We, The Game Changers

Hosted by Beth Knox, president and CEO of the Seattle Sports Commission, We, The Game Changers series amplifies the unique leadership journeys of people disrupting the status quo and offers insights, inspiration, and actionable advice for anyone looking to grow their leadership skills. Whether you're an aspiring leader or a seasoned professional, this series will leave you feeling empowered and ready to make a difference. This episode features sports equity advocate and entrepreneur Jen Barnes. As the founder and CEO of Rough & Tumble, the world’s first company purpose-built to promote gender equity in sports viewing and fandom, Jen has positioned Rough & Tumble as a leader in the women’s sports sector and is celebrating that sports fandom is for everyone.

Jen’s passion for gender equity in sports and business is grounded in over 25 years of building vibrant, award-winning companies — and in her own experience as an athlete and avid sports fan. In addition to founding Rough & Tumble, Jen has partnered with NWSL players and WNBA owners to launch Salmon Bay FC, a pre-professional women’s soccer team in the United Soccer League, expanding opportunities for Washingtonian women athletes and fans alike.

Jen was recently named one of Seattle’s 25 Most Influential People and honored by Seattle Reign FC as a Legend for her lasting contributions to the women’s sports industry.

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Hosted by Beth Knox, president and CEO of the Seattle Sports Commission, We, The Game Changers series amplifies the unique leadership journeys of people disrupting the status quo and offers insights, inspiration, and actionable advice for anyone looking to grow their leadership skills. Whether you're an aspiring leader or a seasoned professional, this series will leave you feeling empowered and ready to make a difference. This episode features Seattle City Attorney Ann Davison. A mom, teacher, volunteer, and ever-evolving leader, Ann Davison came to Seattle to join the Seattle SuperSonics front office in 1996. She attained a law degree in 2004 and had her own private practice until entering the public service realm, being sworn in as Seattle City Attorney in 2022. As City Attorney, Davison is the lead prosecuting attorney for Seattle and provides legal counsel and representation to the City of Seattle, including the executive, legislative, and judicial branches. City Attorney Davison shares how sports influenced her leadership voice, how she navigates disruption, and what keeps her motivated.

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Welcome to We, the Game Changers hosted by Beth Knox, president and CEO of the Seattle Sports Commission. This series amplifies the unique leadership journeys of people disrupting the status quo and offers insights, inspiration, and actionable advice for anyone looking to grow their leadership skills. Whether you're an aspiring leader or a seasoned professional, this series will leave you feeling empowered and ready to make a difference. This episode features Amy Griffin and Mary Harvey, two icons in women’s sports. As members of the US Women’s National soccer team, they won the first-ever FIFA Women’s World Cup back in 1991. Today, their leadership journeys have steered them into human rights advocacy. They’re looking to change the game of soccer by reducing risks to athletes and increasing the positive impact.

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Welcome to We, the Game Changers hosted by Beth Knox, president and CEO of the Seattle Sports Commission. This series amplifies the unique leadership journeys of people disrupting the status quo and offers insights, inspiration, and actionable advice for anyone looking to grow their leadership skills. Whether you're an aspiring leader or a seasoned professional, this series will leave you feeling empowered and ready to make a difference. This episode features Maya Mendoza-Exstrom, Chief Business Officer of Reign FC and one of the leading ladies of soccer in the Pacific Northwest. She’s helped bring the 2026 FIFA World Cup to Seattle, and as a mom, a daughter and a lawyer, she’s focused on building bridges to leadership for future generations.

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