Building A Better Financial Future: The Players Company x Operation HOPE
California – April 22, 2026 Financial literacy is more than a conversation; it’s a foundation for long-term success. In celebration of Financial Literacy Month and Green Socks Day (April 30th), The Players Company partnered with Operation HOPE to host Building A Better Financial Future, a sports and business summit focused on empowering athletes and communities […]
Innovation in Culture: A Look Inside Sports, Tech & Venture Experience @ Art Basel 2025
Miami, FL – December 5, 2025 During Art Basel Miami, The Players Company brought together athletes, founders, funders, tastemakers, and cultural icons for the second annual Sports, Tech & Venture Experience, celebrating the intersection of sports, arts, innovation, culture, and capital. Hosted in collaboration with Culture House and Plain Sight and set against DUA Miami’s […]
Icons in Action: A Look Inside WNBA All-Star Weekend 2025
Indianapolis, IN – July 17–19, 2025 During WNBA All-Star Weekend, The Players Company brought a powerful slate of events to Indianapolis, celebrating the intersection of sports, culture, capital, and community. From the Sports, Tech, and Venture Summit—hosted in partnership with Plain Sight, Be Nimble, and Sixty8 Capital—to our flagship event, Hoops & Icons, the weekend […]
Momentum in Motion: A Look Inside the JP Morgan Sports & Business Mixer
Venice, CA – July 2025 Last week marked an exciting milestone – the launch of our inaugural Sports & Business Mixer in partnership with JP Morgan, hosted in the vibrant heart of Venice, California at the Lighthouse Campus.Bringing together over 40 athletes, financial leaders, business and entertainment professionals, this invite-only event sparked honest conversations and […]
Mudita Venture Partners: VC Firm Bets on Founders Solving Unsexy Problems
The venture capital world is often dominated by hype — buzzy sectors, slick pitch decks, and founders who know how to work a room. Mudita Venture Partners plays a different game. They’re investing in overlooked industries. Founders solving unsexy, real-world problems. Businesses built on cash flow, not just charisma. And they want athletes to get […]
How Tariffs Affect Pro Athletes (Your Biggest Opportunity Yet?)
Most athletes don’t wake up thinking about tariffs. But here’s the truth: the decisions made in Washington and abroad don’t just hit factories and shipping companies—they hit locker rooms, training rooms, and very soon, your bank account. Last week, on April 6, the U.S. announced sweeping tariffs on goods from basically every country on Earth. […]
Chris Copeland: Basketball Star Pivoting to Entrepreneurship (and how you can, too)
After years of playing in the NBA and overseas, Chris Copeland transitioned into entrepreneurship. He recently founded Cope Collective, a company designed to help businesses grow by leveraging his extensive network and expertise. Chris pairs brands (from startups to big companies) with influencers to acquire leads, experts to solve specific problems, and even support with […]
Budgeting for Athletes: Income During Offseason
For athletes, managing money during the offseason can be tricky. Your income often isn’t steady throughout the year, especially if you’re not getting paid while you’re not actively playing. Understanding how to budget during these irregular income periods is key to setting yourself up for long-term financial stability. The Reality of Irregular Income Unlike most […]
Jock Tax: Multi-State and International Tax Obligations for Athletes
For pro athletes, taxes can mean hundreds of thousands of dollars (even millions!) over the course of your career. As you travel for games, you earn income in multiple states. This makes your taxes extra complicated. It may be tempting to throw your hands up and accept whatever tax burden you may receive as inevitable. […]
Fixing Event Network: How James Chapman Built an Events Business From Scratch
If you’ve ever attended a networking event that felt like a waste of time, you’re not alone. Too often, attendees leave without meaningful connections, and sponsors struggle to see ROI. James Chapman saw this problem firsthand—and turned it into a business. As the founder and CEO of Plain Sight, James built a platform that helps […]