Powerhouse Conversations: The Future of Women’s Sports in Nashville

About this event

The Game Is Changing. The Leadership Is Here. The Future Is Ours to Shape.

Women’s sports are experiencing a defining moment, and Nashville is emerging as a powerful player in what comes next.

From the arrival of new professional sports opportunities to the rising influence of women athletes, executives, entrepreneurs, and investors, the momentum is undeniable. But what will it take to turn this moment into lasting economic opportunity, equitable investment, and a stronger sports ecosystem?

Join Scarritt Bennett Center and MOJO Impact Collective for the final installment of Powerhouse Conversations , featuring an extraordinary panel of women helping shape the business, culture, and future of sports in Nashville and beyond.

Meet the Powerhouses

Nancy VanReece | President, UPSHOT Nashville — Helping usher in a new era of professional women’s basketball and sports opportunities in Music City.

Monica Fawknotson | Metro Nashville Sports Authority — Bringing a vital perspective on sports infrastructure, public leadership, and the role of major sporting events in community and economic development.

Maren Angus | Sports Media Writer— Bringing insight into the evolving sports media landscape, storytelling, visibility, and the growing audience for women’s athletics.

Coach Yolanda Moore | 2 X WNBA Champion/ Basketball Coach and Women’s Sports Leader — Bringing the perspective of an athlete, coach, and advocate for the development, leadership, and advancement of women in sports.

Moderated by Kendall Lanier , Sports Reporter, WKRN News 2, who will guide a dynamic conversation about the opportunities and decisions shaping the next generation of women’s sports.

Beyond the Game: Building What’s Next

Together, these powerhouse voices will explore how Nashville can capitalize on the growth of women’s sports, attract meaningful investment, expand opportunities for women and girls, strengthen community connections, and create a lasting legacy of leadership and economic participation.

Whether you’re a business leader, sports enthusiast, entrepreneur, community advocate, or champion for women’s advancement, this is a conversation you won’t want to miss.

The future of women’s sports is bigger than the scoreboard. Nashville has an opportunity to help write the playbook.

Event Details

Wednesday, November 11, 2026

12:00 PM – 1:30 PM CST

Scarritt Bennett Center | Bennett Social Hall

1027 18th Avenue South, Nashville, TN

Registration: $25 | Lunch included

Seating is limited. Reserve your seat and join the conversation.

Register now!