KOG26 Evening of Monopoly & Networking
The KOG26 Evening of Monopoly & Networking is a curated, high-stakes strategy competition for business and sports partners who want to compete against the best at an accelerated pace. Gain insights into investment opportunities and experiences while in the room with influential business leaders and entrepreneurs.
Compete against an outstanding roster of investors, entrepreneurs, and athletes such as:
Adrian Holmes: Canadian Screen & Image Award-winning actor, Bel-Air. Connect with a celebrated performer to discuss the intersection of storytelling, media, and brand presence.
Eric Sussman: Founding partner of Clear Capital, real estate firm that has been behind over $2B in real estate transactions. Gain insights from a 5x Award-winning UCLA Adjunct Professor on real estate cycles and capital markets.
Donovan Carter: Entrepreneur, star of HBO’s Ballers, and Former UCLA defensive standout. Discuss overcoming setbacks and the journey from professional college athlete to starring actor in one of HBO’s most-watched half-hour comedy series during its run.
Natasha Pestano: Exited Founder of VC-backed brand and High Performance Nutritionist to the top 1%. Test your strategy against an Exited Founder and hear her insights on high performance for top competing athletes.
Table Prize: Exclusive strategy session with Exited Founder Natasha Pestano for the table championChase Griffin: Investment Co-Manager, 2x NIL Athlete of the Year, and former UCLA Quarterback. Hear about his expertise in navigating over 30 brand partnerships, philanthropic efforts, and sports & media investments.
Loryn Carter: 2x Founder of Counted Care and VITAVATE Products. Former D1 Athlete & UCLA Anderson / UCI Alum. Hear about her journey with ventures across the financial and CPG sectors, combined with the discipline of a former collegiate athlete
Kristina Wilson: Senior Legal Counsel for True Classic Apparel, CEO of LeagueProof, and 2026 NBA All-Star Pitch Competition winner. Discuss her approach to the intersection of sports tech, legal strategy, and her work expanding scholarship access for women athletes through AI
Phil Brock: Retired Mayor of Santa Monica, President/CEO of Studio Talent Group, and Emmy-recognized actor turned civic leader. Gain perspective from a rare triple-threat as an entertainment executive, elected official, and lifelong community builder on how public service, media, and local advocacy intersect to shape thriving cities.
Torin Martinez: Grammy-nominated Producer, Vocalist, and Multi-Instrumentalist whose credits span Chris Brown, Usher, T-Pain, CeeLo Green, The Kid LAROI, and more. Enjoy sounds from an LA-based hitmaker at the intersection of music production, performance, and artist development, who's built a career crafting sounds for some of the industry's biggest names.
Attire: Smart Social / Business Casual
*This event is part of the KOG '26 Tournament, presented by Unykrn, Stratava Solutions, and Eda Capital.
Interested in playing with the stars? Contact us about a sponsor seat: info@unykrn.com.