About this Event
“Built First: How Legacy Is Created,” A Conversation with Dawn Staley
Sponsored by Ally Financial
Thursday, May 28, 2:15 pm - 3:30 pm
New World Center - Performance Hall
Legacy is built when you go first – before permission, before proof, before anyone else sees what you see. This fireside chat brings together three powerful examples of going first: Dawn Staley's championship legacy as an Olympian, Hall of Famer, and head coach who's built her career on her own terms. ABFF's 30-year commitment to Black cinema when the industry wouldn't make space. And Ally's early leadership in women's sports and financial wellness before it became a trend. We'll explore the courage to move first, the clarity to stay aligned, and the conviction to create lasting impact – because legacy isn't built when it's easy; it's built when you're the only one who believes it's possible.
Panelists: Dawn Staley
Moderated by: Jack Howard, Head of Money Wellness, Ally Financial
ABFF Sports Track
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Event Venue & Nearby Stays
New World Center, 500 17th Street, Miami Beach, United States
USD 53.82
