Recognitions
Jeffrey Kessler Named to Sports Business Journal: Influence 125 – The Most Influential People in Sports Business For The Past 25 Years
Recognitions
December 9, 2025
Winston & Strawn partner Jeffrey Kessler has been named to Sports Business Journal’s Influence 125 - The Most Influential People in Sports Business For The Past 25 Years. This list is a prestigious tribute to the trailblazers who didn’t just keep pace with change, they set it. From pioneering founders and high-stakes dealmakers to brand architects and media moguls, these 125 have reshaped the multibillion-dollar sports economy across every sector: sponsorship, tech, media, venues, events, agencies, and leagues. Sports Business Journal has chronicled the rapid evolution of the sports industry for nearly three decades, an era defined by bold visionaries, transformational leadership and the relentless pursuit of innovation.
