The USA Basketball Women in the Game conference is a professional development event for high school and college students and young professional females looking to explore the sports industry or seeking a career in sports.
Guest speakers from different sports careers will speak on their personal journey, as well as some of the key characteristics that helped them be successful and their advice for those who want to make their own path.
Attendees at the USA Basketball Women in the Game Cleveland 2024 conference on Thursday, April 4, also will get breakfast, lunch, a USA Basketball t-shirt and a notebook.
Following the event, Women in the Game attendees are eligible to apply for the USA Basketball Women in the Game Mentorship Program, which connects mentees to experienced mentors in their desired career field.
Join USA Basketball on April 4 and explore, expand and encounter your future career!
Confirmed Speakers:
- Chelsea Blakely, Cleveland State University deputy athletic director, external operations
- Callie Brownson, Cleveland Browns wide receivers assistant coach
- Brooklyn Cartwright, Atlanta Dream senior director, basketball operations
- Liron Fanan, Cleveland Charge general manager
- Dr. Shamarah J. Hutchins, Serene Counseling & Wellness clinical psychologist
- Saudia Mitchell, USA Basketball creative director
- Tajah Muhammad, Winn Network founder & CEO
- Korinth Patterson, Mid-American Conference associate commissioner/championships & sports programs
- Candace Smith, University of Akron sr. assoc. A.D. for internal operations
- Stephanie White, Connecticut Sun head coach & basketball analyst for ESPN & Big Ten Network
- Natalie Winkelfoos, Oberlin College assoc. v.p. for athletics advancement & Delta Lodge dir. of athletics & physical education
