Las Vegas in July has become the official NBA playground with its Summer League games and NBPA and Legends Conferences all happening under the infamous city lights.During this time, the NBWA presents its annual Summer League Retreat in July. The retreat consists of a Board Retreat, business sessions for its members, membership engagement activities, including a signature brunch for members and guests, including NBA players, corporate sponsors, community partners and the most influential leaders and dignitaries in Las Vegas.
Friday, July 11
Breakfast and Lunch are served
Business Workshops – Rose Meeting Room 12
9:00 AM – 4:00 PM
Dive into a dynamic series of interactive sessions designed to elevate your business and personal brand. Topics include financial wellness, philanthropic giving, entrepreneurship, aligning spending with life’s purpose, and branding and
storytelling. These workshops are curated specifically for the NBWA community — expect real conversations, actionable insights, and a judgment-free zone to learn and grow.
Conversation & Cocktails
5:00 PM – 6:00 PM
Enjoy a cocktail while fellowshipping with NBWA members.
Saturday, July 12
Community Service Project
9:00 AM – Noon
Join us as we give back to the Las Vegas community through a hands-on service initiative that aligns with NBWA’s mission of empowerment and impact. Together, we’ll make a meaningful difference while deepening our connection to the city and each other.
Annual Membership Meeting – Primrose
Lunch is served
1:00 PM – 2:00 PM
Get updated on the state of the organization, celebrate our progress, and help shape the future of NBWA. This is an important time to engage, contribute, and share your voice.
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The NBWA presents its annual Summer League Retreat! The retreat consists of a Board Retreat, business sessions for its members, membership engagement activities, including a signature brunch for members and guests, including NBA players, corporate sponsors, community partners and the most influential leaders and dignitaries in Las Vegas.
Game-Changers: Off the Field
NFL Wives Association and National Basketball Wives Association Launch National Partnership with Inaugural Youth Sports Giveback in Las Vegas
Both organizations team up for the first time ever to empower youth through sports, starting with a free girls basketball clinic during NBA Summer League
Las Vegas, NV – For the first time in history, the Off the Field NFL Wives Association (OTFNFLWA) and the National Basketball Wives Association (NBWA) are joining forces to launch a nationwide collaboration focused on youth empowerment through sports. Their inaugural community service project — a free
basketball clinic for girls in grades 2–8 — will tip off Saturday, July 12, 2025, in Las Vegas during the NBA Summer League.
In partnership with the Boys & Girls Club of Southern Nevada, the clinic is designed to promote confidence, teamwork, leadership, and fun for young girls of all skill levels. This event marks the beginning of a multi-city initiative where both organizations will host sports-focused youth engagement activities across the country.
“We’re more than just wives of athletes – we’re doctors, lawyers, moms, mentors, and community builders. Sports and education opened doors for our families, and now we want to help open those same doors for the next generation using our Road to the LA 2028 Olympics Campaign. If even one child walks away from
our events feeling inspired, confident, and seen, then we’ve done something truly special,” said Tenisha Patterson Brown, Esq., President of OTFNFLWA.
“This partnership reflects our shared belief that sports can open doors and change lives,” said Sabrina Galloway, President of the National Basketball Wives Association. “By coming together, we’re modeling what sisterhood, service, and strategic impact look like. We’re excited to kick this off in Las Vegas and
expand to more cities.”
Participants Will Enjoy:
- Expert-led basketball drills and interactive games
- Free breakfast and lunch
- Giveaways, and prizes
- A chance to meet inspiring women from the world of pro sports
Event Details
What: Free Youth Girls Basketball Clinic
Who: Open to girls entering 2nd–8th grade (all skill levels welcome)
When: Saturday, July 12, 2025 | 9:00 AM – 11:00 AM
Where: James Boys & Girls Club of Southern Nevada, 2530 East Carey Avenue, North Las Vegas, NV 89030
Cost: FREE
This first-of-its-kind collaboration between two leading women’s sports organizations sets the stage for long-term impact through youth-focused programming in cities nationwide. More joint initiatives will be announced in the months ahead.
About Off the Field NFL Wives Association
Off the Field NFL Wives Association (OTFNFLWA) is the official NFL wives association, a national nonprofit organization comprised of the wives, partners, and significant others of current and former NFL players. Founded in 2006, the organization is committed to supporting charitable causes, empowering women and families, and strengthening communities through service, leadership, and philanthropy. Off the Field’s signature programs focus on promoting sisterhood, serving our communities and supporting our NFL community.
Learn more at www.offthefieldnflwa.org
About the National Basketball Wives Association
The National Basketball Wives Association (NBWA) is a nonprofit organization composed of the spouses and significant others of current and former NBA and WNBA players. Rooted in sisterhood, service, and legacy, NBWA supports women and families through programs focused on economic advancement, education, community development, and youth empowerment. Through year-round initiatives and partnerships, NBWA is committed to using its platform to create meaningful, lasting change in communities across the country.
Learn more at www.nbwassoc.org
About the Boys & Girls Clubs of Southern Nevada
For over 60 years, the Boys & Girls Clubs of Southern Nevada (BGCSNV) has been a trusted community institution, serving more than 6,000 youth annually, ages 4 1/2-18, across 13 strategically located clubs throughout the region. Providing safe and inclusive environments for kids and teens to go before school, after school, on holidays and during the summer, BGCSNV provides access to opportunities that support their great futures. Boys & Girls Clubs of Southern Nevada remain steadfast in their mission and strive to empower young people to realize their full potential as productive, caring, and responsible citizens.
