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Taylor Rooks has been tapped by Kevin Durant to spearhead the Boardroom Exclusive Members Club, once again proving that she is one of the most sought after personalities in sports media. Announced Wednesday, the initiative is designed to provide unparalleled networking and experiences for professionals across industries, while also emphasizing the power of personal connections and value-driven experiences. As such, Boardroom Members Club will provide members with direct access to Boardroom’s elite network of industry leaders who are driving innovation across sports and entertainment.

Rooks will both serve on the Board of Advisors for Boardroom Members Club and act as a strategic partner for Boardroom as a whole. As an ambassador for Members Club, Rooks will be deeply involved in event and member programming. MORE: JuJu Watkins makes a surprise appearance at local Walmart in Degree deodorant campaign A post shared by Boardroom (@boardroom) Here is what Rooks had to say about joining the team: “I’m beyond thrilled to join Boardroom in this new capacity and broaden my involvement with a company that has been home to some of my favorite multimedia stories and live events at sports’ biggest moments.



Kevin Durant and Rich Kleiman have built something truly special—highlighting the intersection of sports, business, and entertainment in a way that pushes the industry forward. Boardroom represents everything at the heart of what I love about this business: relationships, knowledge, advancement, and opportunity." "With Boardroom Members Club, we’re creating a space where real connections lead to real possibilities, and I’m excited to play a vital role in shaping a community that empowers the next generation of leaders.

” MORE: Los Angeles Sparks star Cameron Brink sizzles in NB Academy Collection campaign for New Balance “Boardroom Members Club is a natural extension of what we've built – a trusted platform that delivers unique access and insights that move the business of sports and entertainment forward,” added Rich Kleiman, CEO of Boardroom. A post shared by Boardroom (@boardroom) “From the beginning we’ve heard that more people want access to our events and our network, and Boardroom Members Club answers that call and more by creating meaningful opportunities for building authentic relationships. If you’re looking to take your career in sports or entertainment to the next level or are looking to learn new things from a wide variety of industry stakeholders, this community is for you,” he continued.

MORE: Breanna Stewart gives sneak peek of her upcoming STEWIE 4 signature shoe, and fans can't get enough What are some of Boardroom’s signature events? Boardroom’s signature events consist of the annual CNBC x Boardroom Game Plan Summit, NBA and WNBA All-Star weekend activations and other tentpole moments like F1 Miami, US Open, and Art Basel that consistently attract an elite network of athletes, entertainers and entrepreneurs..