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Parity and LinkedIn Empower Professional Women Athletes Through Career Development and Sponsorship Initiatives
Parity, a Group 1001 company and the premier platform for professional women athlete partnerships, today announced a collaboration with LinkedIn, the world’s largest professional network. LinkedIn will work alongside Parity to deliver impactful career development programs, athlete sponsorship initiatives, and digital integration projects aimed at supporting over 1,100 professional women athletes in Parity’s network.
And the Parity Goes To... Our Own Oscars for Women's Sports Brilliance
Here at Parity, we are all about celebrating female athletes. With the TV award season in full swing, we couldn’t miss out on a chance to give out some awards of our own. While Hollywood might have the corner on red carpets and designer gowns, the sports world is certainly not without glitz, glamor and drama. The 2025 Parity Oscars round up the best of the best, and give some of the superstars of the women’s sports world their flowers. Read below for our full list of nominees, as well as our winners.
Understanding the Women's Sports Fan Demographics: A Guide for Sponsors
The landscape of women's sports fandom is rapidly evolving, shattering long-held assumptions and creating new opportunities for brand engagement. Our recent research with SurveyMonkey reveals surprising insights about who's watching women's sports and why – insights that should reshape how brands approach sponsorship strategy.
Beyond Viewership: Why Women's Sports Sponsorships Drive Deeper Brand Engagement
In an era where marketers are constantly seeking authentic ways to connect with consumers, women's sports sponsorships offer a uniquely powerful opportunity that many brands have yet to fully recognize. Our recent research on women’s sports’ fans, done in partnership with SurveyMonkey, reveals compelling data that challenges traditional assumptions about sports marketing ROI.
The Hidden ROI of Women's Sports Sponsorships: 5 Data-Driven Insights Brands Need to Know
In an era where marketers are constantly seeking authentic ways to connect with consumers, women's sports sponsorships offer a uniquely powerful opportunity that many brands have yet to fully recognize. Our recent research on women’s sports’ fans, done in partnership with SurveyMonkey, reveals compelling data that challenges traditional assumptions about sports marketing ROI.
7 Iconic Moments to Celebrate This National Girls and Women in Sports Day
Happy National Girls and Women in Sports Day! Today we celebrate the transformative power of sports for women and girls, and recognize all of the trailblazing and record breaking we’ve been so lucky to witness. To celebrate NGWSD this year, we wanted to recap some of our favorite moments since last NGWSD in February, 2024. Read up to relive those moments with us, and come away feeling inspired and motivated!
#1 Fans: How Sponsoring Athlete Moms Can Connect Your Brand to Families Everywhere
Professional women athlete moms exemplify strength, perseverance, and balance. Whether training for the next big competition or raising the next generation, their stories inspire fans and customers alike. These incredible individuals navigate the worlds of elite sports and family life with grace and grit, making them perfect ambassadors for brands aiming to connect with audiences on a deeply personal level.
Need A Women’s Sports Sponsorship Strategy?
There’s no longer any (fact-based) debate against the business opportunity around women’s sports. The results in recent years have proven the incredible growth of women’s sports, and the growth has created an entire ecosystem of new business opportunities around the industry. The rise of women’s sports has given brands in particular a unique (and relatively low-cost) chance to get involved with a sports sponsorship deal that can reach a passionate and loyal fan base at scale.
From Stewie to Sabrina: Your Complete Guide to the Inaugural Unrivaled Basketball Season
Maybe you’ve seen some of the buzz online, maybe you’ve never heard of it, but Unrivaled Basketball is the hottest new thing in women’s basketball in the United States, and we think it deserves every bit of the hype. Unrivaled is a league founded by superstars Breanna Stewart and Napheesa Collier in an attempt to give WNBA players a viable (lucrative) offseason alternative to traveling to play overseas. The league promises players the highest average salary of any women’s sports league in the world. Unrivaled will play its inaugural 2 month season in Florida starting this month, and we’ve got everything you need to know before tuning in.
Celebrating Women’s History Month Through Authentic Sponsorships in Sports
Every March, Women’s History Month provides brands with an extraordinary opportunity to celebrate the achievements of women and amplify the stories that inspire change. In the world of sports, where resilience, empowerment, and community thrive, partnerships with women athletes offer a unique way to engage audiences authentically and meaningfully. Here’s how brands can leverage Women’s History Month to create impactful sponsorships while building connections that resonate year-round.
Top 24 in '24: Parity Athletes Who Scored Big in Sports and Sponsorships
Celebrate 2024's biggest achievements in women's sports as Parity showcases 24 athletes across Olympic and Paralympic medals, WNBA championships, motorsports, and groundbreaking brand partnerships. From Paris triumphs to career-defining moments, discover how these athletes pushed for progress in sports and beyond.
The Ultimate Women's Sports Gift Guide 2024: Game-Changing Presents for Every Fan
Discover the best gifts for women's sports fans in our 2024 guide, featuring staff-picked favorites from PWHL merch to exclusive athlete collaborations. Shop curated women's sports apparel, accessories, and collectibles that celebrate and support female athletes.