South Asians in Sports

SAIS is a global network of business professionals, athletes, coaches, entrepreneurs, analysts, marketers, lawyers, journalists, creatives and more thriving in the world of sports who come from the South Asian diaspora.

Join today to benefit from:

  • Insightful panel discussions with prominent South Asians working in sports
  • A platform to connect with like-minded professionals across the world, including searchable member directory and discord channel
  • In-person and digital networking opportunities
  • Access to a community to share experiences, insights, and opportunities
  • Mentorship from folks established in the sports industry
  • Updates on South Asians making waves in sports
  • Advocacy and promotion

Member Testimonials

We've made a big difference for our members

“There is strength in numbers. It has been great to see more and more Indians enter the industry and do so well. So much of this business and every business really is networking. If we can leverage our South Asian connections, that will lead to a host of benefits.”

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Sarbjit Singh
Assistant Professor - Sport Management, School of Business - Farmingdale State College

“South Asians in Sports provides unique access to individuals who have worked in some respectable positions in the sports & entertainment industry. It also allows you to grow your contacts and network with new faces in an informal setting.”

Aditya Jakatdar
Sales Manager - Advertising & Sponsorship, SPORTFIVE

“Frankly, I’d liked this page only because as a far far away cousin I wanted to contribute in whatever way I could and at that time little did I know that I was going to be pursuing a career in the field of sports. Now, after so many years of being a part of this group and constantly being abreast by latest articles,news about sports, I couldn’t have been happier about associating with the group. Of late, I also participated in your Mentorship Monday’s program as I would be moving to Canada by early next year. Although, my mentor Avish couldn’t proceed after the 1st session. This association and interaction left me feeling more confident, I felt like I have a family to fall back on in Canada. So really is actually an appreciation post, thank you for giving all of us this sense of community and belongingness, look forward to growing with fellow SAIS.”

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Chenar Kanagat
Marketing and Partnerships, Sports Boutique

“South Asians in Sports has introduced me to people I would not meet otherwise.”

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Neil Thakur
Regional Tennis Service Administrator and Representative, USTA

Some SAIS Events

  • Fall Happy Hour

    Fall Happy Hour

    Papillon NYC 22 E. 54th Street (At Madison)
  • International Insights, Zoom Discussion

    International Insights, Zoom Discussion

    Zoom

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Applications are still open for the Mentorship program! Be sure to review the mentors and apply with the link in our bio. Applications close on Friday! DM us if you have any questions 🤝🏽
Applications are still open for the Mentorship program! Be sure to review the mentors and apply with the link in our bio. Applications close on Friday! DM us if you have any questions 🤝🏽
15 days ago
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Deepika decided she wanted to work in sports after graduation and got to work quickly. She moved to HOU (a place she’d never been), used her network and is now the Manager, Member Experience with the Detroit Pistons. She reminds us to use your South Asian background to your advantage and don’t be afraid to take risks!
20 days ago
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Our IG lives are back!! Join us at 2:30 ET to learn more about Deepika’s role with the Pistons and how her career in sports began!
Our IG lives are back!! Join us at 2:30 ET to learn more about Deepika’s role with the Pistons and how her career in sports began!
20 days ago
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Our Spring 2024 Mentorship Program application is live! Check out our mentor roster! Apply to be a mentee with the link in our bio. Deadline to apply is April 4th, 2024. Free for all SAIS members (go to SAinSports.com to be a mentor).
27 days ago
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The SAIS Mentorship Program is back for 2024! 🎉

The SAIS Mentorship Program helps connect South Asian sports business professionals across the U.S. and Canada. Over the course of 4 weeks, mentees have the opportunity to learn from some of the industry’s leading South Asian executives making waves in sports. 

📆 This year’s program runs from April 22 - May 17. 

✅ Want to be a mentee? Apply today at sainsports.com/mentorship or click the link in bio! Applications close on April 5th at 11:59pm EST!

Note that applications are not a guarantee of acceptance to the program. Acceptance will be based on quantity of applications and interest areas. We do our very best to match mentors and mentees pursuing similar career fields. 

#SouthAsiansInSports #SportsBiz #Mentorship #SouthAsian #mentors #sports
The SAIS Mentorship Program is back for 2024! 🎉 The SAIS Mentorship Program helps connect South Asian sports business professionals across the U.S. and Canada. Over the course of 4 weeks, mentees have the opportunity to learn from some of the industry’s leading South Asian executives making waves in sports. 📆 This year’s program runs from April 22 - May 17. ✅ Want to be a mentee? Apply today at sainsports.com/mentorship or click the link in bio! Applications close on April 5th at 11:59pm EST! Note that applications are not a guarantee of acceptance to the program. Acceptance will be based on quantity of applications and interest areas. We do our very best to match mentors and mentees pursuing similar career fields. #SouthAsiansInSports #SportsBiz #Mentorship #SouthAsian #mentors #sports
about 1 month ago
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Interested in sports analytics and how you can find a job? Be sure to email Neha for our meet up tonight! 🤝🏽
Interested in sports analytics and how you can find a job? Be sure to email Neha for our meet up tonight! 🤝🏽
about 1 month ago
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Looking to network with more South Asians in your field? You’re in luck as we have 2 events (it’s not too late to join!) this week. Please email Neha if you’re interested. We look forward to meeting everyone!
Looking to network with more South Asians in your field? You’re in luck as we have 2 events (it’s not too late to join!) this week. Please email Neha if you’re interested. We look forward to meeting everyone!
about 2 months ago
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*Reposting due to spelling error* Thank you to our 16 incredible mentors for volunteering for this program! We know their diverse experiences and backgrounds will serve to be very valuable to our ambitious group of mentees!
*Reposting due to spelling error* Thank you to our 16 incredible mentors for volunteering for this program! We know their diverse experiences and backgrounds will serve to be very valuable to our ambitious group of mentees!
7 months ago
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Meet our 18 ambitious mentees taking part in this year's SAIS Mentorship Program! We are happy to have you aboard!
Meet our 18 ambitious mentees taking part in this year's SAIS Mentorship Program! We are happy to have you aboard!
7 months ago
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Our annual Mentorship Program kicks off today! Thank you to our 16 incredible mentors for volunteering for this program! We know their diverse experiences and backgrounds will serve to be very valuable to our ambitious group of mentees!
Our annual Mentorship Program kicks off today! Thank you to our 16 incredible mentors for volunteering for this program! We know their diverse experiences and backgrounds will serve to be very valuable to our ambitious group of mentees!
7 months ago