THE WHARTON
SPORTS BUSINESS SUMMIT
Founded in 2017, the Wharton Sports Business Summit is spearheaded by the Wharton Undergraduate Sports Business Club (WUSBC) with the support of the Wharton Sports Analytics and Business Initiative (WSABI).
As part of the 2022 Wharton Sports Business Summit, students, journalists, and faculty alike gathered in the auditorium-style classrooms at The Wharton School’s Huntsman Hall to hear from prominent sports voices, including Philadelphia 76ers player Tobias Harris, Milwaukee Bucks co-owner, Marc Lasry, and a parade of esteemed alumni currently working in sports.
Morning Fireside Chat with Marc Lasry, Co-Owner of the Milwaukee Bucks
Closing Fireside Chat with Tobias Harris, Professional Basketball Player, Philadelphia 76ers
WSBS Continues Its Winning Streak
As part of the 2022 Wharton Sports Business Summit, students, journalists, and faculty alike gathered in the auditorium-style classrooms at The Wharton School’s Huntsman Hall to hear from prominent sports voices, including Philadelphia 76ers player Tobias Harris, Milwaukee Bucks co-owner, Marc Lasry, and a parade of esteemed alumni currently working in sports.
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Speakers
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Marc Lasry
Co-Owner, Milwaukee Bucks; Co-Founder and CEO, Avenue Capital Group
![Harris](https://wsb.wharton.upenn.edu/wp-content/uploads/2022/09/Harris.png)
Tobias Harris
Professional Basketball Player, Philadelphia 76ers
![Eric Babitz](https://wsb.wharton.upenn.edu/wp-content/uploads/2022/09/Eric-Babitz.png)
Eric Babitz
Manager of Baseball Operations, Milwaukee Brewers
![Kristin Connelly](https://wsb.wharton.upenn.edu/wp-content/uploads/2022/09/Kristin-Connelly.png)
Kristin Connelly
VP of Global Branding, Activision Blizzard Esports
![Dean Costalas](https://wsb.wharton.upenn.edu/wp-content/uploads/2022/09/Dean-Costalas.png)
Dean Costalas
Director of Analytics, Philadelphia Union
![Allison Doran - Round](https://wsb.wharton.upenn.edu/wp-content/uploads/2022/09/Allison-Doran-Round.png)
Allison Doran
Corporate Development Manager, Playfly Sports
![Sabrina Hannam 2](https://wsb.wharton.upenn.edu/wp-content/uploads/2022/09/Sabrina-Hannam-2.png)
Sabrina Hannam
CEO and Chairman, Boardswell
![Amanda Herald](https://wsb.wharton.upenn.edu/wp-content/uploads/2022/09/Amanda-Herald.png)
Amanda Herald
Vice President Marketing Strategy, NFL
![Ishveen Jolly](https://wsb.wharton.upenn.edu/wp-content/uploads/2022/09/Ishveen-Jolly.png)
Ishveen Jolly
CEO + Founder, OpenSponsorship
![Ani](https://wsb.wharton.upenn.edu/wp-content/uploads/2022/09/Ani.png)
Ani Kilambi
Assistant GM, Philadelphia Phillies
![Noah Klayman](https://wsb.wharton.upenn.edu/wp-content/uploads/2022/09/Noah-Klayman.png)
Noah Klayman
Business Development Manager, DraftKings, Inc.
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Fan-Hal Koung
Assistant GM, Philadelphia 76ers
![Seth Ladetsky](https://wsb.wharton.upenn.edu/wp-content/uploads/2022/09/Seth-Ladetsky.png)
Seth Ladetsky
SVP of Client Partnerships and Head of Digital Sales, Turner Sports
![Yadir Lakehal](https://wsb.wharton.upenn.edu/wp-content/uploads/2022/09/Yadir-Lakehal.png)
Yadir Lakehal
Data Scientist, Stats Perform
![Bruce Lefkowitz](https://wsb.wharton.upenn.edu/wp-content/uploads/2022/09/Bruce-Lefkowitz.png)
Bruce Lefkowitz
Founder and Principal, Six Pack Media, LLC
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Kelly Lewis
VP, TurnkeyZRG
![Matt MacDonald 2](https://wsb.wharton.upenn.edu/wp-content/uploads/2022/09/Matt-MacDonald-2.png)
Matt MacDonald
Assistant General Manager, Long Island Nets
![Carson Miller](https://wsb.wharton.upenn.edu/wp-content/uploads/2022/09/Carson-Miller.png)
Carson Miller
Managing Consultant, IBM Sports & Entertainment
![Will Misselbrook](https://wsb.wharton.upenn.edu/wp-content/uploads/2022/09/Will-Misselbrook.png)
Will Misselbrook
Chief Creative/Content Officer, Washington Commanders
![Nikhil Oza](https://wsb.wharton.upenn.edu/wp-content/uploads/2022/09/Nikhil-Oza.png)
Nikhil Oza
Director, Baseball Analytics, Big League Advantage
![Ella Papanek 2](https://wsb.wharton.upenn.edu/wp-content/uploads/2022/09/Ella-Papanek-2.png)
Ella Papanek
Quant Sports Trader, SIG
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Lauren Reiss
Strategic Partner Manager, Meta
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Sandra Richards
Managing Director of Sports & Entertainment, Morgan Stanley
![Kelly Schrader](https://wsb.wharton.upenn.edu/wp-content/uploads/2022/09/Kelly-Schrader.png)
Kelly Schrader
Associate Manager – Global Strategy and Innovation, NBA
![Ben Sosenko](https://wsb.wharton.upenn.edu/wp-content/uploads/2022/09/Ben-Sosenko-1.png)
Ben Sosenko
Chief of Communications, Overtime
![Halle Wilfe 2](https://wsb.wharton.upenn.edu/wp-content/uploads/2022/09/Halle-Wilfe-2.png)
Halle Wilf
Partner, WISE Ventures
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Susan Williamson
SVP of Business Operations, Harris Blitzer Sports & Entertainment
Special Thanks to Our Sponsor!
Morgan Stanley Global Sports & Entertainment: A division of Morgan Stanley Wealth Management dedicated to serving the unique and sophisticated needs of professional athletes and entertainers.
Wharton Undergraduate Sports Business Club
The Wharton Undergraduate Sports Business Club (WUSBC) aims to educate students on the world of sports business, build awareness of career & internship opportunities in the industry, and help students to reach those positions. On one of the most competitive campuses in the nation, we strive to be the inclusive and welcoming club, offering a great sense of community.