Chicago White Sox to hold "Game Changers Summit: Empowering Voices for Social Impact" September 27

CHICAGO – The Chicago White Sox will hold _Game Changers Summit: Empowering Voices for Social Impac_t, presented by Modelo Especial and Saint Xavier University, at Guaranteed Rate Field on Tuesday, September 27 at 5 p.m.

Featuring a panel discussion centered around the important topics of diversity, equity and inclusion (DEI) in sports, registration for the free summit and networking reception is now open at whitesox.com/gamechangers.

The capstone of this year’s White Sox Game Changers artist series, the event will include a discussion with several emerging DEI thought leaders and top executives influencing change through sports. Moderated by Chicago sports reporter Dionne Miller, the conversation will cover a variety of topics, including the latest success and challenges related to DEI in sports, the evolving landscape of people and culture in sports, the importance of allyship, and what lays ahead for advancing the industry. Scheduled panelists include:

Billy Bean, _Senior Vice President, DEI at Major League Baseball_: As the only living, openly gay former MLB player, Bean has become one of the leading role models in sports and one of the most sought-after motivational speakers in the country. His current role serves at the fore of Major League Baseball’s efforts for fair and equitable workplace throughout all of baseball.

Ishwara Glassman Chrein, _President at Chicago Fire Football Club_: A highly accomplished business executive named to her role in May 2021, Glassman Chrein oversees all aspects of the Fire’s business operations. Prior to joining the Fire, she was the Head of Sports Partnerships and Business Development at Yahoo Sports / Verizon Media. Glassman Chrein is only the fourth woman in Major League Soccer history to serve as a club president.

Maria Sanchez, _Senior Associate AD/Chief Diversity & Inclusion at Northwestern University_: Spearheading diversity and inclusion efforts on the Northwestern Athletics’ senior staff, Sanchez oversees the department’s inclusion committee and serves as the director of Northwestern’s King NU P.R.I.D.E. Program designed to help students enhance leadership skills and celebrate diversity. Sanchez also manages the day-to-day operations of the department’s academic services and student development programs.

In addition to the panel discussion, the event offers attendees a networking reception with emerging sports leaders, exclusive White Sox photo opportunities, as well as a behind-the-scenes tour and interactive ballpark experience. Summit attendees also receive a special White Sox Swag bag.

In back-to-back seasons, the White Sox Game Changers series has supported and empowered Chicago’s underrepresented communities by showcasing compelling stories about sports and culture through the work of local artists who identify within the African American, Asian American and Pacific Islander (AAPI) and Latino communities. Following mural pieces created in 2021 by artists Asend™️, Edo and Murrz, this year’s artwork – created on pieces of the game – included home plate and base designs by Jeff Pak, Nikko Washington and MATR.

Since 2016, the Game Changers series has featured leading community voices in panel events and virtual discussions focused on creating meaningful change and empowering diverse community groups. Event programming has included “Latinos Reshaping the Sports Journalism Industry,” “The Legacy of Chicago’s Negro Leagues,” and “A Real Conversation on Challenges and Wins for Women Working in Sports,” among others.

For additional information on the Game Changers series and to register for _Game Changers Summit: Empowering Voices for Social Impac_t, visit whitesox.com/gamechangers.

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