On February 5th, 2025, the Bria Janelle Foundation and PGA REACH Georgia joined forces to host the Leaders & Legends Panel & Mixer at Fire Maker Brewery in Atlanta for an unforgettable gathering on National Girls and Women in Sports Day, bringing together many visionary women and men committed to the future of the golf industry. Proceeds from the event benefit Her Shot Golf, the 6-week program committed to transforming the face of golf by empowering young Women of Color through strategic partnership between the Bria Janelle Foundation and PGA REACH Georgia.
To begin the night, a dynamic mixer allowed attendees to network, share insights, and build meaningful relationships with professionals in the golf industry and beyond. The atmosphere buzzed with excitement as women and men from diverse backgrounds came together to discuss the future of women in sports, exchange ideas, and forge partnerships that would propel the movement forward.
For the second half of the evening, Bria Janelle, moderator & founder of Her Shot Golf, kicked off the panel. The panel consisted of incredibly powerful women within the sports industry; Nikki Barjon, founder of BRXND Sportsplex, Georgia PGA Secretary, Elizabeth Clarkson, PGA Member of The Chimneys in Winder, and Cameron Dinkins, the PGA WORKS Lead for PGA of America. Each woman shared invaluable experiences navigating the challenges of being a woman in the sports industry and their journeys of resilience and determination in the golf industry continues to inspire future generations of women professionals, proving that the road to success is paved with both perseverance and support.
With a theme centered on empowerment, visibility, and opportunity, the event set the tone for the year ahead with a powerful combination of panel discussions, networking opportunities, and insightful keynotes. The Leaders & Legends Panel focused on the evolving role of women in sports, particularly in golf, and highlighted the monumental strides being made by those championing diversity, equity, and inclusion.