"Forbes has unveiled its first-ever Most Powerful Women in Sports list, spotlighting 25 women who are transforming one of the world's most influential industries - from athletes and owners to investors, executives and innovators. Presented in partnership with Ally Financial, the new annual ranking celebrates the female leaders driving growth, innovation and equality across the global sports economy. Among those recognised are Gayle Benson, owner of the NFL's New Orleans Saints and NBA's Pelicans;"
"The list's debut reflects a historic shift in women's sport. Audiences for women's competitions are rising sharply, sponsorships and media rights are commanding record premiums, and professional team valuations are reaching unprecedented levels. "Forbes has long chronicled leadership and influence across business and society, and sports has become one of the most compelling arenas where both are being redefined," said Moira Forbes, Executive Vice President at Forbes."
A first-ever list names 25 women reshaping the global sports industry across roles including athletes, owners, investors, executives and innovators. Honorees include team owners (Gayle Benson, Michele Kang), breakout athletes (Caitlin Clark), and investor-entrepreneurs (Serena Williams). The ranking, presented with Ally Financial, spotlights leaders driving growth, innovation and equality across the sports economy. Rising audiences for women's competitions, record premiums for sponsorships and media rights, and surging team valuations underline the sector's historic momentum. Honorees work across dealmaking, capital allocation, front-office talent development and audience amplification to expand opportunities and commercial value for women's sport.
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