Trust, advising on customer acquisition and performance growth. His vast network of C-suite industry leaders, investors, and financial professionals underpins his ability to drive high growth and transformation across the organizations he leads.

    Alex is deeply committed to the communities in which he serves, especially the gaming community. He is a third-generation casino employee and Co-Founder of African Americans in Gaming. Additionally, Alex serves on the board of the American Gaming Association, International Center for Responsible Gaming and the Marriot-Sorenson Center for Hospitality Leadership at his alma mater Howard University.

    As CEO of RWLV, Alex is poised to leverage his wealth of experience to further elevate the resort's standing in the competitive Las Vegas market.

  • Head of Investor Relations, IgniteGTM

    Harold Graham is an experienced investment banker and strategic advisor, currently leading Graham Partners, a firm dedicated to connecting strategically aligned partners across the capital stack. With over 25 years in the financial industry, Harold has played a key role in corporate development, investment banking, fundraising, and political consulting. He founded HW Graham & Associates, a firm specializing in corporate development, strategic partnerships, and fundraising campaigns for businesses and philanthropic organizations of all sizes. 

    Throughout his career, Harold has been involved in a wide range of projects, from creating and executing strategic development campaigns to securing private placements, equity, and debt financing for companies at various stages of growth. His expertise also spans M&A financing across multiple industries. 

    A former securities and commodities broker, Harold was registered with FINRA, NFA, and CFTC, holding Series 3, 7, and 63 licenses. His deep industry knowledge continues to guide Graham Partners' mission to provide innovative financial solutions and strategic growth opportunities. 

  • Managing Partner, Suncoast Ventures

    Genevieve LeMarchal is the Managing Partner of Suncoast Ventures, driving investments in healthcare technology, AI/ML applications, digital health, and medtech, with a focus on underrepresented founders and impactful innovation. Under her leadership, Suncoast has launched the Suncoast Healthcare Equity Angels, backed by healthcare industry executives.

    Previously, Genevieve led a transformative healthcare program for Expert Dojo, earning recognition as one of the most prolific early-stage investors by Crunchbase and receiving the 2022 Biocom Lifescience Catalyst Award. She also co-founded the XXcelerate Fund and hosted the AdVentureous Podcast.

    A Pacific Northwest native, Genevieve now resides in the San Francisco Bay Area, where she continues to champion innovation and is working on her first book, AdVentureous, exploring purpose, impact, and the raw paths to success.

  • Vice President of Marketing, Google

    Dynamic, visionary senior executive possessing a deep and unique understanding across Marketing, Sales and Finance disciplines.

    Effective combination of creative and analytical leadership skills that drive revenue, increase profit margins and shareholder value. Adept at developing and maintaining strategic partnerships to advance global brand awareness, product acquisition and customer loyalty. Decorated sales and sales management performance. Strong background in fiscal management, planning, and reporting. True passion for embedding brands in culture with purpose. Results oriented and well rounded leader with creative approaches to resolving complex issues. 

    In his current role as Vice President of Marketing at Google, he owns end to end responsibility for Strategy, Brand Management, Campaign Development and executive reporting; all with an eye on growing Consumer awareness, consideration, purchase intent, long term value as well as revenue and market share. 

    Daryl received a Dual Degree B.A. in Marketing and Finance from Morehouse College in Atlanta, Georgia.  He also received his M.B.A. from Pepperdine University. Daryl is an active member in his community serving in various capacities with his church, local YMCA, college alumni association and The Omega Psi Phi fraternity.

  • President & Chief Distribution Officer of HARTBEAT

    Jeff Clanagan is an acclaimed producer and visionary leader in entertainment. As President & Chief Distribution Officer of HARTBEAT, Kevin Hart’s global media company, he oversees HARTBEAT Media, connecting audiences through events, gaming, music, Web3, and a robust distribution network. Clanagan leads the LOL! Network, reaching millions across social, audio, and streaming platforms, and has produced hit projects like Die Hart, Hart to Heart, and Reality Check.

    Previously CEO of Laugh Out Loud and Codeblack Films, Clanagan has championed films like Frankie and Alice and Addicted, and pioneered innovative marketing strategies for titles like All Eyez On Me and Kevin Hart’s record-breaking specials Let Me Explain and What Now?. His career began promoting iconic tours such as Def Comedy Jam and NWA’s Straight Outta Compton.

