C-Sweet LA Chapter Event
The Power Play: Women Executives Redefining Sports Leadership
Tuesday, April 29th, 5:30 - 8:00 PM PT
The Conference Room Restaurant and Bar
12181 Bluff Creek Dr. Suite A1
Playa Vista, CA 90094
Join us for an inspiring event dedicated to celebrating and empowering women leaders in the sports industry. This dynamic conference brings together influential female executives from various sectors of sports, including management, marketing, media, and athletic organizations.
Experience an evening filled with delicious appetizers, exclusive cocktail tastings featuring Uncle Nearest Whiskey, and a selection of fine Kobrand wines. Sip on premium whiskey and wine while networking with fellow professionals in a relaxed and inviting atmosphere. It’s the perfect blend of flavor, conversation, and connection!
Stay tuned for more details—don’t miss this empowering opportunity!
Complimentary for C-Sweet members. Non-member tickets - $69.
Meet the Panelists
Stacy Johns
Chief Business Officer at Los Angeles Football Club (LAFC) and President at Grasshopper Football Club Zurich
Stacy Johns is the Chief Operating Officer of LAFC Partners, LLLP (LAFC), which owns and operates the Los Angeles Football Club in Major League Soccer (MLS), winners of the 2024 U.S. Open Cup, 2022 MLS Cup and 2019 and 2022 Supporters’ Shield. She also oversees all operations and events at BMO Stadium, which has become a premier entertainment venue in Los Angeles. She was named a 2023 Game Changer by the Sports Business Journal and 2024 CFO of the Year by the Los Angeles Business Journal. During her tenure, both LAFC and BMO Stadium have received numerous awards, including being ranked as the most valuable club in MLS by both Forbes and Sportico (rising from $475M to $1.2B), recognized as Entrepreneur of the Year by Ernst & Young, and named to Pollstar’s Top 5 in Worldwide Concert Sales, and to Billboard ‘s Top 20 Global List of Best Stadiums For Touring.
In her current role, Stacy is responsible for a number of revenue generating verticals, data strategy, IT, and people operations, while retaining oversight of finance and accounting departments, including coordination of fiscal planning, accountability, and strategy across all segments of the business, which she had in her role as LAFC’s Chief Financial Officer. Stacy oversees the club’s international operations, serving as the President of the Board of Directors of Grasshopper Club Zurich and Managing Director of FC Wacker Innsbruck, as well as playing a critical role in Red & Gold Football, LAFC’s joint venture for global player development with FC Bayern Munich. Stacy was recently elected to the European Club Association (ECA) Board.
Liliana T. Pérez-Palacios
Sr. Director of Cultural Affairs at Los Angeles Chargers
Liliana T. Pérez-Palacios serves as the Senior Director of Cultural Affairs at the Los Angeles Chargers, where she is responsible for fostering long-lasting relationships with Southern California’s diverse economic, cultural, and social sectors. She drives cross-functional alignment of internal divisions to optimize benefits for corporate partners and fans alike.
Liliana attended California State University, Northridge (CSUN), and brings 25 years of experience in the public sector. She has had the privilege of serving under six Speakers of the California Assembly and in various administrations, including those of Villaraigosa, Nunez, Bass, Atkins, Perez, and Rendon, as well as Governor Gray Davis. She is also the founder and owner of PODEROSA INC. A firm believer that "my network is my net worth," Liliana values keeping her connections simple, meaningful, and always strives to leave an indelible mark.
In July 2023, Liliana was appointed by Los Angeles City Mayor Karen Bass to serve as a Commissioner of the El Pueblo Historic Monument, the birthplace of the City of Angels. In August 2023, she was elected President of the El Pueblo Commission, affectionately known as La Placita or Olvera Street. It is an honor for her to serve her city as a volunteer.
Tamala Lewis
Senior Director, Community Affairs & Foundation at AEG
Tamala Lewis is the Senior Director of Community Affairs for AEG's Dignity Health Sports Park. In this position she oversees the public/community service, charity events, Summer Concert Series, and the creator of the Women in Entertainment Luncheon.
Tamala has been with AEG for over 21 Years. In this position she has received several awards and honors such as: Special Congressional Recognition Awards, National Association of Black Female Executives in Music & Entertainment (NABFEME) Stiletto finalist Award “Rising Star Executives to Watch”, Fabulous Women of Los Angeles Honoree, Imani Corporation’s Maximize Your Potential Award Honoree, Who’s Who in Black Los Angeles 2008, 2009 and 2010, 2014 Boys & Girls Club of America's National Service to Youth Award, 2015 Outstanding Women Honoree, 2015 Carson Chamber of Commerce Community Award, 2017 AEG Service Award, 2018 AEG Service Award, 2019 L.O.V.E. Sisterhood Women Impact Award, 2020 Comerica Bank and LA Lakers Woman of Business Award, 2020 Boys and Girls Club of America’s National Service To Youth Award, Boys Girls Club of Carson 2020 Champion of Youth Award, 2021 Torrance Catalyst Award, 2022 U.S Women’s National Soccer Team Ambassador, 2022 Women of Influence Luncheon “Inspirational Award”, 2023 Unsung Hero Woman of the Year Award, 2024 Legacy Trailblazer Hall of Fame Award from California Black Women’s Collective Empowerment Institute to name a foundation at AEG
Meet the Moderator
Wendy Fletcher CPA/CA
Chief Financial Officer at Los Angeles Football Club (LAFC)
Wendy Fletcher leads the finance team at Los Angeles Football Club, where she works closely with the COO (Stacy Johns – panelist for this event), ownership, co-presidents, and leadership to establish financial goals across multiple lines of business. She drives accountability and continuously seeks revenue growth and expense management opportunities to achieve profitable growth for the organization. Wendy feels privileged to build a legacy at an organization that unites and brings joy to the city of Los Angeles.
A seasoned finance leader, Wendy has developed expertise across diverse industries, including sports, entertainment, consumer products, and technology. She brings a wealth of expertise in strategic financial management, organizational transformation, and risk management, positioning teams for sustained financial growth and success.
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