Builder Series: Christina Unkel, President & General Manager of the Tampa Bay Sun

We are excited to invite you to Embarc Collective’s Builder Series featuring Christina Unkel, President + General Manager of the Tampa Bay Sun Football Club, in conversation with Claire Lessinger, Vice President of Events at the Tampa Bay Sports Commission, on Wednesday, June 4th at Embarc Collective.

Christina Unkel, is a distinguished attorney, entrepreneur, and sports analyst with nearly 20 years of experience at the highest echelons of soccer, law, and business. A former NCAA athlete and FIFA referee, Christina blends her extensive expertise in sports, law, and leadership to deliver impactful insights on the global stage. She specializes in Football Law and has advised on high-stakes officiating and legal matters, earning a reputation as an authority in her field.

Christina serves as President, General Manager, and General Counsel of Tampa Bay Sun FC, where she leads the strategic growth, operations, and legal affairs of the women’s professional soccer team. She is also the Founder of SPARQ Consulting Group, advising clients from federations to athletes and coaches at the intersection of sports, law, and business.

As an internationally respected broadcaster, Christina partners with ESPN, CBS Sports, Apple TV, ITV, and Fox Sports, delivering expert analysis for elite competitions including the FIFA Women’s World Cup, UEFA Champions League, UEFA EUROs (Men’s and Women’s), and CONCACAF tournaments.

Don’t miss this opportunity to learn how Christina is shaping professional sports and the leadership lessons she’s applying along the way.