Dear Compete Sports Diversity Members,

Firstly, we are so grateful that you are entering 2023 as official members and partners of the Compete Sports Diversity Council. For us, this year is the year for our organization and all our members to have that BIG breakout year. To have a breakout year, you need change, and for us that is our biggest priority. This letter is to officially introduce two important changes to you, our Compete Sports Diversity family.

New Faces Bringing New Roles:

• Connor Shane, SDLT- Chief Operating Officer.

• John Deffee, SDLT- Vice President of Partnerships.

Connor and John are important pieces to the growth and development of Compete. Their experience in DEI, partners, and sports tourism, will allow our team to bring a higher level of service to members of the CSDC. They’ve also been key support players of Compete’s development.

When internal discussions about adding and filling new positions began, we wanted to make sure that we bring on board the right people who see the importance of fulfilling our mission and our vision. Connor and John both do that with extremely high passion and attention to detail. Adding Connor and John will create new opportunities with a primary focus on our members of the CSDC.

We’re excited for what lies ahead. And we’re even more excited that we get to share it with you, our family. •

DIRECTOR trayer@competenetwork.com