BAHC TIP-OFF EVENT MEDIA INFO
FEBRUARY 12, 2025 | CHASE CENTER
A NEW ERA FOR THE BAY AREA HOST COMMITTEE
Traditionally, local host committees were formed temporarily for major events and disbanded after their conclusion. Now, the Bay Area Host Committee (BAHC) has been established as a permanent sports commission, ensuring the Bay Area remains a premier destination for global sporting events. The BAHC is a nonprofit 501(c)(6) organization dedicated to uniting communities through sport, fostering economic vitality, and creating long-term community impact.
Led by President and CEO Zaileen Janmohamed, with the support of local professional sports team leaders, this is the first of its kind in the market, solidifying the Bay Area’s place as the epicenter of sports. Since being appointed in March 2023, Janmohamed has built a fully women-led C-suite focused on innovating the sports industry and ensuring long-term impact for the region.
The BAHC Tip-Off Event marks the start of an 18-month sports showcase, with the Bay Area hosting NBA All-Star 2025, Super Bowl LX, and FIFA World Cup 26™. This event will ignite momentum and highlight the Bay’s role as a global sports hub.
BREAKING NEWS: BAHC LAUNCHES FOUNDATION
Today, the BAHC formally launched the BAHC Foundation, a groundbreaking initiative that ensures major sporting events create long-term community benefits beyond the games.
The Foundation focuses on three key pillars:
Championing Workforce Equity & Advancement:
Bridge to Work provides pathways to employment for 500 individuals through marquee sporting events, with NBA All-Star 2025 serving as the pilot program for 50 participants. Tipping Point is a key partner in this initiative, working to remove barriers to employment and connect individuals from underserved communities to sustainable career opportunities. Through mentorship, training, and direct job placements, Bridge to Work leverages the momentum of these major sporting events to create real and lasting economic impact.
Super Bowl Source LX provides contracting opportunities for diverse businesses, ensuring local minority-owned suppliers gain access to Super Bowl LX-related projects and to career pathways, helping underserved communities gain stable employment.
Amplifying Sports for All & Sports for Change:
Expanding youth sports programs, increasing athletic access, and creating inclusive sporting opportunities across the Bay Area.
Cultivating Green Communities:
Promoting sustainability efforts, ensuring eco-friendly event practices, and fostering environmental responsibility in all BAHC initiatives.
To learn more, visit www.bayareahostcommittee.com and explore the “Legacy & Impact” section.
BAHC ANNOUNCES SPEAKERS SERIES
On Thursday, February 13, the BAHC launches its first-ever Speaker Series as an ongoing platform dedicated to championing thought leadership in sports across the Bay Area over the next 18 months. This series will explore key issues shaping the future of sports, business, and community impact.
Tomorrow, “Sports x Impact – How Women’s Sports Are Leading Change,” (invite-only) will bring together industry leaders and athletes to discuss the economic growth of women’s sports, evolving investment landscapes, and sports’ role in inspiring future generations.
This series reinforces BAHC’s mission to Unite the Bay Through Sport, serving as a catalyst for innovation, inclusion, and progress.
THE BAY AREA’S MOMENT ON THE GLOBAL STAGE
$1.4B+ in estimated economic impact from NBA All-Star 2025, Super Bowl LX, and FIFA World Cup 26™.
500,000 visitors expected, boosting tourism, small businesses, and local vendors.
13,000 jobs created or sustained, directly benefiting Bay Area residents.
400,000 hotel room bookings, reinforcing the Bay Area as a premier host destination.
RECENT BAHC PARTNERSHIPS DRIVING IMPACT
Meta: Partnering with the BAHC to integrate cutting-edge sports technology and innovation, showcasing immersive fan experiences and celebrating the Bay Area’s blend of creativity and excellence. The collaboration debuted at the NFL Media Center during Super Bowl LIX, providing a preview of what’s ahead for Super Bowl LX.
PNC Bank: Committed to amplifying women’s voices, resources, and representation across BAHC and its community programs. PNC Bank is also a supporting partner of the BAHC Speaker Series, which will feature discussions on women's leadership, financial empowerment, and driving community impact.
NBCU Local Bay Area: Partnering with the BAHC to elevate the Bay Area’s global profile through comprehensive sports coverage across KNTV (NBC Bay Area), NBC Sports Bay Area, NBC Sports California, and KSTS (Telemundo 48).
San Francisco Travel Association: Joining efforts with the BAHC to drive tourism and support major sporting events.
EA Sports: Collaborating on innovative sports technology and community engagement programs.
Boston Consulting Group (BCG): The BAHC’s inaugural founding partner, supporting its evolution into a sustainable, strategy-driven sports commission.
For more details, visit www.bayareahostcommittee.com under the “Legacy & Impact” section.
MEDIA CONTACTS
For interview requests and more information please contact:
Francesca Weems | francesca.weems@fleishman.com | 808-640-7125
Jennifer Poppers | jennifer.poppers@fleishman.com | 917-499-5150
Lauren Morrison | lauren.morrison@fleishman.com | 540-845-3948