Nona Lee is the Executive Vice President and Chief Legal Officer of the Arizona Diamondbacks, where she’s worked for nearly two decades. Nona is also a member of Chief, a private membership network focused on connecting and supporting women executive leaders. Before joining the Arizona Diamondbacks, Nona was the Vice President and Associate General Counsel for the Phoenix Suns and an Associate at Gallagher & Kennedy and Meyer Hendricks. She is active in the sports industry and community, serving on the board of directors for the Sports Lawyers Association. Additionally, she serves on the board of the National LGBTQ+ Bar Association, as well as its membership and diversity and inclusion committees.

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How has the sports industry evolved over the years, and how can we continue to improve its future?

Nona Lee, who has been in the industry for almost 20 years, has seen firsthand the changes that are shaking up the world of sports. Early in her career, Nona didn’t have the opportunity for professional mentorship — because there weren’t any women in seats of power. As the industry evolves, Nona and other advocates for change are calling for more diverse leaders to foster greater opportunity and inclusion for everyone.   

In this episode of the Sports Up podcast, Meredith Syms sits down with Nona Lee, the Executive Vice President and Chief Legal Officer for the Arizona Diamondbacks, to talk about diversity and transformation in the sports industry. Nona discusses the importance of being a continuous learner, how she dealt with unconscious biases throughout her career, and her advocacy for more diverse leadership in the sports world.