DeRetta Rhodes, PhD

DeRetta Rhodes, Ph.D. is the Executive Vice President & Chief Culture Officer of the Atlanta Braves, overseeing people capital initiatives, communications and community affairs for the Braves, The Battery Atlanta and team’s Spring Training facility operations.

But what happens when the faces we see on the field, in the booth, or in the boardroom begin to reflect a broader spectrum of society? What happens when women—long underrepresented in the sports world—step into roles of influence, visibility, and power? We are witnessing that transformation now. -Dr. DeRetta Rhodes

The Power of Presence: The Evolving Role of Women in Sports Leadership

Sports have always been more than just games—they are cultural cornerstones, reflections of society, and powerful platforms for leadership. For many of us, our connection to sports is deeply personal. Whether it’s cheering for a team because it’s a family tradition, our alma mater, or simply the pride of our city, sports shape our identities and values.

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Sports have always been more than just games—they are cultural cornerstones, reflections of society, and powerful platforms for leadership. For many of us, our connection to sports is deeply personal. Whether it’s cheering for a team because it’s a family tradition, our alma mater, or simply the pride of our city, sports shape our identities and values.

DeRetta Rhodes

Black Women in the C-Suite

Written by: DeRetta Rhodes, PhD – EVP/Chief Culture Officer, Atlanta Braves In February 2021, CNN highlighted the groundbreaking strides made by Black executive women, yet underscored a stark reality: in

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Written by: DeRetta Rhodes, PhD – EVP/Chief Culture Officer, Atlanta Braves In February 2021, CNN highlighted the groundbreaking strides made by Black executive women, yet underscored a stark reality: in