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Catersource + The Special Event
March 2-5, 2026
Los Angeles Convention CenterLos Angeles, CA
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Winning Plays: Women Leaders Driving Sports & Hospitality Forward

Brandy Thigpen  (Host City Director, Los Angeles, FIFA World Cup)
Brittany Bertalotto  (Sales Manager, Stadium Rentals, Dodgers365)
Adeja Spain  (Manager, Partnership Management, Hollywood Park (SoFi Stadium, YouTube Theater, American Airlines Plaza))
Mandy Bianchi  (Director, Event Venue Management & Sport, LA28 Olympic & Paralympic Games/Bianchi Productions)
Location: 411
Date: Wednesday, March 4
Time: 10:15 am - 11:00 am
Pass Type: All Access, Combined CS/TSE Conference Pass, TSE Conference Pass - Get your pass now!
Track: E-Leadership & Professional Development, E-Event Planning
Associations & Accreditations: CSEP-approved
Vault Recording: TBD
Audience Level: All
Brandy Thigpen
Brittany Bertalotto
Adeja Spain
Mandy Bianchi
CSEP

Los Angeles is poised to become the global epicenter of sports and hospitality, with mega-events like the FIFA World Cup, Super Bowl, NBA All-Star Game, and the 2028 Olympics on the horizon. But beyond the stadium lights and world-class fan experiences, a powerful shift is happening behind the scenes: women are stepping up, leading, and redefining what it means to create unforgettable moments on and off the field.


Join moderator Mandy Bianchi, founder of Bianchi Productions and a dynamic leader in experiential and large-scale events, as she leads an inspiring, candid, and fun discussion with powerhouse women shaping the future of sports and hospitality. Featuring Brandy Thigpen (FIFA Host City Director – Los Angeles), a LA28 Planning Committee member, and representatives from the Dodgers, Hollywood Park and more, this panel will spotlight personal stories, career journeys, and lessons learned in navigating traditionally male-dominated spaces.


Get ready to be inspired, challenged, and empowered as these trailblazers share how they're making history and paving the way for the next generation of leaders.