MISSION STATEMENT
The Board of Advocates is comprised of a range of industry leaders representing business, politics, entertainment, media and sport. They have been tapped by the player leadership, specifically the WNBPA Executive Committee, to share their expertise, guidance and unique perspectives with world-class athletes.
ABOUT
Scope of ADVOCATES’ Commitment
The Board of Advocates will support and help shape the efforts of the Union to create meaningful change in the working conditions of players in the WNBA, as well as provide insight and guidance in off-the court matters. The major areas of focus are:
General Advocacy
The opportunity to negotiate an all-new collective bargaining agreement will allow the players to make big decisions that impact their livelihood, health and safety, and overall well-being, not just as athletes but as working women, working moms. We may consult with board members from time to time to determine the best way forward during ongoing discussions.
Business Innovation (Marketing & Group Licensing)
The WNBPA has taken the initiative to launch a group licensing program with NFL Players Inc/REP Worldwide. Through licensing agreements, new player products have emerged in the marketplace. New partners have developed internships for interested players. The old method of doing business is changing and we’re excited about the potential. Companies are demonstrating their commitment in the prominence of women’s sports. Our goal is to raise the visibility of the union and the membership. We seek to accomplish that by creatively maximizing our exposure and engagement in future products and promotions.
Social Advocacy Initiatives (Activism & Philanthropy)
The members of the WNBPA are “more than basketball.” They use their platform and their collective voices to affect positive change in their communities. They have turned their words into action and turned player advocacy into player philanthropy by supporting organizations with a commitment to promoting girls and women in sports and science, protecting voting rights, and preventing gun violence.
#BetOnWomen: The Call to Action
Our rallying cry for players and working women across the country is Bet On Women. Through their contributions to their professions and community, the ADVOCATES have demonstrated that investing in women and girls is also an investment in families and communities.
THE ADVOCATES
![Picture of The Honorable Stacey Abrams](https://wnbpa.com/wp-content/uploads/2019/08/stacy-abrams.png)
The Honorable Stacey Abrams
Founder, Fair Fight and former Minority Leader, Georgia House of Representatives![Picture of Adrienne Becker](https://wnbpa.com/wp-content/uploads/2019/08/adrienne-becker.png)
Adrienne Becker
Co-Founder/CEO, Level ForwardChristine Cannella
Vice President, Global Corporate Communications & Investor Relations Officer, Del Monte Fresh Produce![Picture of David Cooper](https://wnbpa.com/wp-content/uploads/2019/08/david-cooper.png)
David Cooper
Adjunct Professor, NYU Preston Robert Tisch Global Institute of SportAlex English
Retired NBA Player and Naismith Basketball Hall of Fame Inductee![Picture of Sarah Flynn](https://wnbpa.com/wp-content/uploads/2019/08/sarah-flynn.png)
Sarah Flynn
General Manager, Thirty Five Ventures
![Picture of Sunny Hostin](https://wnbpa.com/wp-content/uploads/2019/08/sunny-hostin.png)
Sunny Hostin
Emmy-nominated co-host of The View and the Emmy-winning Senior Legal Correspondent for ABC News![Picture of Kathy Ireland](https://wnbpa.com/wp-content/uploads/2019/08/kathy-ireland.png)
Kathy Ireland
Chair, CEO & Chief Designer, kathy ireland® Worldwide![Picture of Sharlee Jeter](https://wnbpa.com/wp-content/uploads/2019/08/Sharlee-Jeter.png)
Sharlee Jeter
President, Turn 2 Foundation, Inc. and VP of Strategy & Development, Jeter VenturesJennifer Justice
Co-Founder, The Justice Department![Picture of The Honorable Stephanie Rawlings-Blake](https://wnbpa.com/wp-content/uploads/2019/08/Stephanie-Rawlings-Blake.png)
The Honorable Stephanie Rawlings-Blake
Former Mayor of Baltimore![Picture of Joyce Roche](https://wnbpa.com/wp-content/uploads/2019/08/joyce-roche-2.png)
Joyce Roche
Former President & CEO, Girls, Inc![Picture of Jerry Stackhouse](https://wnbpa.com/wp-content/uploads/2019/08/jerry-stackhouse.png)
Jerry Stackhouse
Vanderbilt Men’s Basketball Head Coach and retired NBA All-Star![Picture of Trisch Smith](https://wnbpa.com/wp-content/uploads/2019/08/trisch-smith.png)
Trisch Smith
Global Chief Diversity & Inclusion Officer/EVP, Edelman PR![Picture of Tamika Tremaglio](https://wnbpa.com/wp-content/uploads/2019/08/tamika-tremaglio.png)
Tamika Tremaglio
Greater Washington Managing Principal, Deloitte Financial Advisory Services![Picture of Brent Zachary](https://wnbpa.com/wp-content/uploads/2019/08/Brent-Zachary.png)