Renie Anderson is the Executive Vice President and Chief Revenue Officer of the NFL, overseeing the league’s consumer facing revenue side of business, including sponsorships, new businesses, consumer products, and sales of the NFL’s media assets. Anderson has worked on historic league partnerships with global brands like Lululemon, Sony, Toyota, Apple Music, and more. She is also a strong advocate for increasing opportunities for women in football, working closely with the Commissioner to support and elevate female leaders across the league.

@calbrown17

Callie Brownson is the Senior Director of High Performance & National Teams at USA Football and a trailblazer across all levels of the sport. She became the first full-time female football coach at the Division I level when she joined Dartmouth College as Offensive Quality Control Coach in 2018. In 2020, she made history again — this time with the Cleveland Browns — as the first woman to coach an NFL position group, serving as acting Tight Ends Coach during a win over the Jacksonville Jaguars. With USA Football, Brownson selects, trains, and leads the U.S. Men's and Women's National Teams that represent the country on the world's stage, including when flag football makes its Olympic debut in Los Angeles in 2028.

@sdmraiders1

Sandra Douglass Morgan — the President of the Las Vegas Raiders — became the first Black and Asian woman to serve as an NFL team president when she was appointed in 2022. A seasoned leader across sports, law, and public policy, she has built a career marked by barrier-breaking accomplishments and community impact. As president, she has spearheaded initiatives like the Las Vegas HBCU Classic, bringing greater visibility and opportunity to HBCU programs on a national stage.

@dianaflres33

Diana Flores is Mexico’s star flag football quarterback and a global ambassador for the sport. A national team standout since her teens, she has led Mexico to back-to-back gold medals at The World Games and helped elevate the program into a global powerhouse. Flores’s dedication to the game was amplified after starring in an iconic Super Bowl commercial in 2023, and she has become a leading voice for gender equity and youth empowerment in sport. As an NFL Flag Ambassador and head of the IFAF Athletes’ Commission, she is shaping the future of flag football ahead of its Olympic debut at LA28.

Carlie Irsay-Gordon is the Owner and CEO of the Indianapolis Colts, leading the team with a hands-on approach that has helped transform the franchise into a playoff contender. She joined the Colts organization in 2008, representing the team at NFL meetings and serving on multiple league committees before assuming ownership alongside her sisters following their father’s passing. Known for her sideline presence, headset on, notepad in hand, she actively engages with coaches and staff to optimize team operations, redefining league ownership as one of the most active and visible female owners in professional football.

Edy Lawson-Jackson and Samira Jackson are rewriting the playbook as the NFL’s first mother-daughter agent team. Representing NFL talent including Packers cornerback Nate Hobbs, Falcons defensive lineman Demone Harris, Panthers defensive tackle Popo Aumavae, and Dolphins linebacker Cameron Goode, the duo brings a complementary set of skills to the table: Lawson-Jackson draws on her bodybuilding background to guide athletes in training and nutrition, while Samira leads on digital branding to elevate their online presence. Together, they are creating space for Black women in sports representation — mentoring aspiring agents, opening doors at major events, and proving that success in this industry doesn’t require you to follow the traditional path.

@ojthejuice03

Odessa “OJ” Jenkins is a pioneering coach, executive, and CEO of the Women’s National Football Conference (WNFC). A former world-class running back who helped lead Team USA to multiple world championships, Jenkins transitioned into coaching and ownership to co-found the Texas Elite Spartans and later the WNFC, breaking new ground as the first women’s tackle football league backed by global brands. The winningest head coach in the sport’s history with a 91–5 career record and seven national titles, she has been instrumental in accelerating progress in women’s football. Beyond the field, Jenkins’s work is rooted in advancing equity, representation, and opportunity for women in sport, business, and beyond.

@meganbjulian

Megan Julian is the Vice President of Digital Marketing and Social Media for the Los Angeles Chargers. Their social team is known for their viral schedule announcements, inspired by everything from Minecraft and Sims to anime and stock footage. Julian and her team have their finger on the pulse of their audience, connecting fans with their favorite athletes through innovative, engaging content across social media platforms.

@kristinjuszczyk

Kristin Juszczyk is a self-taught designer and co-founder of the sportswear brand Off Season, whose custom game-day creations have been worn by stars like Taylor Swift and Simone Biles. Catapulted into the spotlight after Swift sported one of her signature puffer jackets in 2024, Juszczyk has since expanded her design footprint with official collaborations across the NFL, WNBA, and now the NBA. Known for her innovative outerwear and fan-forward approach, she is redefining sports fashion and building Off Season into one of the most exciting new brands in the industry.

@jennifer.king5

Jennifer King played over a decade in the WFA, winning multiple championships with the Carolina Phoenix before entering the coaching ranks. She made history in 2021 as the first Black female full-time coach in the NFL with the Washington Commanders and later worked with the Chicago Bears. At the same time, last summer she served as a sideline reporter for the WNFC title game. This year, King returned to North Carolina Central as an offensive analyst, working with wide receivers.

Lisa King has been the Commissioner of the Women’s Football Alliance (WFA) for more than fifteen years. A former athlete herself, King played soccer at Bucknell University before joining the WFA, where she became a nine-time All American, #4 in all-time receiving yards (4779), and won two silver medals with the U.S. National Flag Football team in the World Championships. As the WFA Commissioner, she is working to develop a thriving professional league and expand opportunities for women playing football.

@vanitakrouch4

Vanita Krouch is the most decorated flag football athlete of all time. As quarterback of the U.S. Flag Football team, she is 33-1 in her international career and has led the team to four gold medals, including three consecutive IFAF World Championship titles. Driven by her “pay it forward” motto, Krouch now stands at the forefront of flag football’s Olympic debut — continuing to trailblaze as she pursues her dream of representing Team USA at the LA28 Games.

