Good News Friday: NFL, Iron Dames, Priyanka Chopra Jonas
NFL history
Sandra Douglass Morgan has made history as the first Black woman to assume the role of president of an NFL team. Sandra will take the position for The Raiders, replacing interim president Dan Ventrelle.
"Let me be clear — I am not here to avoid or sidestep problems or concerns that need to be addressed," Sandra said in a letter to the organisation when accepting the position. "I’ve given long and thoughtful consideration to joining you, and I’ve done so because I believe in the promise of the Raiders. Most importantly, I believe in your core values of integrity, community, and commitment to excellence. I will expect you to embody those and to hold me accountable to doing the same."
Pole position
The Iron Dames – Sarah Bovy, Michelle Gatting and Rahel Frey – have shaken up the world of motorsport, becoming the first all-female crew to take the World Endurance Championship podium. This achievement marks a historic first for women in the series.
“It was a crazy session to be honest" – Sarah commented. "I was really unhappy with what I was doing in the first eight minutes – a lot of little mistakes coming from the fact I knew we could do it. We worked really hard for it and I wanted to deliver. Then I got the message on the radio that it was time to do the lap and I’m really happy that I managed to clip it at the end, it was a nice lap and I pushed with everything I had, thinking about my teammates, about my team, about all the hard work that we’ve done.”
A perfect moment
Priyanka Chopra Jonas and husband Nick Jonas have invested in luxury fashion and sportswear brand, Perfect Moment. Priyanka, who has been a fan of Perfect Moment for years, is keen to help the label expand into new and current markets.
“I can’t think of a more fun, diverse, business savvy couple to help us grow the brand to the next level,” said Jane Gottschalk, Perfect Moment’s Co-Founder and Creative Director. “They are admired globally not only for their talent, but for their passion for life and impeccable taste. This combination resonates with audiences everywhere, and perfectly represents the values that Perfect Moment is known for.”
Priyanka Chopra Jonas adds: “Not having to choose between looking amazing and performing at their highest level is a consumer need that Perfect Moment not only understands, but one that is baked into the ethos of this brand. I am proud to be a strategic investor and advisor to such a bold and trendsetting company. We’re looking forward to a bright future.”