    With over 300 films grossing $350M+ to his credit, Clanagan is recognized for his groundbreaking contributions to urban entertainment. A mentor to young talent, he founded Codeblack Elite Track Club and has earned accolades like the AAFCA Pioneer Award and Ebony Power 150. A University of Washington graduate and Harvard Business School alum, Clanagan lives in Los Angeles with his family.

  • CMO, Resorts World Las Vegas

    With over 20 years of marketing and nightlife experience and a resume that resembles a ‘best of’ list of some of the biggest brands in the hospitality and entertainment industries, Ronn Nicolli is a veteran in his craft. The Youngstown, Ohio native moved to Las Vegas as a bright-eyed and eager twenty-something, never intending to stay in the area for long. But with evident skills and the ability to quickly adapt in his field, the marketing professional grew rapidly in his career, leaving a major mark on the city’s nightlife scene and quickly climbing the ranks. Among his extensive experience, he has been recognized by Observer on their Power List of the Most Influential People in Hospitality, Las Vegas Weekly’s C-Suite Honors and VEGAS INC’s 40 Under 40.

    In February of 2020, Nicolli took the position of Vice President of Marketing for Zouk Group, which was part of the core leadership team that launched the Zouk Group in the Las Vegas market at Resort World Las Vegas. In February 2022, Nicolli was appointed as Chief Marketing Officer and currently plays a fundamental role in promoting the Strip’s first resort development in over a decade, Resorts World Las Vegas. Nicolli leads the brand marketing division, overseeing development and implementation of the resort’s advertising, digital, social media, creative, public relations and sponsorship strategies. In this time, Nicolli was the Lead Producer for the resort’s “Rule the World” campaign that launched June 2023. This widely successful campaign garnered three platinum AVA Digital Awards in three categories including Production for a Commercial Ad Campaign, Video Production for a Travel Commercial and Digital Marketing for an Integrated Ad Campaign.

    Nicolli’s journey in Las Vegas began as a promoter at Wynn Las Vegas in 2005, where he quickly learned the ropes and transitioned to a promotions manager role the following year. By 2011, he was Executive Director of Marketing for the Wynn Nightlife, managing the property’s marketing team and directing all digital marketing projects, before being promoted to Senior Executive Director of Nightlife Marketing in 2016. In this position, Nicolli developed strategic placements for billboards, magazines, online banners and more, overseeing all advertising and media opportunities and directing elements of marketing for the nightlife division’s celebrity talent. During his tenure at Wynn Las Vegas, Nicolli made a monumental impact on the resort’s entertainment programs, helped launch their out of market event series, and provided the vision and guidance for some of the city’s most notable nightlife venues including Intrigue Nightclub and XS Nightclub.

    In 2018, Nicolli brought his expertise to another Vegas property, serving as Senior Vice President of Creative Strategy for Palms Casino Resort where he co-led the nightlife division, overseeing talent, integrated property marketing and public relations for the department during its $620 million renovation. During his time at Palms, he led creative concept meetings and established communication plans to connect all departments, developing a cohesive and welcoming brand for customers.

    Notably, Nicolli sits on the board of the Discovery Children’s Museum and is passionate about supporting the Las Vegas community. He also sat on the Super Bowl LVIII Host Committee and finds immense pride in being able to contribute efforts to such a historical event for Southern Nevada. In addition to these formal commitments, Nicolli remains dedicated to mentoring young professionals in the hospitality and nightlife industry, as he contributes to building the next generation of leadership in Las Vegas.

    Nicolli loves the ever-evolving nature of hospitality, nightlife and how he’s constantly challenged to produce out-of-the-box ideas. Inspired by his late mentor and former long-time industry executive Scott Menke, he looks to follow in his footsteps and bring a sense of accomplishment, pride and joy to his career and each of his endeavors.

    Nicolli is committed to his family values, happily married and a father to two daughters.

  • Venture Partner, Suncoast Ventures

    Dr. Tammy Mahaney is a Suncoast VC venture partner and Clinical Director of Bella Primary Care. She is a former Army Captain, Doctor of Nurse Practice, Family Nurse Practitioner. Tammy served in the U.S. Army Nurse Corp leading national forces in healthcare settings. She has received certification in the Advance Course with the American Board of Artificial Intelligence in Medicine (ABAIM) and has 20 years of nursing experience ranging from Medical/Surgical, Pediatric, Cardiology, Telemetry, Post Anesthesia Care Unit (PACU), and worked In Los Angeles as a Gamma Knife Nurse collaborating with a specialized team of world-renowned Neurosurgeons, Anesthesiologists, Physicists, and Radiation Oncologist in helping patients with brain tumors.

