Better Futures Institute

Episode 13 - Part 1 Meet Jenny Carnes, a Leader Transforming San Antonio Through Sports ?? From Intern to CEO: The Story of Jenny Carnes In this episode of the Better Futures Series, we sit down with Jenny Carnes, President & CEO of San Antonio Sports, to talk about her journey from intern to leader of one of the city’s most impactful organizations. Under her leadership, SA Sports has expanded its youth programs, major sporting events, and economic impact, ensuring that sports create lasting change in San Antonio. ?? Watch this episode and learn how sports, leadership, and community engagement go hand in hand. #BetterFutures #SanAntonioSports #LeadershipInAction #CivicEngagement #BuildingBetterFutures #SportsForChange #STEAM #WomenInSports #SanAntonio Presented by Rob Wicall Alberto Gomez Isassi, PhD Creative Production: The Down Market Mary Ullmann Japhet

Coming Soon to the Better Futures Series! Jenny Carnes, CEO of San Antonio Sports, joins Rob Wicall to discuss the power of sports in transforming communities—from youth programs to major events that put San Antonio on the global stage. Stay tuned for this exclusive conversation on leadership, impact, and the future of sports in San Antonio! #BetterFutures #SanAntonioSports #ComingSoon #BuildingBetterFutures #CivicEngagement #LeadershipInAction #SportsForChange #SanAntonioInnovation Alberto Gomez Isassi, PhD Mary Ullmann Japhet Stephanie Guerra Rob Wicall

Redefining San Antonio’s Identity Through Fashion ?? “Why not San Antonio? We don’t have to be known as the underdog. A city with so much culture can also lead in innovation and creativity.” In this episode of the Better Futures Series, Saige Thomas shares her journey in helping reshape San Antonio’s identity through Texas Fashion Week. Despite local skepticism, international designers and global media have embraced the city’s creative vision, proving its potential on a larger scale. ?? Watch now to learn how leaders like Saige are building a better, more innovative future for San Antonio. Saige Thomas Rob Wicall #BetterFuturesSeries?#CivicEngagement?#TexasFashionWeek?#Entrepreneurship?#SanAntonioInnovation

I’m excited to announce that I’ve secured an internship in the Better Futures Institute Fall 2024 Civic Tech Scholars Program! I’ll be joining an incredible group of forward-thinking leaders dedicated to driving social impact through technology, data, and research. Over the next few months, I’ll be working alongside my cohort on innovative projects that tackle real-world challenges right here in San Antonio. Learn more about our work at https://lnkd.in/eYXnzhWJ

I’m excited to announce that I’ve secured an internship in the Better Futures Institute Fall 2024 Civic Tech Scholars Program! I’ll be joining an incredible group of forward-thinking leaders dedicated to driving social impact through technology, data, and research. Over the next few months, I’ll be working alongside my cohort on innovative projects that tackle real-world challenges right here in San Antonio. Learn more about our work at https://lnkd.in/gycDj_-B

I’m excited to announce that I’ve secured an internship in the Better Futures Institute Spring 2025 Civic Tech Scholars Program! I’ll be joining an incredible group of forward-thinking leaders dedicated to driving social impact through technology, data, and research. Over the next few months, I’ll be working alongside my cohort on innovative projects that tackle real-world challenges right here in San Antonio. Learn more about our work at https://lnkd.in/gcq9Hpiq

I'm thrilled to announce that I've been selected as a Spring 2025 Civic Tech Scholar at Better Futures Institute! I’m excited to collaborate with passionate leaders and work on innovative projects that bridge technology and community impact. A huge thank you to Adrian Arevalo for ensuring such a smooth application process—I truly appreciate the support! Looking forward to the journey ahead. Learn more about our work at Better Futures Institute at https ://https://lnkd.in/dH-eAhDv

I’m excited to share that I’ve been selected for the Spring 2025 Civic Tech Scholars Program at Better Futures Institute! I’ll be joining an inspiring cohort of changemakers working on data-driven projects that aim to make a positive impact in our community. Learn more about our work at https://lnkd.in/gdB34GqF Thank you to Adrian Arevalo for making this application process as smooth as possible, and I am looking forward to making an impact in our community!

Last Monday and Saturday, I volunteered with Arca Continental Coca Cola at the San Antonio Stock Show & Rodeo ??. Huge thank you to Better Futures Institute for providing us with this opportunity, as a previous BFI intern I had a great experience volunteering with an incredible team while promoting the importance of recycling. ????

Part 2 with Saige Thomas ?? From Military Life to San Antonio Fashion “I started shooting fashion shows, and it brought me back to my first love, design.” Saige Thomas, President of Texas Fashion Week, reveals how a camera and a bold decision turned into a journey of leadership and creativity. Her work reflects the power of community and innovation in creating meaningful change for San Antonio’s creative future. #BetterFuturesSeries #STEAM #TexasFashion #Innovation #Entrepreneurship