Speaker Series presented by TCS

Join us for an exclusive evening of insight, connection, and celebration as we bring together two of San Diego’s premier sports organizations, San Diego FC and San Diego Wave FC, for a dynamic panel discussion highlighting their remarkable growth and success ahead of soccer's biggest year in 2026.

Hear directly from Ricardo Campos, EVP of San Diego FC, and Emily Neenan, Chief Business Officer of San Diego Wave FC, as they share behind-the-scenes perspectives on building high-performing clubs, driving community engagement, growing fan bases, and shaping the future of professional sports in San Diego. This conversation will explore leadership, strategy, and the business decisions that have fueled momentum and what we should expect in the coming year as we look ahead.

Whether you work in sports, events, marketing, or simply love San Diego sports, this is a can’t-miss opportunity to learn from two industry leaders who are helping define what success looks like in a competitive sports market.

Event Schedule
4:00 – 4:45 PM | Happy Hour & Networking
Kick off the evening by connecting with fellow professionals over drinks and conversation.

4:45 – 5:45 PM | Panel Q&A
An engaging, moderated discussion followed by audience Q&A with Ricardo Campos and Emily Neenan.

Come network, learn, and be inspired by the leaders driving San Diego’s soccer success.