Stephanie Kwok serves as Vice President, Head of Flag Football at the NFL, where she leads the league’s strategy to grow the sport across the U.S. and around the world. She oversees initiatives to expand youth participation, build pathways for athletes through high school, NCAA, NAIA, and junior college programs, and strengthen partnerships with flag football clubs nationwide. Kwok also played a key role in collaborating with the International Federation of American Football to secure flag football’s inclusion in the Olympic Games in Los Angeles.

@agentnicolelynn

Nicole Lynn is President of Football at Klutch Sports Group and one of the most influential agents in professional sports. She represents NFL stars including Jalen Hurts, Quinnen Williams, Myles Garrett, Will Anderson Jr., and Bijan Robinson. Lynn first connected with Hurts by sending an Instagram DM – a move that led to a career-changing partnership for both of them. In 2023, she made history by negotiating Hurts’ massive $255 million contract extension, the richest deal in the NFL at the time. The first Black woman to represent a top-three NFL Draft pick and a Super Bowl starting player, Lynn’s career is driven by a belief that elite representation should be accessible, empowering, and transformative.

@scarlensays

Scarlen Martinez is the Founder and CEO of Maven Strategy Group, a consulting firm that leverages sports to drive social impact. Maven operates at the intersection of athlete development, community engagement, and global sports diplomacy, partnering with NFL teams, athletes, brands, and institutions in the U.S. and internationally.

An international speaker on sports diplomacy, Scarlen has led initiatives at the Super Bowl, international NFL games, and the NFL Draft, using the sport as a platform to foster cultural exchange and build community.

She led The Huddle Abroad: NFL Madrid Edition, a sports diplomacy initiative that brought together key stakeholders from the US and Spain. Scarlen supports the NFL International Player Pathway Program, guiding international athletes as they enter the U.S. sports ecosystem. She has worked with 20+ NFL teams, advising clubs and educating players on philanthropy, community impact, and sports diplomacy—helping football serve as a force for impact.

@dajour.j.miles

DaJour Miles is a wide receiver for the Chicago Winds in the WNFC and one of the league’s fastest-rising stars. A former University of Tennessee track athlete who won silver in the 4x400 relay at the 2024 Division I Outdoor Championships, she was discovered at WNFC tryouts and quickly transitioned her elite speed to the football field. In her rookie season, Miles dominated the league, earning Rookie of the Year, leading the WNFC in touchdowns and points, and breaking records for both yards and touchdowns.

@samrap10

Sam Rapoport is a longtime football executive whose work has fundamentally reshaped opportunities for women in football. With more than two decades in the game, she worked on the creation and implementation of the NFL Women’s Forum: a huge initiative that helped transform the league from having virtually no women coaches or scouts in 2017 to now employing women in coaching and scouting roles across all 32 teams. A former quarterback and lifelong football advocate, Rapoport extends her impact beyond the field as host of the NFL podcast Earnin’ It: The NFL’s Forward Progress, where she tells the stories of women in the NFL who are breaking "grass" ceilings.

@phoebe_schecter

Phoebe Schecter is a trailblazer in England’s American football world, becoming the first British female NFL coach and a driving force behind the growth of flag football in the U.K. A former Great Britain captain in tackle football and a standout international flag player, she has built a multifaceted career as an athlete, coach, analyst, and ambassador since first discovering the sport after moving to England in 2012. Now a key figure shaping flag football’s future, Schecter is pursuing her own Olympic dream for LA28 while continuing to elevate the sport on and off the field.

@adriennethe10

Adrienne Smith is a two-time world champion with Team USA (2010, 2013), making history in 2010 by scoring the first-ever touchdown in international women’s tackle football. A dominant wide receiver for the Boston Renegades, she’s a six-time WFA national champion, a ten-time All-Star, and the league’s all-time leader in receiving yards. Smith is also a standout in flag football, earning three silver medals with the U.S. national team and helping lead the growth of football via Blitz Champz, the football card game she invented for ages 7 and up, that is officially licensed by the NFL.

@sarahthomasofficial

Sarah Thomas made history in 2015 when she became the NFL’s first full-time female official. A former college basketball player, Thomas has broken down barriers in officiating her whole career. Before she reached the NFL, she was the first woman to officiate a college bowl game, the 2009 Little Caesars Pizza Bowl, before advancing through NFL preseason assignments and into a full-time role. In 2019, she became the first woman to officiate an NFL playoff game, and two years later, the first to work a Super Bowl as the down judge for Super Bowl LV.

@haleyvanv

Safety Haley Van Voorhis became the first woman who was not a kicker or punter to appear in a NCAA college football game. Van Voorhis, a junior at Shenandoah University in Winchester, VA, entered the game against Juniata College during a Division III game. Van Voorhis stepped onto the field during the first quarter and registered a quarterback hurry, which led to an incomplete third-down pass by Juniata quarterback Calvin German. Now, she plays in the WFA for the D.C. Divas.

Ashton Washington was the first full-time female scout in Chicago Bears history and is one of just 12 women working as scouts in the NFL. She began her career in football with roles in the XFL and collegiate programs at Illinois and Texas Tech before joining the Bears as a scouting assistant in 2021, earning a promotion to Player Personnel Coordinator the following year. In her current role, she evaluates professional and college talent, prepares reports for major league events, and helps shape the team’s roster while breaking barriers for women in NFL front offices.

@callenamwilliams

Callena Williams was the first Black woman to be hired as an NFL team photographer. Her passion for photography began in high school and college in North Carolina, leading to an internship with the Miami Dolphins. After graduation, she captured images for the Carolina Panthers before joining the Dallas Cowboys, where she has worked for the past four years.