Black In Sport (BIS) is delighted to announce its strategic partnership with On in 2024, marking the beginning of a collaborative journey committed to celebrating and creating more opportunities through sport. As the first move in this impactful partnership, BIS and On will be launching the "BIS is On" series, a dynamic event lineup designed to inspire and empower young people within the sports industry.  

The "BIS is On" series features three intimate panel events at the On store in London's Spitalfields Market, aimed at connecting young sports enthusiasts and professionals for networking and insights from the experiences of seasoned sports professionals.

Ladi Ogunmekan, Co-Founder & CEO of Black In Sport, expressed:

“We are excited to be partnering with one of the world’s fastest growing sportswear brands, On, in 2024. The 'BIS is On' series is our first joint initiative and we believe it will serve as a catalyst for positive change by providing a platform for dialogue, inspiration, and connection within the sports community. BIS is about inspiring the next generation of sports leaders through storytelling and community and it’s amazing to have support from On as we continue to empower young people from underrepresented backgrounds for a more inclusive sports future.”

Sahra Kaboli-Nejad, Head of Diversity, Inclusion and Social Impact at On, commented:

“We recognise the opportunity we have to drive change amongst our communities and increase safety, access, and inclusion within movement. Black in Sport is a great example of an innovative community that is inspiring the next generation to achieve their potential.

Stay tuned for the "BIS is On" series and be on the lookout for more events from BIS and On in 2024.

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