Beth Knox is the President and CEO of Seattle Sports Commission, which attracts and hosts premier sports events in the Greater Seattle Region. With 35 years of event production experience, she has organized large-scale, special events as a producer and consultant in the sports and live entertainment industries. Beth has received numerous awards and recognitions, including the Puget Sound Business Journal Woman of Influence. Before Seattle Sports Commission, she held leadership roles in iconic event productions like the Special Olympics 2018 national competition.
In this episode…Women face tremendous retaliation when breaking into male-dominated industries. This can lead to imposter syndrome and feelings of inadequacy. How can you break the glass ceiling and challenge the status quo?
As a trailblazing leader in sports and live entertainment, Beth Knox has broken gender barriers and cultivated strong community connections. Women often hold themselves to high standards and believe that others are more equipped for a particular role. Instead of reinforcing these negative ideas, Beth recommends trusting your skills and abilities to channel your energy into productive endeavors.
In this episode of the Lead Like a Woman Show, Andrea Heuston welcomes Beth Knox, the CEO of the Seattle Sports Commission, to talk about making history in male-dominated careers. Beth emphasizes embracing challenging opportunities, staying true to yourself, and creating a lasting legacy.