Carolyn Tisch Blodgett

Carolyn Tisch Blodgett is a sports executive, investor, and entrepreneur recognized for her leadership in women's professional sports. As CEO and founder of Next 3, Tisch Blodgett oversees investments and management of assets across sports, media, and entertainment. Her portfolio includes interests in teams, leagues, and sports technology companies such as Gotham FC, TGL and Los Angeles Golf Club, LOVB, Transmit.Live, and Jackpot.com. She is also a co-owner of the New York Giants, contributing to the organization's engagement with modern fanbases, evaluation of emerging technologies, and international expansion.

Before focusing on sports ownership and investment, Tisch Blodgett developed a career in brand marketing. She began in digital marketing at Digitas, working with American Express, then moved to PepsiCo, where she managed the Mountain Dew commercial business and led the launch of MTN DEW KICKSTART, which generated annual retail sales exceeding $300 million. At Peloton, Tisch Blodgett served as head of global marketing, building and leading the company's brand and marketing teams. During her tenure, Peloton experienced significant revenue and sales growth and expanded its product offerings with the launch of Peloton Tread and Peloton Digital, as well as international expansion into the United Kingdom, Canada, and Germany.

Tisch Blodgett serves as governor and lead owner of Gotham FC, guiding the club to multiple NWSL Championships, a CONCACAF Champions Cup title, and a top-three finish in the FIFA Women's Champions Cup. Under her leadership, Gotham FC has achieved growth in fan attendance, revenue, and on-field performance, including securing league-record sponsorship agreements. She serves on the NWSL board of directors and was selected as the first chair of the executive committee.

Tisch Blodgett has overseen significant milestones for Gotham FC, including setting a New York City women's sports attendance record with a sellout at The Queens Classic at Citi Field, the first women's sporting event at the venue and the first NWSL match in New York City. Gotham FC is set to play at New York City FC's Etihad Park, and, along with a new training facility in Whippany, New Jersey, this marks the largest infrastructure investment in the club's history. Tisch Blodgett's vision for Gotham FC focuses on building a global brand and establishing the New York/New Jersey region as a center for women's soccer.

Tisch Blodgett is a frequent speaker on sports business, having appeared at forums including the MIT Sloan Sports Analytics Conference and Aspen Ideas Festival. She offers insights on the business growth of women's sports, drawing from her experience as a marketer and sports owner, as well as her advisory role with the New York Giants. Her expertise spans brand transformation, sports investment, and the intersection of sports, business, and culture.