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March 28, 2023

The Corporate Athlete – where sport meets leadership

In celebration of International Women’s Day 2023, Brewer Morris launched the “corporate athlete” series, spotlighting five remarkable women whose athletic backgrounds have profoundly shaped their professional journeys. These stories—featuring Alice Hogg, Alyssa Sawinski, Annah Jamison, Chloe Barnes, and Devon Novotnak—highlight the powerful intersection of sport, leadership, and personal growth.

Each woman brings a unique perspective, yet they all share a common thread: the discipline, resilience, and teamwork honed through athletic pursuits have become the foundation of their success in the corporate world. Whether through hockey, dance, basketball, or cheerleading, these athletes-turned-professionals exemplify how the mindset of a competitor can fuel innovation, inclusivity, and impact far beyond the field.

Together, their voices form a compelling narrative of empowerment, showing how the lessons of sport continue to inspire excellence in business, leadership and life.

A unified portrait of resilience and leadership

Alice Hogg

Alice, a Senior Enterprise Account Executive at Meltwater, attributes her self-assurance, grit, and maturity to her years playing competitive hockey. Her leadership experiences on the field taught her the importance of accountability, communication, and stepping outside her comfort zone. She believes sport offers an instant community and a lifelong toolkit for navigating change.

Alice Hogg, Senior Enterprise Account Executive at Meltwater

Alyssa Sawinski

Alyssa, a Chicago-based HR recruiter and former dancer, performer, and teacher, channels her passion for movement into entrepreneurship and fitness advocacy. Her background in dance instilled discipline, creativity, and a strong work ethic. She emphasizes the importance of staying grounded and using physical activity as a means of self-expression and empowerment.

Alyssa Sawinski, Recruiter at Frazer Jones.

Annah Jamison

Annah’s athletic journey began in childhood and continued through high school, where she excelled in cheerleading, basketball, cross country, and lacrosse. Her competitive spirit and team experiences taught her perseverance and adaptability. These qualities now fuel her professional drive and collaborative mindset.

Annah Jamison, Director at General Atlantic

Chloe Barnes

Chloe, a former Division I basketball player turned entrepreneur and DE&I advocate, faced a pivotal moment when an injury ended her sports career. She transformed that setback into a mission-driven path, using her platform to foster inclusion and mental health awareness. Her story highlights the power of resilience and redefining success beyond the scoreboard.

Chloe Barnes (she/her), Former Program Lead, Global Curation Standards (Representation & Inclusion) at Twitter.

Devon Novotnak

Devon, a product manager at The RealReal, blends her passions for technology, fashion, and sustainability. She founded the company’s Women’s Employee Resource Group to support women in tech. Her athletic background taught her leadership, community-building, and the value of showing up consistently for others.

Devon Novotnak, Senior Product Manager at The RealReal.

Rachel McKenzie

Rachel McKenzie, a New York-based associate at Sidley Austin LLP, draws on her experience as a former ski instructor to navigate the legal world with confidence and adaptability. Her athletic background taught her resilience and composure—skills she now applies to high-pressure legal challenges.

Rachel McKenzie, Associate at Sidley Austin LLP

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