Game.
Set. Ladies Night.
THE CENTRALE · NEW YORK CITY · AUGUST 2023
We are on a mission.
Beyond a celebration, this is a nexus where female champions from tennis, fashion, art, business, and more converge. Every woman here has carved a unique path, and when we unite, our collective power amplifies.
The PTPA is dedicated to uniting and mobilizing tennis players in order to create transparency and equity throughout professional tennis.
xx Bethanie & Shilpa
Bethanie Mattek-Sands
I'm Bethanie Mattek-Sands, a tennis professional on the WTA Tour. With nine Grand Slam titles and an Olympic Gold from the 2016 Rio Games, I've experienced the highs and lows of sports.
Beyond tennis, I've had opportunities to work with ESPN as an analyst and co-host the Tennis United show. While these experiences have enriched my journey, what truly drives me is a concerning statistic: nearly 70% of girls leave sports by age 14.
Motivated by this, I advocate for keeping girls in sports and strive to emphasize the importance of women's health and mental well-being throughout their lives.
Shilpa Yarlagadda
I'm Shilpa Yarlagadda, the person behind Shiffon Co., a jewelry brand with a purpose, and the Startup Girl Foundation. Some incredible individuals, from Serena Williams to Michelle Obama, have worn our pieces. We've had the chance to collaborate with names like Sarah Flint and the "When We All Vote" initiative.
Recently, we introduced the 1973 Tennis Bracelet to mark a significant milestone for women at the US Open. From this and our earlier 1972 Tennis Pinky Ring, we're directing 19.73% of profits to support women in sports.
Beyond jewelry, I've been fortunate to have our efforts recognized in publications like WSJ and Vogue. Through the Startup Girl Foundation, I hope to make a positive impact on women's lives.
Rupi Kaur
Rupi Kaur, a #1 New York Times Bestselling Author, burst onto the literary scene with her self-published poetry collection, "milk and honey," in 2014. This was followed by two other #1 global bestsellers: "the sun and her flowers" and "home body." To date, her collections have sold over 11 million copies and been translated into more than 43 languages.
Beyond the page, Kaur ventured into multimedia, self-producing "Rupi Kaur Live," a groundbreaking poetry special which premiered on Amazon Prime Video in 2021. Kaur’s presence is felt on global stages with her sold-out world tours, blending poetry with a hint of stand-up. Her poetic themes weave through love, loss, trauma, healing, femininity, and migration.
Players In Attendance
To engage with these players, to support their careers, is to align oneself with the essence of ambition and determination. As they carve their legacies on the court, let's champion their journeys, amplify their stories, and be a part of their pursuit for greatness.
Our Guest Artists
Introducing our guest artists who will be presenting or performing their work throughout the night.
Radka Leitmeritz
Love or Nothing
Amova Art
Partners & Sponsors
Thank you to our incredible partners and sponsors for supporting this special evening.
Our F&B Partners
Enjoying the food and drink this evening? We’re humbled to be working with the best in the biz!