The Importance of CILAR at the GLORY Sports Summit 2024

August 9, 2024

The GLORY Sports Summit 2024 was a celebration of the dynamic intersection of sports, culture, and business, bringing together a diverse group of influential figures from across the industry. In this setting, the presence of the Coalition of Innovation Leaders Against Racism (CILAR) was not just symbolic but essential.

CILAR’s participation demonstrates the commitment to this event fostering inclusivity and addressing systemic barriers within the sports industry. With a focus on creating tangible change, CILAR’s presence at the summit highlighted our ongoing efforts to elevate underrepresented voices, particularly those of BIPOC professionals, in spaces where decisions shape the future of how sports are facilitated.

As sports continue to evolve, embracing diversity and inclusion is crucial for innovation and growth. CILAR’s initiatives, such as enhancing diversity within leadership roles and supporting BIPOC entrepreneurs, resonate deeply within the sports community, where the impact of diversity extends far beyond the field. The involvement of social impact innovators in events like the GLORY Sports Summit not only amplifies the importance of inclusivity but also ensures that the conversation around equity and representation remains at the forefront.

Our team’s participation continues to drive the conversation forward, advocating for a sports industry that not only celebrates talent but also embraces diversity as a core element of its success. The GLORY Sports Summit was a powerful platform for these discussions, and CILAR’s role in these dialogues reinforces their position as a leading force for change in both the sports and broader business communities.

Author: Tristan Morris
Tristan Morris is a program development professional at CILAR, sharing tools and resources to support diversity and inclusion in tech and innovation. Follow him on LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/in/tristan-a-morris/