    She is passionate about holistic-integrative health and volunteers in global health missions where she has served in clinical settings in Nicaragua, Tanzania, Vanuatu, El Salvador, Senegal and Ecuador. She has travelled to six continents and over fifty countries around the world on medical missions. Tammy is an active community builder and volunteers as a nurse consultant and sonographer at a busy pregnancy center in San Francisco, CA and in downtown Oakland, CA with a focus on empowering and educating underserved minority women.

    She and her husband are active in the community as volunteers and philanthropists. Tammy currently lives with her husband and 4 of their 10 children in the Bay Area in California along with their Golden Doodle and 3lb Yorkie.

  • Data & AI Cloud Evangelist, Microsoft

    Ashley Tarver is a Data & AI Technology Evangelist at Microsoft, helping Silicon Valley’s largest companies shape the future of artificial intelligence. Based in San Francisco, he is also the board president of the Association of Corporate Growth – Silicon Valley Chapter and has successfully founded and exited three startups.

    With a degree in Aerospace Engineering from the University of Alabama, Ashley’s career spans over two decades in strategic roles at Cisco, NTT, Cloudera, and Microsoft, working with Fortune 100 companies and Unicorns on complex digital transformation challenges. An active speaker, he covers topics such as AI, data privacy, autonomous vehicles, and cloud innovation.

    A former combat engineering officer in the US Army and member of the 82nd Airborne Division Association, Ashley is also a dedicated board advisor and avid outdoorsman who enjoys skiing, fly fishing, and travel.

  • Senior NBA Agent, Klutch Sports Group

    Calvin Andrews is a Senior NBA Agent with Klutch Sports Group, where he represents top talent, including multiple top-five NBA Draft picks and first-round selections, negotiating major contracts and endorsement deals. With over two decades of experience in sports management, Calvin previously founded SAI Sports Management and served as Vice President of BDA Sports Management.

    Before his sports career, Calvin spent 12 years in corporate sales and marketing with Xerox Corporation. A former standout basketball player at Montana State University, he earned a bachelor’s degree in Business with a focus on Marketing.

    Calvin is also dedicated to empowering athletes off the court. He co-founded Scholar Athletes Inc., which launched the renowned Oakland Soldiers AAU program, and he was inducted into the City of Oakland Parks and Rec Hall of Fame in 2024 for his impact on youth.

    Residing in Hercules, California, with his wife, Kacy, and son, Killian, Calvin remains committed to building legacies for his clients and inspiring the next generation.

  • Dr. Rachel Gillum is an AI and tech policy expert shaping the future of responsible innovation in business and society. As Vice President at Salesforce, Rachel leads a team focused on ensuring AI and AI Agents are built and deployed responsibly, with a focus on promoting trust, safety, and impactful innovation.

    Rachel was appointed as a Commissioner on the U.S. Chamber of Commerce’s bipartisan AI Commission and advises organizations on Responsible AI, Trust & Safety, and data ethics. She is also a startup advisor and mentor with TechStars and serves on the Technical Advisory Board of CareMessage, a patient engagement platform. Rachel is an affiliated scholar at Stanford University and has been featured in Forbes, The Washington Post, and Essence Magazine. Prior to Salesforce, she worked alongside former Secretary of State Condoleezza Rice at the strategic consulting firm RiceHadleyGatesManuel LLC, managing the firm’s technology and venture capital portfolio. Her early career included intelligence and security roles with the U.S. government.

  • SVP, Business & Legal Affairs, Skydance Sports

    Marjorie Williams is the SVP of Business & Legal Affairs at Skydance Sports, where she leads the Business & Legal team and oversees operations. Previously, she launched a boutique entertainment law firm representing top talent and served as a senior business affairs executive at Amazon Studios and United Talent Agency. Her career also includes roles at Endemol Shine North America and Viacom (Comedy Central and BET Networks).

    A retired U.S. Air Force Reserve Major with 22+ years of service, including tours abroad and support of Operations Iraqi and Enduring Freedom, Marjorie brings a unique perspective to her work.