Learn more at www.bgcsnv.org
Meet Our Workshop Presenters
of the 2025 Summer League Retreat
Mikkela Sweet, Executive Vice President, Enterprise Trust,
A Lido Company
Mikkela Sweet is an attorney and executive leader with a proven track record of working with high-net-worth individuals, families, and their businesses. Mikkela currently serves as Executive Vice President of Enterprise Trust Company, a Lido Company, spearheading the company’s growth and operational development. She formerly served as the President of Peninsula Bay Trust Company, Inc., and as Vice President and Senior Trust Officer for the Northern California Region of Fiduciary Trust Company International, a wholly owned subsidiary of Franklin Templeton
Anna Roberts, Senior Manager, MothWorks at the Moth
Anna Roberts is the Senior Manager of MothWorks at the Moth. She has designed and led storytelling workshops and events for clients including lululemon, Google, The Chicago Bulls, TelevisaUnivision, AstraZeneca, Daughters of the Movement, and more. Raised by artists and educators, she is driven by progressive action, equity, and amplifying the perspectives of women and historically marginalized communities.
Stasia Washington, Managing Director, Senior Wealth Manager, Lido Advisors
As managing director, Stasia Washington is responsible for guiding families, nonprofits, and private foundations in all aspects of financial asset management. She has over twenty-five years of combined experience in non-legal trust services, investment management, philanthropy, and family governance, including her most recent role as Senior Vice President at First Foundation Advisors from 2013 to 2023. Whether advising philanthropic leaders or assisting families through life’s changes, Stasia is a visionary passionate about connecting people, resources, and information.
Chloe Salmon, Producer and Director, MothWorks at the Moth
Chloe Salmon is a story Director, a host of The Moth Radio Hour, and an editor of the New York Times bestselling anthology, A Point of Beauty: True Stories of Holding on and Letting Go. She has set the stage for hundreds of stories to be told to audiences all over the world in her near-decade at The Moth, and finds great joy in the work of helping people to craft tales of their individual and common humanity.
Alexys Feaster, Founder & CEO, The Kinship Advisors; Partner & Producer, Visibility Media
Alexys Feaster is an award-winning strategist and changemaker with 20 years of experience guiding athletes, entertainers, and brands toward impact that outlives applause. As Founder of The Kinship Advisors, she coaches high-profile clients to lead in business and in community. Feaster has built enduring legacies for NBA All-Stars—including two-time Olympic gold medalist Jrue Holiday—while amplifying women’s voices as Executive Producer of the podcasts NETLIFE with Dawn Staley and TEA with A’ja Wilson & Napheesa Collier. A former NBA Player Development executive hailed as “the NBA’s Other Coach,” she’s empowered 450-plus players beyond the game. Feaster is also a partner at Visibility Media, with her first film, Hoops, Hopes & Dreams premiering at the 2025 Sundance Film Festival.
Elana Hansen, Founder, SWIM
Elena Hansen is an entrepreneur and educator specializing in social media. She founded SWIM Social, a full service social media agency, in 2015 and has worked with some of the most recognizable brands and talent in the world. Select clients include: Houseplant by Seth Rogen, Revival Tour by Selena Gomez, NBA All-Star Mike Conley and Good Guys Finish First, Erewhon, Alfred Coffee, Dear Moon with SpaceX, Halle Berry, and Jay Ellis. As an educator, she teaches Social Media Strategy at the University of Southern California Marshall School of Business. Visit www.swimsocial.com to learn more.
Shea Curtain, Financial Advisor, Global Sports & Entertainment Associate Director, Morgan Stanley
Shea Curtin is a Financial Advisor at Morgan Stanley Wealth Management in Aventura, Florida. She has been in the Financial Services industry for 17 years and at Morgan Stanley for 10 years. As an Associate Sports & Entertainment Director with Morgan Stanley’s Global Sports & Entertainment Division, she is able to deliver specialized financial services and solutions to veteran and emerging talent in the sports and entertainment industries. Shea takes a holistic approach to Portfolio Management with her clients by incorporating their values system with Sustainable Investment Solutions, which add long-term value while making a positive social and environmental impact in the world.
Ara Talkov, Financial Advisor, Global Sports & Entertainment Associate Director, Morgan Stanley
Ara Talkov brings years of financial service experience as well as extensive training and a competitive mindset to her team at Morgan Stanley. Her primary focus is creating highly customized wealth management strategies for athletes, entertainers and their families. She enjoys problem-solving and is passionate about helping her clients put together creative solutions based on their financial goals. As a designated Global Sports and Entertainment Associate Director and a former collegiate athlete, she brings a rare perspective to the personal and professional financial planning needs of sports executives and athletes.
Christina Schatz, Financial Advisor, Global Sports & Entertainment Director, Morgan Stanley
Christina Schatz is one of only a relative handful of Morgan Stanley Financial Advisors to receive the firm’s Global Sports and Entertainment Director designation. She built her practice advising not only athletes and entertainers, but entrepreneurs, professionals, and other successful people with complex finances. She has a deep understanding of the unique challenges that actors, writers and other creative people face when planning for financial security and her focus goes far beyond investing to encompass virtually every aspect of her clients’ financial lives to become an integral, collaborative part of their broader team.
Akiel White, Director of Business Development, Morgan Stanley Global Sports & Entertainment
Akiel White is an Executive Director and Director of Business Development for the Global Sports & Entertainment (GSE) division at Morgan Stanley Wealth Management. He joined the firm in 2013 and has worked in different capacities throughout his tenure. Transitioning from the firm’s Branch Analyst program, Ahkiel joined the Private Bank as an Associate Private Banker, and now leaders Financial Education programming, partnerships, and the Unsecured Draft lending program for GSE.
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of the 2025 Summer League Retreat
