Advisory Board

Roles and Responsibilities

• Provide Strategic Guidance: Offer input on our vision, mission, and overall strategy, ensuring our programs are aligned with the latest trends in sports leadership and best practices.
• Advise on Program Development: Contribute to the creation and enhancement of initiatives, such as leadership workshops, conferences, and community events, ensuring they promote leadership, teamwork, integrity, and innovation in sports.
• Support Outreach and Engagement: Use your network to help extend our reach, promote our initiatives, and attract new members, partners, and sponsors.
• Offer Expertise and Thought Leadership: Share your knowledge and experience in sports leadership, diversity, equity, and inclusion to help shape our educational content, resources, and events.
• Evaluate Impact: Assist in assessing the effectiveness of our programs and provide recommendations for continuous improvement.

Qualifications

We are seeking individuals passionate about advancing sports leadership. Ideal candidates will possess:

• Expertise in Leadership Development: A deep understanding of leadership principles in sports, with a track record of successfully guiding teams, organizations, or initiatives.
• Leadership Experience: Proven leadership experience, particularly in sports organizations or initiatives focused on promoting leadership and team development.
• Industry Knowledge: Experience across various sectors (e.g., sports teams, educational institutions, nonprofits, corporate organizations) to provide diverse perspectives.
• Commitment to the Mission: A strong commitment to empowering athletes, coaches, and sports professionals to become impactful leaders.
• Collaborative Spirit: The ability to work effectively with other advisory board members, stakeholders, and organizations to achieve shared goals.

Diversity of Thought

We are committed to building an advisory board that reflects a wide range of perspectives, backgrounds, and experiences. We encourage applications from individuals of all races, ethnicities, genders, ages, abilities, sexual orientations, and socioeconomic statuses.

The Need for the Advisory Board

Why Your Participation Matters

The success of National Sports Leadership Week relies on the guidance and support of a diverse, knowledgeable, and committed Advisory Board. As we expand our initiatives and impact, the board plays a crucial role in ensuring our programs are effective, relevant, and capable of fostering leadership across the sports industry.

• Guiding Program Innovation: Your insights will help us stay ahead of emerging leadership trends and ensure our initiatives have a lasting impact.
• Enhancing Credibility and Impact: Your expertise will lend credibility to our programs, attracting high-caliber partners, sponsors, and participants.
• Fostering a National Movement: With your support, National Sports Leadership Week can become a leading force in empowering the next generation of sports leaders.

Time Commitment

As an Advisory Board member for National Sports Leadership Week, you will be expected to participate in a minimum of four quarterly meetings per year, which can be attended virtually or in person. These meetings are essential for providing strategic guidance, offering feedback, and making key decisions. Additionally, you may be asked for brief consultations on specific projects or issues and are encouraged to participate in key events, such as the annual Sports Leadership Week celebration, when possible. The time commitment is designed to be flexible, ensuring your contributions are impactful while accommodating your professional and personal responsibilities.

How to Apply

If you are interested in joining the Advisory Board, please submit a brief application outlining your experience, qualifications, and reasons for wanting to serve. We look forward to collaborating with you to shape the future of sports leadership.