    A Los Angeles native, she holds degrees from Howard University, the University of Oklahoma, Loyola Law School, and an Executive MBA from the University of Michigan. Recognized by the National Bar Association as a Top 40 Lawyer Under 40 and the LA Business Journal as a Woman of Influence, Marjorie is a sought-after panelist and industry leader.

  • CEO, Hannah Gordon Advisors LLC

    Hannah Gordon is CEO of Hannah Gordon Advisors LLC and author of SZN OF CHANGE: the competitor’s playbook for joy on the path to victory. She has been recognized as a Sports Business Journal Forty Under 40 and Game Changer, The Athletic NFL Forty Under 40, Leaders Under 40, Silicon Valley Business Journal Woman of Influence, San Francisco Business Times Inspire award winner, Legal 500 GC PowerList US Rising Star, one of PureWow’s 20 in ‘20 up-and-coming leaders trying to better the world.

    She has been honored by ICA Cristo Rey as its Leader in Mission, by Sol Sisters with its Leading With Impact award, and by Silicon Valley Business Journal as a Corporate Counsel Diversity Champion. Named one of the most influential women in football by NFL.com, Gordon's prior roles include Chief Legal and Administrative Officer of the San Francisco 49ers. Gordon has appeared in Oprah Daily, Good Morning America, CBS News, The Daily Mail, The Huffington Post, among others. Hannah is a Presidential Leadership Scholar and a former Lecturer In Law at Stanford, where she earned a J.D. Hannah holds a B.A. from UCLA.

  • President, Oakland Roots and Oakland Soul SC

    Lindsay Barenz is President of the Oakland Roots and Oakland Soul. In soccer, she previously worked for the Washington Spirit, the National Women’s Soccer League, and Real Salt Lake. She was a White House Fellow in the Office of Management and Budget during the Obama Administration. She has been a lawyer, entrepreneur, campaign manager, and union organizer. Lindsay is a graduate of Yale Law School and the University of Utah.

  • Chief Business Officer, EMPIRE

    Alexandra is a dynamic leader and dealmaker with extensive expertise in the consumer internet, media, sports, and technology sectors. She has led transformative acquisitions for major companies like Amazon and Electronic Arts and driven significant growth for both high-growth startups and established public firms through her roles in business development, strategic finance, and operational leadership.

    Currently, Alex serves as Chief Business Officer at EMPIRE, the world’s largest independent record label, overseeing global P&L and spearheading revenue-driving initiatives, including licensing, merchandise, sync deals, and M&A. During her tenure, she has contributed to record-breaking achievements, such as Shaboozey's historic Billboard Hot 100 #1 hit, and advanced partnerships with major platforms like Spotify, Apple, and YouTube.

    Before EMPIRE, Alex founded and managed Night Capital, a $100MM growth equity fund tied to MrBeast’s talent management agency, earning recognition as one of Hollywood's Top Dealmakers of 2022. She also served as Chief Strategy Officer at Night Media, where she guided talent-led business launches like MrBeast Burger.

    At Amazon, Alex spent six years leading groundbreaking initiatives. As Head of Global Strategic Initiatives for Amazon Music, she launched Amazon Music Live, Amp, and the Amazon Music Merch shop. Earlier, she managed global investments and acquisitions across Amazon’s digital content, gaming, and device sectors, while helping launch verticals like Luna (cloud gaming) and health & wellness.

    A UC Berkeley graduate with dual degrees in Business and Political Science, Alex also holds an MBA from The Wharton School, where she specialized in finance and management.

  • Partner at Andreessen Horowitz

    Megan Holston-Alexander is a partner at Andreessen Horowitz where she leads the Cultural Leadership Fund (CLF), Silicon Valley’s first venture capital fund consisting exclusively of Black cultural leaders and organizations committed to Black wealth generation. Megan oversees CLF’s dual missions of connecting the world’s greatest cultural leaders including athletes, entertainers, musicians and C-level executives, to the best new technology companies and engaging and elevating African Americans in the technology industry.

    Born and raised in Montgomery, Alabama, Megan graduated with a BA from Clark Atlanta University and an MBA from Stanford Graduate School of Business, where she relaunched the Black Business Conference after a 10+ year hiatus. Megan also co-founded When Founder Met Funder, a conference focused on connecting Black female entrepreneurs with peers and investors for networking and fundraising support.

