# Event Details - **Event Name**: After5Chicago - Are Celebs Ruining Sports: The Competition for Influence - **Event Start and End Date**: Tue, 13 Oct, 2026 at 06:30 pm – Tue, 13 Oct, 2026 at 08:30 pm (-05:00) - **Event Description**: Unpack the powerful intersection of celebrity, sports, and marketing in today's entertainment.About this EventA Conversation on Fandom, Branding, and the Future of Sports MarketingWhat happens when a celebrity becomes part of the gameday experience?Join a sports and entertainment marketing professional forAre Celebs Ruining Sports: The Competition for Influence to learn how celebrities are reshaping the future of sports marketing. This session will examine how celebrity influence at sporting events drives new audience growth, sparks social media conversations, and creates opportunities for brands, leagues, and teams to connect with fans in new ways.Through examples from the NFL, NBA, and beyond, attendees will discover how fashion, beauty, and pop culture are transforming the modern fan experience. Walk away with a deeper understanding of how sports and entertainment continue to merge, and what this evolution means for the future of marketing, partnerships, and fan engagement.Don't miss this chance to connect with your After5Society.About the Speaker:Taylor Washington is a sports and entertainment marketing professional, content creator, and Founder & Host of the HerWinningWayz Podcast, an interview based platform combining sports, entertainment, and self-care. Taylor’s background spans leading organizations including Michigan State Athletics, Big Ten Network, ESPN, FOX Sports, NCAA, FOX Corporation, and NBCUniversal, where she has supported impactful campaigns and partnerships for industries such as sports, CPG, automotive, insurance, food, and retail.Combining a passion for storytelling with a results driven marketing mindset, Taylor creates content focused on industry insights, career growth, and opportunities while helping make the business of sports more accessible. Through her corporate experience and personal brand, she continues to inspire the next generation of marketers and highlight the evolving intersection of sports, culture, and entertainment.Good to know before you come:Exact bar location will be disclosed in your confirmation emailArrive early to grab a drink and get settledThe speaker portion lasts 1 hour, with optional time to stay and socialize afterwardThis is a participatory eventSeating is limited to keep the experience intimateAgenda🕑: 06:30 PM - 07:00 PMDoors Open & Drinks FlowInfo: Arrive early to grab a drink, settle in, and enjoy the atmosphere. Early birds get the best seats and a head start on mingling!🕑: 07:00 PM - 08:00 PMGuided Experience / TalkInfo: Dive into an engaging, interactive session with our speaker. Participate, observe, or simply soak it all in - it's your experience to enjoy.🕑: 08:00 PM - 08:30 PMSocial Time & ConnectionInfo: Stick around to chat with fellow attendees, swap ideas, or just relax with a drink. Great conversations often happen after the main event! - **Event URL**: https://allevents.in/chicago/after5chicago-are-celebs-ruining-sports-the-competition-for-influence/100001994021934283 - **Event Categories**: sports, contests, storytelling - **Interested Audience**: - total_interested_count: 0 - **Event Highlights**: - Age Limit: 21+ - Doors Open At: 6:30 PM - Duration: 2 hours - Location: TBA (address found in email confirmation) - Languages: English ## Ticket Details - **Ticket Price Range**: min: 29.99, max: 29.99, currency: USD ## Event venue details - **city**: Chicago - **state**: IL - **country**: United States - **location**: TBA (address found in email confirmation) - **lat**: 41.8733696 - **long**: -87.650714 - **full address**: TBA (address found in email confirmation), Address found in email confirmation, Chicago, United States ## Event gallery - **Alt text**: After5Chicago - Are Celebs Ruining Sports: The Competition for Influence - **Image URL**: https://cdn-az.allevents.in/events1/banners/7945565ca85fabd32e07d3fee6ace9460b80ec3dfb4b84e745f74c35435872a4-rimg-w1200-h600-dc1b1b1b-gmir.jpg?v=1784380662 ## FAQs - **Q**: When and where is After5Chicago - Are Celebs Ruining Sports: The Competition for Influence being held? - **A:** After5Chicago - Are Celebs Ruining Sports: The Competition for Influence takes place on Tue, 13 Oct, 2026 at 06:30 pm to Tue, 13 Oct, 2026 at 08:30 pm at TBA (address found in email confirmation), Address found in email confirmation, Chicago, United States. - **Q**: Who is organizing After5Chicago - Are Celebs Ruining Sports: The Competition for Influence? - **A:** After5Chicago - Are Celebs Ruining Sports: The Competition for Influence is organized by After 5 Society. - **Q**: Who is this event for? Is it right for me? - **A:** After5Chicago - Are Celebs Ruining Sports: The Competition for Influence is ideal for sports fans, athletes, fitness enthusiasts, and anyone who loves the thrill of live competitive action and the energy of a crowd. Whether you're a first-time attendee or a longtime enthusiast in Chicago, this event is thoughtfully curated to deliver a standout experience worth every moment. 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