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Boardroom is a sports, media and entertainment brand co-founded by Kevin Durant and Rich Kleiman and focused on the intersection of sports and entertainment. Boardroom’s flagship media arm features premium video/audio, editorial, daily and weekly newsletters, showcasing how athletes, executives, musicians and creators are moving the business world forward. Boardroom’s ecosystem encompasses B2B events and experiences (such as its renowned NBA and WNBA All-Star events) as well as ticketed conferences such as Game Plan in partnership with CNBC. Our advisory arm serves to consult and connect athletes, brands and executives with our broader network and initiatives.

Recent film and TV projects also under the Boardroom umbrella include the Academy Award-winning Two Distant Strangers (Netflix), the critically acclaimed scripted series SWAGGER (Apple TV+) and Emmy-nominated documentary NYC Point Gods (Showtime).

Boardroom’s sister company, Boardroom Sports Holdings, features investments in emerging sports teams and leagues, including the Major League Pickleball team, the Brooklyn Aces, NWSL champions Gotham FC, and MLS’ Philadelphia Union.

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Execs & Entrepreneurs March 12, 2025
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Boardroom Launches Exclusive Members Club

The new venture from Kevin Durant and Rich Kleiman will serve as an exclusive membership community designed to provide unparalleled networking and experiences for professionals across industries

Boardroom, the premier media brand co-founded by Kevin Durant and Rich Kleiman covering the business of sports and entertainment, announced today the launch of Boardroom Members Club, an exclusive membership community designed to provide unparalleled networking and experiences for professionals across industries. Applications for membership are open now with the club’s official launch in June.

“Boardroom Members Club is a natural extension of what we’ve built – a trusted platform that delivers unique access and insights that move the business of sports and entertainment forward,” said Rich Kleiman, CEO of Boardroom. “From the beginning we’ve heard that more people want access to our events and our network, and Boardroom Members Club answers that call and more by creating meaningful opportunities for building authentic relationships. If you’re looking to take your career in sports or entertainment to the next level or are looking to learn new things from a wide variety of industry stakeholders, this community is for you.”

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Emphasizing the power of personal connections and value-driven experiences, Boardroom Members Club will provide members with direct access to Boardroom’s elite network of industry leaders who are driving innovation across sports and entertainment. The membership experience includes:

  • Regular members-only networking events, featuring intentional, intimate programming designed to foster meaningful connections and collaboration.
  • Annual member conference, with an afternoon of impactful conversations, keynotes, and breakout sessions with industry thought leaders and experts.
  • Entry to Boardroom’s flagship events throughout the calendar year (including NBA/WNBA All-Star, US Open, Art Basel)
  • Access to Boardroom’s deep rolodex to cultivate relationships, gain exposure and develop industry-specific skills.
  • A selection of premium gifts and customized perks.

Boardroom Members Club boasts an elite Board of Advisors who will participate in and assist with programming curation. The inaugural Board of Advisors includes David Blitzer (Chairman, Blackstone Tactical Opportunities; Co-Managing Partner, Philadelphia 76ers/New Jersey Devils), Michael Strahan (former NFL star, broadcaster, & Co-Founder, SMAC Entertainment), CC Sabathia (former MLB star, Special Assistant to the Commissioner), Amber Sabathia (MLB agent & philanthropist), Michael D. Ratner (Founder & CEO, OBB Media), Taylor Rooks (Sports Media Personality), Larry Jackson (Founder & CEO, Gamma), Constance Schwartz-Morini (Co-Founder, SMAC Entertainment), Mark Ronson (9x Grammy-award winning producer/songwriter), Mike Levine (CAA Managing Director and Co-head, CAA Sports), and Justin Tuck (Managing Director, Goldman Sachs & former NFL star).

Sports media personality Taylor Rooks will both serve on the Board of Advisors for Boardroom Members Club and act as a strategic partner for Boardroom as a whole. As an ambassador for the club, Rooks will be deeply involved in event and member programming.

Said Rooks, “I’m beyond thrilled to join Boardroom in this new capacity and broaden my involvement with a company that has been home to some of my favorite multimedia stories and live events at sports’ biggest moments. Kevin Durant and Rich Kleiman have built something truly special—highlighting the intersection of sports, business, and entertainment in a way that pushes the industry forward. Boardroom represents everything at the heart of what I love about this business: relationships, knowledge, advancement, and opportunity. With Boardroom Members Club, we’re creating a space where real connections lead to real possibilities, and I’m excited to play a vital role in shaping a community that empowers the next generation of leaders.”

The new Boardroom Members Club will also complement the previously announced Chapter: Next program, created in partnership with Fanatics. The three-day professional development series empowers active and former players, along with their key associates, with essential business skills for success beyond the game. Participants in Boardroom and Fanatics’ Chapter: Next Athlete Immersion Program will receive complimentary access to Boardroom Members Club.

For more information about Boardroom Members Club or to apply, visit members.boardroom.tv.

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