Alex Prasad
Alex Prasad, CEO of V1 Sports, with his non-golf background has driven substantial growth in V1 Sports, an established swing video analysis company. Under Alex’s leadership, the company has seen a 50% surge in its player-specific app, V1 GOLF, and the successful launch of the V1 COACH app, featuring AI-driven tools to enhance coach-player relationships and instruction quality. With the COVID-era golf boom, Alex emphasizes how tech innovations allow coaches to better manage time and resources. His journey from sports attorney to V1 Sports CEO illustrates how an outsider’s perspective can foster fresh insights and success in the golf tech industry.
Anna Birkás
Anna Birkás, raised off the grid in Mendocino County, cultivated a profound connection to nature and a lifelong dedication to sustainability. With an M.S. in Hydrology, a B.S. in Environmental Ecology, and over 26 years of experience in watershed sciences, ecology, and construction, she has forged a remarkable career in male-dominated, remote field environments. As a licensed General Engineering contractor, she founded her first environmental firm in 2009, leveraging her expertise to drive innovative solutions. However, a personal experience of exclusion-being barred from a snow hydrology project in Montana due to the lack of restroom facilities for women—ignited her resolve to address gender inequities in the field. Motivated by this disparity, Anna channeled her frustration into innovation, blending her scientific and engineering acumen to create Chickfly pants. The patented design empowers women with discreet bathroom access without the need to remove their pants, breaking barriers for female professionals and outdoor enthusiasts alike.
Evan Bogart
Evan Bogart, son of renowned record executive Neil Bogart, grew up immersed in the music industry, surrounded by legendary figures like Carole Bayer-Sager and Diana Ross. Starting his career at 16, he swiftly climbed the industry ranks, playing a role in the discovery of artists like Eminem and Maroon 5. Overcoming personal and professional challenges, including industry burnout, Evan returned to music with renewed vigor, co-writing major hits for artists such as Rihanna (“S.O.S.”) and Beyoncé (“Halo”). In 2020, Evan co-founded Seeker Music, a company that redefines catalog management by treating music catalogs with the same strategic, creative attention as new releases. Through proactive management, Seeker provides bespoke marketing and A&R services that elevate both catalog and contemporary music alike.