In this episode of the SponsorshipX Changemakers Podcast, Ashima Chopra, Founder and CEO of FanVerse, joins Mark Harrison to explore how she’s redefining the future of fandom.
A lifelong big-picture thinker, Ashima brings a rare blend of experiences in law, human rights, and venture capital to her entrepreneurial mission. That combination fuels her bold approach to changing ecosystems, building businesses, and rebuilding how communities connect, belong, and grow.
At its core, FanVerse is about creating belonging. For Ashima, that means designing a platform where solo fans become social fans and where feedback from the community isn’t an afterthought; it’s the foundation. Together, she and Mark unpack how FanVerse is tackling the “default fan” problem, ensuring women and underrepresented voices are no longer sidelined in sports culture.
They also explore what brands can learn from this model: that investing in women’s sports isn’t a side initiative; it’s a growth strategy. Beyond sports, Ashima shares lessons any tech, retail, or health leader can use to build inclusivity and engagement into their business DNA.
🎧 Listen now to hear how Ashima Chopra proves that real change follows when ventures listen to their communities.
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