W.E. ARE NEXT

Fueling the Next Generation of (W)omen (E)xecutives in Sports

Through immersive sessions, executive coaching, applied leadership development, and direct engagement with industry executives and mentors, participants will deepen their leadership capabilities, strengthen their influence, and gain the tools to lead with clarity, confidence, and impact. Grounded in neuroscience, organizational psychology, and real-world leadership application, W.E. Are Next is intentionally designed to help participants grow both personally and professionally.

More than a program

W.E. Are Next is part of a larger movement connected to Indiana Sports Corp’s 2050 Vision to establish Indiana as the global epicenter of sport and the women’s sports capital of the world. This initiative is focused on building a long-term leadership pipeline for women shaping the future of sports, business, innovation, and culture. Across eight immersive sessions and a collaborative cohort experience, participants will join a growing network of leaders committed to creating lasting impact in the industry.

Applications are closed for the class of 2026-27 and current applications are being reviewed. 

This program is facilitated and coached by Bloombase.

100 Women | 5 Years | One Bold Legacy

We’re Building a Movement. Are YOU In?

W.E. ARE NEXT is fueling the rise of 100 Women Executives in sports by 2030. This isn’t just a target—it’s a pipeline for decades to come. We’re building a legacy that starts in Indianapolis and reverberates throughout the sports industry.

For over 40 years, Indy has been the city that crowns champions. Now, we’re shifting the spotlight to the women who lead those champions behind the scenes—the ones driving vision, building teams, shaping culture, and creating impact that lasts long after the final buzzer.

In partnership with Bloombase, we’re investing in the women who make championships possible. This is more than a milestone—it’s a movement to fuel leadership in sports and spark the innovation needed to shape the next generation of champions.