Olympic gold medalist and skiing legend Lindsey Vonn is officially hitting the big stage at CNBC and Boardroom’s fourth annual Game Plan Summit, set for July 16, 2026, at Fanatics Fest in New York City.
The announcement has sports and business circles buzzing: one of the most decorated athletes in Winter Olympics history will share the spotlight with heavyweights like LeBron James, NBA Commissioner Adam Silver, and UFC President Dana White. This high-octane gathering brings together athletes, executives, investors, and innovators to chart the future of sports, media, and entertainment.
From record-breaking slopes to boardroom power moves, Vonn, a four-time Olympic medalist, 82-time World Cup winner, and trailblazing entrepreneur, brings unmatched credibility to the conversation. Known for her relentless drive, epic comebacks — including a dramatic return for the 2026 Milan-Cortina Winter Games — and advocacy for mental health, she’s no stranger to turning personal triumphs and setbacks into lessons for peak performance.
At Game Plan 2026, expect Vonn to deliver raw, high-energy insights on resilience, leadership under pressure, and navigating the evolving sports business landscape — topics she’s mastered both on and off the mountain. The summit, hosted as part of the massive Fanatics Fest at the Javits Center, promises fire conversations on the hottest issues shaping the industry today. Attendees get full access to the festival’s fan experiences, making it a must-attend for anyone serious about the intersection of sports, culture, and commerce.
This isn’t just another conference — it’s where the future of sports gets planned. Vonn’s participation underscores her evolution from alpine dominator to influential voice in sports business. Whether she’s dropping wisdom on overcoming failure, building personal brands, or the mental game required at the highest levels, her session is destined to go viral.
Tickets and applications for the invite-only summit are available now via the official Game Plan site. Don’t sleep on this one — the slopes are calling, and the game plan is set.