    She currently serves on the board of THINK450, the partnership and innovation engine of the National Basketball Players Association (NBPA), the boards of three nonprofits, All Stars Helping Kids, HBCUvc, and The Hidden Genius Project, along with the advisory board of the Southwestern Athletic Conference (SWAC). Megan previously served on the advisory committee of the 50 Fund, the philanthropic arm of Super Bowl 50. Megan enjoys spending her down time with her two boys, Holston and Jack, and truly believes you can’t beat a good spa day.

  • Head of Strategic Partnership, Fever

    Marc is an investor, advisor and board member across various international sports, entertainment and tech organizations.  He is currently Head of Global Strategic Partnerships for Fever.  Previously, he was Head of Brand, Football, for Nike.  In this role, he was the consumer and marketplace lead for the company's business across NFL, NCAA, High School, Grassroots and Performance.  Prior to that role, Marc was GM, Nike+, responsible for the company's connected membership ecosystem including vision, brand and connecting all consumers through digital (apps, Nike.com), physical (DTC, wholesale, events) and related products (e.g. Apple Watch Nike+).  Before joining Nike, Marc was the NFL's first ever International Commercial Director, where he led partnerships and marketing for the league outside of the US.  He added on the responsibilities of Managing Director of NFL Canada during his tenure.  His prior experiences include various roles at IMG (now WME/IMG), including Vice President, Consulting where he led the agency's global relationships with Visa, Electronic Arts, Wells Fargo, and he worked in the Athlete Management division at ProServ.  In addition, he co-founded a sports-based social gaming company, Lionside, which was acquired by Japanese mobile company, ngmoco:).  Marc is on the Board of Directors of Relo Metrics and is a Non-Executive Director of Sportable.  He is also an investor and advisor to numerous sports and entertainment orgs including Leeds United FC, CD Leganes, Cancun FC, Screen Skinz, Beatbox, Super Quick Question and For Soccer.  He is a Techstars Sports Mentor and on the Advisory Board of the Tulane Sports Law Program.

    He earned a JD/MBA from Tulane University, with a specialty in Sports Law, and a BA from Kalamazoo College, where he was a member of two NCAA Division III National Championship Tennis teams.

  • Shannon Nash is a global C-suite leader, Qualified Financial Expert, attorney, and CPA with 30+ years of experience transforming businesses through financial strategy and operational excellence.  She is an independent corporate board director for NetScout Systems, SoFi Bank (Compensation Committee Chair), and Lazy Dog Restaurants (Audit Chair) bringing expertise in finance, governance, and scaling companies for sustainable growth. She also serves on the board of the Silicon Valley Community Foundation (Audit Chair), a nonprofit managing over $16 billion in assets.

    Shannon is the former CFO of Wing (an Alphabet company), where she helped drive the autonomous drone delivery business, overseeing global operations, finance, and strategy in the $1T logistics market. Previously, she served as CFO of Reputation.com and Inside Source and held leadership roles at Amgen in the US and Switzerland, as well as at Cumulus Media. Shannon began her career at Cooley LLP and KPMG LLP.

    Shannon has been widely recognized for her leadership and contributions to the profession. She was named one of Silicon Valley’s 100 Most Influential Women by the Silicon Valley Business Journal, a 2024 Culture Shifter in Silicon Valley, and one of Accounting Today’s Top 100 Most Influential People. She also received the 2024 Disruptor Award from How Women Lead and was honored as one of Directors & Boards magazine’s 2025 Directors to Watch. As Executive Producer of the award-winning documentary OnBoard: The Film, which premiered at the Tribeca Film Festival, Shannon has amplified the movement to increase the representation of Black women on corporate boards.

    A graduate of the University of Virginia, where she earned a BS in Accounting and a JD from the UVA Law School, Shannon now lives in the San Francisco Bay Area. When she’s not driving change in boardrooms, she enjoys producing films and is a group fitness enthusiast, certified as both a Zumba and U-Jam Fitness instructor, blending her passion for health and wellness with her commitment to leadership and lifestyle spaces.

