Speaker Profile

Andre Iguodala is the Executive Director of the National Basketball Players Association (NBPA). In this role, Andre works on behalf of NBA players to ensure their rights are protected and they are fairly compensated for the tremendous value they bring to the court and as ambassadors of the game worldwide.

Andre is a four-time NBA Champion with the Golden State Warriors, former All-Star, NBA Finals MVP, and two-time Olympic Gold Medalist. As a player, he served as a member of the NBPA's Executive Committee from 2013 to 2023. During his 19 seasons, Andre also carved out a unique niche for his success off the court that redefined the blueprint for younger athletes.

Since 2010, Andre has been at the forefront of venture capital and technology, with a portfolio that spans more than 50 companies. Known for his keen business savvy, Andre recently Co-Founded MOSAIC, a $200 million early-stage venture capital firm where he serves as a General Partner focused on enterprise, fintech, healthcare, and sports companies. As the name indicates, the firm centers on diversity in all its forms while focusing on financial returns and social impact.

From his Illinois hometown to becoming an NBA champion, Andre documented his journey of grit and resilience in his 2019 New York Times Best Selling memoir, “The Sixth Man,” published by Penguin Random House. In 2022, Andre partnered with former teammate, Evan Turner to launch New Amendment, a content production company. Together with Vox Media they produce and co-host Point Forward, which consistently ranks in the top 5 of all sports podcasts.