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

“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

“I’m not kidding when I tell you that SAIS has legitimately opened up five separate doors for me…all within just a few months.”

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Sunny Mehta
International Marketing Strategy, NFL

“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 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

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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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 15 hours 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! 🤝🏽
8 days 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!
26 days 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!
6 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!
6 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!
6 months ago
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We made a new website (still sainsports.com) that includes a new digital directory of all SAIS members! I just sent a network wide email to all existing members. Please use the email address the email was sent to in order to reset your password at this link. If you did not receive an email and you are a member as of April 2023, please use the email you used to sign up and hit forgot password. Once you log in, you can edit your profile and search the directory. By default, your email address is not visible to other members unless you change this setting in the profile page. As always, it is free to be a member and to access your own profile and we have a paid ("professional") membership that allows you to access all of our members. We hope that this directory will help our SAIS network more easily connect with each other. The paid membership fee helps us cover the costs of maintaining the site. If you feel you have trouble paying the full amount, please email me. We also have a discord we'd like to start using for all things SAIS (jobs, networking events, opportunities, questions). Please contribute to it and use it as a resource.  Email info@sainsports.com if you are having any issues. #network #southasian #sports
9 months ago
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We want to thank all our members who participated in the mentorship program!! Not only do we strengthen our community within the sports industry but we appreciate the insight our members are able to provide for our mentees. 

Here are a few quotes from the members:
We want to thank all our members who participated in the mentorship program!! Not only do we strengthen our community within the sports industry but we appreciate the insight our members are able to provide for our mentees. Here are a few quotes from the members:
about 1 year ago
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It's so cool to see this pic of a few South Asian who work for NBA teams together at one venue! 💪🏽Akash Sebastian, Coaching Analyst at Phoenix Suns, Amit Tailor - Video/Player Development Associate at Houston Rockets and Aditya Malhotra, Director of Scouting Phoenix Suns 
Thanks for sending us this awesome picture Amit! @donuthaveaproblem @coachadmalhotra
It's so cool to see this pic of a few South Asian who work for NBA teams together at one venue! 💪🏽Akash Sebastian, Coaching Analyst at Phoenix Suns, Amit Tailor - Video/Player Development Associate at Houston Rockets and Aditya Malhotra, Director of Scouting Phoenix Suns Thanks for sending us this awesome picture Amit! @donuthaveaproblem @coachadmalhotra
over 1 year ago
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Aaron has such a cool job! He’s currently in school for his graduate degree. If you’re interested in working with athletes on their performance and health be sure to listen to Aaron’s advice - he’s been through a lot on his journey in the industry. #southasiansinsports #sports #careeradvice #iglive #chicago
over 1 year ago