  • CEO, Positive Coaching Alliance

    Jason Sacks is the CEO of Positive Coaching Alliance, a leading national nonprofit organization with the mission to change the culture of youth sports so that every child, regardless of social or economic circumstance, has access to a positive youth sports experience. A recognized national leader in the youth sports space, Jason brings exceptional credentials to his role, including having led PCA’s growth of impact to millions of youth participating in youth sports. Jason has created innovative partnerships across all of youth sports, media outlets, leading brands, including Curry Brand/Under Armour, ESPN, National Women’s Soccer League (NWSL), Major League Baseball (MLB), National Basketball Association (NBA), Little League International, US Soccer Federation, and many more. Under his leadership, PCA has successfully expanded its reach and impact through partnerships and attracting leading philanthropic organizations to support PCA’s commitment to ensuring youth sports are done right in all communities across the country. Prior to joining PCA in 2006, Jason worked in sports television production at International Management Group (IMG) and in the Basketball Operations Department for the New York Knicks. Jason holds an undergraduate degree in Broadcast Journalism from Syracuse University and a Master’s degree in Sports Management from New York University. He has also served as an assistant coach for the Men’s Basketball Team at NYU and for Egg Harbor Township High School (NJ) and Perspectives Charter High School (Chicago). Jason is an adjunct instructor in Northwestern University’s Masters of Sports Administration program and volunteers as a youth sports coach.

  • Founder, Anar Ventures

    Sara Ahmadian is an entrepreneur with expertise mentoring start-up founders, raising venture capital, and selling companies. She is a Venture Advisor throughout emerging markets across the Middle East, India, Africa and LATAM. At Anar Ventures, Sara brings an engineering approach to provide more access to latest technology trends such as AI. She is a seasoned speaker on the global conference circuit, and is regularly consult on start-up ecosystems in different countries. Beside tech companies, she co-founded The Laundry, an incubator for immersive experiences which supports entrepreneurs and artists in SF. She is also a board member at Tupac Shakur foundation making mental health accessible to African American communities.

  • Partner, Perkins Coie

    Adam Shevell is a trusted advisor to startup founders at all stages of the startup lifecycle, helping with product launch, fundraising, partnerships, scaling, and exit transactions. He has a strong reputation for negotiating high-stakes deals for startups and is known for his tailored and practical advice focused on achieving valuable business outcomes. Adam’s clients operate in sectors such as artificial intelligence (AI) and generative AI, interactive entertainment, web3 and blockchain, decentralized finance (DeFi), augmented reality/virtual reality (AR/VR), autonomous mobility, fintech, digital health, cleantech, robotics, and other emerging sectors.

  • 1988 U.S. Olympian and a 32 year 400M hurdle junior world record holder, Leslie Maxie has forged a remarkable career as a broadcast journalist, keynote speaker, media trainer, and brand operative.

    The San Francisco born, Bay Area bred journalist, began her television career as a nine-year-old with KRON San Francisco’s NBC affiliate and, at age 13, conducted Jesse Owens’ final interview.  She went on to a post-Olympic broadcast career with ESPN, CBS, NBC, and Fox Sports Net. 

    Her company Maxie Media Group, launched two Red Bull’s F1 teams and handled integrated marketing for NASCAR, among other fortune 50 clients.

    One of the most respected women in sports, Leslie is the only broadcast journalist to cover the top five championship events outside of her primary sport. Leslie graduated from Mills High School in Millbrae and earned a degree in Public Policy at USC. 

  • Writer, Filmmaker, Executive, Proximity Media

    D'Lo Louis is a writer, director, and producer from Richmond, California, whose journey from adversity to creativity has shaped his unique perspective. After a decade-long incarceration, D'Lo discovered his passion for storytelling and, upon his release in 2018, transitioned into the film industry. Within months, he worked as a director’s and producer’s assistant on major projects like Black Panther: Wakanda Forever and Space Jam: A New Legacy.

    Now a Creative Executive at Proximity Media, D'Lo has contributed to acclaimed films like Judas and the Black Messiah and Creed III, earning an Associate Producer credit. Beyond film, he directs music videos, commercials, and manages artists, infusing authenticity and depth into every project. D'Lo’s journey exemplifies resilience, transformation, and a commitment to impactful storytelling.

  • Actor and Director

    Born in Torrance, California, Denzel Whitaker is best known for his award-winning role in THE GREAT DEBATERS, performing opposite of his two namesakes, Denzel Washington and Forest Whitaker. Numerous film and television shows list Denzel's name including fan favorites: BLACK PANTHER, CUT THROAT CITY, THE PURGE TV series, WARRIOR, U SHOOT VIDEOS?, ALL THAT and TRAINING DAY.

