Laura Dixon Email & Phone Number

Austin, Us

United in Game Plan. Diverse in Council.

Guiding sports business leaders to achieve their goals for impact.Author of Dallas World Cup 2026 Human Rights Plan https://www.dallasworldcup2026.com/dallas-2026/human-rights-plan/

New York, Ny, Us

San Antonio, Texas, Us

#NationalTeamofTexasSan Antonio Spurs | Austin Spurs | San Antonio FC | Spurs Give | AT&T Center | Toyota Field --> Email ldixon@attcenter.com to partner with Spurs Sports and Entertainment or any of our brands. Corporate strategist responsible for building and improving Spurs Sports and Entertainment’s internal and external stakeholder relationships key to the success of our people, partners, community and global initiatives. Strengthen and advance SSE’s mission in providing leadership excellence in sports, entertainment and social impact through managing 1) legislative and regulatory affairs 2) business development and 3) strategic business interests beyond San Antonio.Currently serving on Race Action Committee and Innovation Task Force.

San Antonio, Texas, Us

Founding Executive Director, Silver & Black Give BackCreated Corporate Social Responsibility StrategyEstablished a 7M endowment for youth sports programmingBuilt the management teams for both the Foundation and Social Impact divisions. Cultivated internal support though cross functional engagement – both horizontal and vertical. Established a vision, long-term strategic plan, succession plan and sustainable business model for both business units. • Governance and Board of Directors management • Created and branded an all-staff volunteer program for 350 employees.• Funded a 5M endowment for the Spurs Youth Basketball League (serves 10k kids/year.)• Designed, implemented and invested 1.5M in a p16 service learning program across 24 school districts. • Piloted Project Management for the organization. • Established metrics to track and measure efforts.• Led internal teams through strategic planning, goal alignment and growth management planning.• Managed staff responsible for social impact, fundraising, NBA initiatives, donations, staff engagement, youth programs, nonprofit and community partnerships, events, and current or retired player programming. • Advised players and senior executives on personal social impact and philanthropic ventures.

Washington, Dc, Us

The U.S. Department of State and espnW Global Sports Mentoring Program, the flagship component of the Empowering Women and Girls through Sports Initiative, pairs emerging women leaders from around the world with top American female executives in the sports industry. This program develops new lasting relationships and a global network of women and girls who strive to create positive change in their home communities through sports. The U.S. Department of State’s Global Sports Mentoring Program builds on America’s global commitment to advance the rights and participation of women and girls around the world.

Co-Founder, Global GamesCo-Founder, Business School for CoachesClients included: Dallas Mavericks, Conference USA, Dallas ISD, Wylie ISD, Prime Time Sports, McClaren Sports, Chris Bosh, Daron Williams and Bill SelfVCS was a boutique sports management firm with a focus on providing off-the-court services, such as charity management, draft preparation and marketing, endorsement/book/speaking engagement negotiations and professional development for athletes and coaches. Key Accomplishments: Created and established Bill Self’s Basketball Boogie as a marquee charity event – generated $650,000 in first year of production. Received “Best Locally Created Event” Award from the NASC for the YES! (Youth Explore Sports) Expo. Negotiated publication of Bill Self’s first authorized biography. Established the SAT prep training program for the Chris Bosh Foundation – received NBA Community Service Award. Created the brand and served as deputy director of the Global Games international basketball tournament for 6 years (an NBA scouting event).

Achieved over 250% of sales goal annually. Managed and developed city and region wide economic development activities related to sports business, events and tourism. Partnered with local, state, national, and international sports organizations to bring and produce events in North Texas. Developed PR/CR campaigns for clients. Special projects: NFL Super Bowl, US Lacrosse Collegiate Championship, NJCAA Men’s National Tennis Championship, NJCAA Men’s and Women’s Basketball Regionals, Prime Time Sports National Championship, Big 12 Basketball Host Committee, Big 12 Football Championship, NCAA Men’s and Women’s Basketball Regionals, US Figure Skating Synchronized Championship.

Mba

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