Reimagining economic development | Chief Strategy & Innovation Officer @ World Business Chicago, a public-private partnership
?? #Chicago = the BEST #sports town in the world, because of our hometown WNBA (Women's National Basketball Association) team the Chicago Sky WNBA! ?? On behalf of all of us at World Business Chicago: congrats Chicago Sky WNBA, led by Operating Chair & CoOwner Nadia Rawlinson, on the groundbreaking of their new #Chicagoland performance center! ??? Located adjacent to the Wintrust Sports Complex, the nearly $40 million facility, 40,000+ square feet will include: two regulation sized #WNBA courts, private facilities for the players, player lounges, high tech film room, advanced training room, private chef’s kitchen, locker rooms, secured parking, content creation studio, and more. ? My good friend Nadia Rawlinson said it best: “We could not be more excited to announce a practice facility that will raise the bar on athletic performance, set the standard for player amenities, and support our players with exceptional resources built exclusively for them. Living in downtown Chicago will also give Sky players the opportunity to experience all of the benefits of our world class city.” ?? Chicago Sky WNBA is one of the league’s premier brands, one of the most valuable teams in the WNBA, led by one of the most diverse ownership groups. It’s been incredible watch the phenomenal growth, investment, and innovation of the #WNBA via the #Skytown organization. Nadia is the visonary architect behind the Chicago Sky WNBA’s strategic business initiatives, bringing incredible energy in establishing and growing corporate partnerships, and increasing the organization’s civic engagement and investments. I’m a big believer that Chicago Sky WNBA and our local sports organizations represent some of our most valuable assets when it comes to building a global #proChicago brand. The WNBA is booming (viewership, new fans, new digital channels, corporate investment, etc), and Chicago Sky WNBA is core and critical for the league’s growth and long-term success. Investing in #womensports = MASSIVE ROI for #Chicagoland. ?? Learn more via link in comments. ?? The Village of Bedford Park, #Chicagoland ??: Marquee Sports Network