Jewish Sports Network

We have some exciting additions for our Israel Chicago Sports Showcase sponsored in conjunction with the America-Israel Chamber of Commerce-Chicago on Wednesday, August 19th in Deerfield, Illinois.

You can register at this link: https://www.eventbrite.com/e/israel-chicago-sports-showcase-tickets-1996187007074?aff=oddtdtcreator

Join the American Israel Chamber of Commerce (AICC) Chicago and the Jewish Sports Network for the Israel–Chicago Sports Showcase—an exclusive evening bringing together innovators, entrepreneurs, nonprofit leaders, and business professionals exploring how Israeli ideas are shaping the future of sports and creating impact far beyond the playing field.

Wednesday, August 19, 2026

5:30 PM

Deerfield, Illinois

The exact address will be shared with registered guests prior to the event.

FEATURED PANELISTS:
Roy Kessel (Moderator)- Founder, Jewish Sports Network & Sports Philanthropy Network

Adam Gladstone - COO, Israel Baseball Americas

Keren Rosenberg—Executive Director, The Israel Bridge Program

Rom Brown--Student Athlete at Northwestern University, Member of The Israel Bridge Program

Shaina Sugar - Development Director, Israel ParaSport Center

Darren Weber - Marquee

• Discover Israeli companies and organizations advancing AI, sports technology and community engagement.
• Hear directly from founders and leaders creating innovative solutions with global reach.
• Gain insights into emerging trends where business, technology, healthcare, and sports intersect.
• Expand your network with executives, entrepreneurs, investors, and community leaders from across the Chicago and Israel business ecosystems.

This event offers a unique opportunity to network and engage with leaders driving meaningful change.

Advance registration is required.

We look forward to welcoming you!

Reserve your spot today

We are excited to Co-host this event with the America Israel Chamber of Commerce. We hope you will consider joining us at this amazing event on August 19th at a Deerfield, Illinois location (for security reasons the location is provided upon registration).

You can register at this link: https://www.eventbrite.com/.../israel-chicago-sports...

Join the American Israel Chamber of Commerce (AICC) Chicago and the Jewish Sports Network for the Israel–Chicago Sports Showcase—an exclusive evening bringing together innovators, entrepreneurs, nonprofit leaders, and business professionals exploring how Israeli ideas are shaping the future of sports and creating impact far beyond the playing field.

Wednesday, August 19, 2026, 5:30 PM

Deerfield, Illinois (The exact address will be shared with registered guests prior to the event).

FEATURED PANELISTS:

Adam Gladstone - COO, Israel Baseball Americas

Shaina Katzoff-Sugar - Development Director, Israel ParaSport Center

Darren Weber - Marquee

MODERATOR: Roy Kessel - Founder, Jewish Sports Network & Sports Philanthropy Network

• Discover Israeli companies and organizations advancing AI, sports technology and community engagement.
• Hear directly from founders and leaders creating innovative solutions with global reach.
• Gain insights into emerging trends where business, technology, healthcare, and sports intersect.
• Expand your network with executives, entrepreneurs, investors, and community leaders from across the Chicago and Israel business ecosystems.

This event offers a unique opportunity to network and engage with leaders driving meaningful change.
Advance registration is required.

Congratulations to all the athletes who took part in the Israel Wheelchair Tennis Summer Championship, held this week at the Israel ParaSport Center!

A special kol hakavod to our own Roy Abergil, coached by Asi Stokol, on finishing as runner-up, and congratulations to Beit Halochem athlete Itamar Heller, coached by Ofer Sela, on winning the championship. 🏆💙

See you next season!

Will be a great event

Great to see Van Jones wearing the blue square to combat Antisemitism at the Operation HOPE, Inc. HOPE Global Forums panel today.