    In 2011, Denzel simultaneously began developing his skillset behind the camera as a filmmaker. Since then, he's garnered millions of views in the music video space, worked 5 years at Cartoon Network as an editor and illustrator on hits shows including BOONDOCKS and BLACK DYNAMITE, and is a published fashion photographer.

    His latest film ‘BRAND NEW’, is a deeply personal drama that showcases Denzel’s many hats as a co-writer, co-director, co-editor, and stars Denzel himself. The film’s debut World Tour was met with immense success, including an Audience Award for Best International short and five additional nominations.

  • Founder, Principal Agent, Elite Loyalty Sports

    Vincent Taylor, a distinguished and highly regarded NFL sports agent, has carved out a significant reputation in the competitive world of sports representation. As the founder and principal agent of Elite Loyalty Sports, Taylor is known for his relentless commitment to his clients, exceptional negotiation skills, and ability to identify and nurture top-tier talent. His passion for elevating athletes on and off the field has made him a trusted figure among players, families, and front offices across the NFL.

    Taylor’s clientele includes high-profile athletes such as TRENT WILLIAMS, WHO WILL BE THE FIRST BALLOT HALL OF FAMER AND ALSO THE RICHEST NON-QB IN NFL HISTORY, WITH $350 MILLION IN CONTRACTS SIGNED. Travon Walker was the number one pick in the 2022 NFL Draft. This monumental achievement solidified Taylor’s status as a super agent, showcasing his ability to navigate the complexities of the draft process while securing the best possible outcomes for his clients.

  • Lola Fenhirst is an independent, small-batch jewellery company founded in 2015 by Lola Oladunjoye, the creative force behind the brand. Instantly recognizable for its striking afro-modernist aesthetic, Lola’s work draws on her dual Anglo-Nigerian heritage to create wearable art that blends traditional African adornment motifs with the best in European and Asian jewellery-making savoir-faire.

    Lola comes to jewellery design as a second career, having spent two decades practicing technology law in California’s Silicon Valley.  

    Lola is also a writer, whose essays exploring complex issues such  as  and family heritage  and  identity and have been published by British Vogue. 

  • Delency Parham is a New Afrikan Muslim, organizer, educator, journalist, and multimedia creative from Oakland, CA. He is a graduate of the University of Idaho, where he attended on a football scholarship and majored in journalism. In 2017, he co-founded People's Programs, a grassroots Black-youth-led organization which runs a free hot food program, free grocery program, a free mobile health clinic, and stewards half an acre of land. Delency is also the Co-creator of "Tales of The Town," a multimedia project that uses a podcast series, documentary, art exhibit, and music album to document nearly 100 years of Oakland's Black History.

    The film and art exhibit for Tales of The Town was featured at the de Young Museum. In 2017 Delency co-founded Hella Black Podcast, an independent podcast educating its listeners on the social, economic, and political struggle of the African Diaspora.

    He is also the co-founder of the gold record producing record label and management company, Play Runners Association.

  • Founder of Sphere of Sports + Canyon Oaks

    Taj Tashombe is the founder of Sphere of Sports, a premier thought-leadership platform that convenes influential leaders across sports, business, and entertainment during global marquee events. Inspired by a vision to foster innovation, investment, and collaboration, Sphere of Sports creates a high-value environment for decision-makers, family offices, and private wealth leaders to engage in transformative dialogue and industry growth.

    As the Founder and CEO of Canyon Oaks, a global advisory firm, Taj leads impactful initiatives across sports, entertainment, hospitality, and global affairs, including high-profile projects like the Super Bowl, FIFA World Cup, and the Olympics. With expertise in strategic partnerships and brand innovation, he bridges industries to create sustainable, forward-thinking solutions.

    A seasoned executive with experience at global brands such as Toyota, Hilton, Hyundai, and the Athletics, Taj’s career has been defined by his ability to identify untapped opportunities and align them with market trends. His leadership extends beyond business to include creative ventures like House of Tashombe, a bespoke fashion and lifestyle brand celebrating cultural sophistication and innovation.

    Taj’s work reflects a deep commitment to connecting industries, driving innovation, and creating meaningful opportunities for collaboration and growth.

