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SUMMER COHORT · NOW OPEN

The right introduction changes everything.

Arena is the only private network for leaders across sports, media, and entertainment with weekly curated introductions. No cold outreach or wasted time.

$199/year · Applying is free · 30-day guarantee
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In The Arena: WNBA All-Star Weekend
July 24 · Chicago, IL
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CURATED INTROS

Every Monday, three people worth knowing.

Matched to your experience, function, and goals. See their full profile, why we think you should meet, and decide with one tap.

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STAY IN TOUCH
2 follow-ups this week.
Rachel Cho
Founder · Sideline Media
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Lena Ortiz
Brand Marketing Director · Nike
Tomorrow
YOUR NETWORK

Relationships that compound over time.

Track connections, follow up on introductions, and watch your industry network grow — all in one place.

Follow-up reminders Connection history One-click scheduling
MEMBER EVENTS

The rooms where the industry gathers.

Private dinners, All-Star gatherings, and curated events throughout the year. See who's attending before you go.

Curated networking Industry gatherings
Jul
24
Live matching
In The Arena: WNBA All-Star Weekend
Chicago, IL
Jun
26
Salon dinner
The Greenroom: live-sports producers
New York, NY · Casa Cipriani
Jun
30
Breakfast
Women shaping media
Los Angeles · Soho House
MEMBERSHIP CRITERIA

Who's in the room.

Every application is reviewed by our team.

Member experience is our #1 priority.

Industry Professionals

Manager-level to C-Suite, currently working in-house for an established sports, media, or entertainment brand.

Brand Leaders

Leaders from established brands that actively partner or activate within sports, media, or entertainment.

Athletes

Current or former professional athletes actively building, investing, or creating within sports, media & entertainment.

Leaders across all disciplines
Partnerships Marketing Revenue Content Community Events Growth Performance Data Talent Representation Human Resources Legal Finance Technology Strategy Innovation
300+
Organizations represented
70%
Influence revenue & partnerships
20%
VPs to C-Suite executives
90%
Based in major markets

All members must be currently living and working in the U.S. or Canada.

New York · Los Angeles · Chicago · D.C. · Boston · Miami · Atlanta · Philadelphia · San Francisco · Las Vegas · Phoenix · Dallas · Portland · Toronto

EVERY WEEK, ALL YEAR

Arena member benefits.

$199/year · Applying is free · 30-day guarantee

Vetted network
Leaders in sports, media & entertainment
3 curated intros weekly
Personalized just for you
In-person events
Invites to industry events, select cities only
Virtual networking events
Members-only
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Up to one week a month — you're always in control
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FIRST 30 DAYS

Your first month inside.

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WEEK 0 · AUGUST 17
Admissions Day

All applicants receive an update on their application status on Aug. 17. If accepted, you'll have a limited enrollment period to activate your Arena membership by Aug. 21.

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WEEK 1 · AUGUST 24
Orientation & First Intros Drop

Orientation day for the new summer cohort — meet your fellow members and learn how Arena works. This is also when your first curated intros drop, matched to your experience, function, and goals.

2
WEEK 2 · AUGUST 31
Match Management Workshop

How to move from introduction to real relationship. The members who get the most out of Arena know how to manage match opportunities — this is where you learn.

3
WEEK 3 · SEPTEMBER 9
Graduation

The Summer cohort was your entry point. Graduation is your unlock — access to the full member network, IRL industry events, and rooms that extend well beyond this cohort.

The cohort is your way in. What comes after is everything.

Members on the network.

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My matches have truly exceeded my expectations — they've evolved into genuine, active relationships.

Marisol Villegas
Sr. Director, Integrated Marketing · Paramount
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Arena has given me a chance to connect with people from a wide range of roles I wouldn't have otherwise.

Jim Guthrie
AVP, Brands & Properties
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I've built a mini-community that's been fruitful in terms of leads, career opportunities, and mentors.

Trebor Goodall
Manager, Athlete Partnerships · Fanatics

The network where the right people meet.

Arena makes the introductions that move sports, media, and entertainment forward.

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