Sports Executive & Leadership Expert; CEO of Women Leaders in College Sports; Authority on Collegiate Athletics
Patti Phillips Biography
Patti Phillips is a sports executive and leadership expert known as the chief executive officer of Women Leaders in College Sports, a national organization dedicated to advancing and supporting women in collegiate athletics. In this role, Phillips has expanded the organization’s reach, developed professional programming, and positioned it as a central hub for advocacy, education, and networking for women athletic administrators and coaches. Her transition from coaching to executive leadership reflects a practical understanding of team dynamics, performance, and the landscape of college sports.
Before leading Women Leaders in College Sports, Phillips worked as a college basketball coach and athletics professional, developing players, building team culture, and managing athletic programs. Drawing on this experience, she is a frequent speaker on leadership, gender equity in sports, and organizational culture, addressing university departments, athletic conferences, and industry events. Phillips often discusses how lessons from athletics—such as resilience, preparation, accountability, and communication—apply to effective leadership in sports administration.
As CEO, Phillips has overseen initiatives including leadership academies, national conventions, and mentoring programs that support women in athletics as they advance into senior and executive roles. She is regularly featured in panels, podcasts, and media interviews focused on college sports, pathways for women leaders, and the importance of diverse perspectives in decision-making. Under her leadership, Women Leaders in College Sports has become a platform for elevating women’s expertise and visibility in an industry historically dominated by men.
Phillips is recognized for her speaking engagements, where she shares insights from her coaching career and offers strategies for leading through change and navigating complex institutions. She addresses the challenges women face in advancing within athletics leadership and emphasizes mentorship, networking, and continuous learning as tools for career development. Her combination of coaching experience and executive leadership informs her perspective for audiences seeking practical guidance in sports leadership.
Throughout her career, Phillips has advocated for strong, inclusive leadership as essential to the integrity of college athletics. By supporting the growth of women professionals and modeling collaborative, values-driven leadership, she has contributed to a more equitable environment for athletics directors, conference commissioners, and coaches. Her impact, industry presence, and commitment to empowering others establish her as an authority in collegiate athletics and sports leadership.
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