  • Rasheen Smith is an entrepreneur and visionary leader at the crossroads of brand marketing, immersive technology, wellness, and venture capital.

    As co-founder of Perimeter, a cutting-edge agency and venture studio, Rasheen specializes in helping brands push boundaries through innovation, world-class strategy, and creative design. Perimeter’s work is rooted in understanding people—fans, consumers, and communities—and finding ways to create meaningful connections that drive impact

    As co-founder of Realcast, Rasheen pioneers immersive storytelling and gameplay. Realcast develops groundbreaking mixed reality and VR games for platforms like Meta Quest and Apple Vision Pro, merging technology and creativity to create unforgettable experiences.

    Rasheen also serves as a Venture Partner at Elefund, a Silicon Valley-based investment firm that supports various industries and stages from fintech to enterprise, seed to scale.

    Previously, Rasheen founded Flexpower, a wellness brand focused on pain relief and recovery. Its clean, non-toxic formulations are trusted by professional athletes, Olympians, and active individuals worldwide.

    In addition to starting, advising, and investing in companies, Rasheen has worked with professional athletes his whole career, including projects in Asia, Mexico and Silicon Valley.

    Rasheen's personal journey from South Central Los Angeles to UC Berkeley shaped his entrepreneurial spirit and passion. Whether mentoring emerging talent, coaching youth basketball, or forging partnerships that bridge digital and physical worlds, Rasheen’s work is guided by a belief in the power of creativity and connection to transform industries and lives.

  • Abbas Muntaqim is a Muslim, New Afrikan culture worker, educator, organizer, and multimedia professional from the Bay Area.

    A graduate of UC Berkeley, he was a student-athlete and a key organizer in the Black Student Union’s campaign for institutional change. He was also one of the key organizers involved in the University of California system’s divestment from private prisons and also was instrumental in the creation of the African American Initiative at UC Berkeley.

    After graduating in 2016, Abbas co-founded the Fannie Lou Hamer Black Resource Center at UC Berkeley and went on to teach African American Studies at the university for over four years. He is also the co-founder and co-chair of People’s Programs, an Oakland-based New Afrikan/Pan-African organization dedicated to grassroots organizing through the creation of community programs.

    In addition to his organizing work, Abbas is the co-creator of Tales of The Town and Hella Black Podcast.

  • Diaunte Thompson, Co-Founder and Head of TV/Motion Picture at Beastmode Productions, is a dynamic force in the film industry. Alongside his producing partner Bryon Sheng and CEO Marshawn Lynch, Thompson directed and produced the acclaimed feature film 100 Blocks, earning a Best Director nomination at ABFF. He has produced and written for No Script with Marshawn Lynch and led branded content collaborations with Skittles, Modelo, and ESPN. Thompson was also Emmy-nominated for Outstanding Short Feature for TNF ‘N Yo City with Marshawn Lynch: Intercourse, PA. His impact extends to major events, including producing a Super Bowl commercial with Peter Berg. Most recently, he Co-Directed and Produced the Showtime documentary SOG: The Book Of Ward, executive produced by LeBron James and Maverick Carter. With several scripted and non-scripted projects in development, Thompson is set to bring new productions to life in 2025 and 2026, further cementing his influence in the entertainment industry.

  • Aalim A. Moor, II is a prominent serial entrepreneur and community leader based in Oakland, California. Currently serving as the Senior Manager of Sales and Business Development for the San Francisco Giants, Aalim identifies and pursues strategic growth opportunities that align with the organization’s vision. He excels in market research, partnership development, deal negotiation, public relations and stakeholder management, playing a crucial role in driving the Giants’ outreach initiatives.

    Aalim’s superpower lies in networking; his most effective skill is facilitating connections that foster growth and create enduring, profitable partnerships for businesses and professionals alike. He believes in the transformative power of a positive mindset and creative thinking, striving to integrate these principles into every aspect of life.

    With a diverse portfolio of successful ventures, Aalim is dedicated to economic empowerment in the Bay Area. He actively mentor's young entrepreneurs and collaborates with local organizations to support aspiring business leaders.

    Beyond his professional achievements, Aalim is a loving husband, proud father of two, and a doting grandfather to his two beautiful granddaughters. He is also involved in philanthropic efforts aimed at improving the quality of life in underserved communities. Aalim A. Moor, II exemplifies a visionary leader committed to uplifting his community while balancing family life and driving business success.