{"id":17221,"date":"2025-09-20T14:02:34","date_gmt":"2025-09-20T20:02:34","guid":{"rendered":"https:\/\/footwearmagazine.com\/?p=17221"},"modified":"2025-10-28T11:58:17","modified_gmt":"2025-10-28T17:58:17","slug":"state-street-wnba-partnership-2025","status":"publish","type":"post","link":"https:\/\/footwearmagazine.com\/?p=17221","title":{"rendered":"State Street Partners With WNBA as Official Investment and ETF Sponsor"},"content":{"rendered":"<p class=\"my-2 [&amp;+p]:mt-4 [&amp;_strong:has(+br)]:inline-block [&amp;_strong:has(+br)]:pb-2\"><a href=\"https:\/\/www.ssga.com\/us\/en\">State Street Investment Management<\/a> is bringing financial education and new league-wide initiatives to millions of <a href=\"https:\/\/www.wnba.com\/\">WNBA<\/a> fans with a groundbreaking multi-year partnership.<\/p>\n<h3 class=\"mb-2 mt-4 font-display font-semimedium text-base first:mt-0\"><strong>An Alliance Focused on Empowerment and Opportunity<\/strong><\/h3>\n<p class=\"my-2 [&amp;+p]:mt-4 [&amp;_strong:has(+br)]:inline-block [&amp;_strong:has(+br)]:pb-2\"><a href=\"https:\/\/www.ssga.com\/us\/en\">State Street Investment Management<\/a>, a global giant in asset management, has entered into a multi-year partnership with the\u00a0<a class=\"hover:text-super hover:decoration-super break-words underline decoration-from-font underline-offset-1 transition-all duration-300\" href=\"https:\/\/www.wnba.com\/\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"nofollow noopener\">Women\u2019s National Basketball Association (WNBA)<\/a>. As the official investment management and exchange-traded fund (ETF) partner of the league, <a href=\"https:\/\/www.ssga.com\/us\/en\">State Street<\/a> and its SPY ETF will now have title sponsorship status on major league events, fresh content programs, and a national slate of financial empowerment campaigns.<\/p>\n<p class=\"my-2 [&amp;+p]:mt-4 [&amp;_strong:has(+br)]:inline-block [&amp;_strong:has(+br)]:pb-2\">The partnership recognizes the aligned visions of both organizations\u2014to show that belief, investment, and commitment can turn dreams into reality for fans, athletes, and communities. It also reflects the <a href=\"https:\/\/www.wnba.com\/\">WNBA<\/a>\u2019s remarkable brand growth, with the league recently named one of the world\u2019s most innovative by Fast Company.<\/p>\n<h3 class=\"mb-2 mt-4 font-display font-semimedium text-base first:mt-0\"><strong>Title Sponsorships and Signature Programs<\/strong><\/h3>\n<p class=\"my-2 [&amp;+p]:mt-4 [&amp;_strong:has(+br)]:inline-block [&amp;_strong:has(+br)]:pb-2\">As part of the deal, <a href=\"https:\/\/www.ssga.com\/us\/en\">State Street Investment Management<\/a> and SPY become the title sponsor of the WNBA Preseason and the WNBA Coach of the Year Award, which honors the league\u2019s top leader each season. The partnership also includes a content series called \u201cYear 1\u201d that highlights standout rookie athletes, providing fans an inside look into their transition to the professional game. In addition, State Street will serve as an associate sponsor of the\u00a0WNBA Draft\u00a0and the\u00a0AT&amp;T WNBA All-Star Game.<\/p>\n<p class=\"my-2 [&amp;+p]:mt-4 [&amp;_strong:has(+br)]:inline-block [&amp;_strong:has(+br)]:pb-2\"><strong>Yie-Hsin Hung, President and CEO of State Street Investment Management,<\/strong>\u00a0said:<br \/>\n\u201cState Street Investment Management and the WNBA share a vision that when you believe and invest in your future, your dreams can become a reality. We\u2019re thrilled to partner with the WNBA, one of the fastest-growing brands in all of sports, to help tens of millions of fans learn how investing in their future can advance their ambitions \u2013 just like the athletes they admire.\u201d<\/p>\n<h3 class=\"mb-2 mt-4 font-display font-semimedium text-base first:mt-0\"><strong>Advancing Financial Education and Community Access<\/strong><\/h3>\n<p class=\"my-2 [&amp;+p]:mt-4 [&amp;_strong:has(+br)]:inline-block [&amp;_strong:has(+br)]:pb-2\">Through youth clinics hosted by WNBA ambassadors, refurbishing basketball courts, and educational outreach, State Street aims to make investing and financial wellness more accessible to the next generation of athletes and fans alike. The focus is not just on financial products but investing in dreams, ambitions, and long-term goals\u2014whether on the court or in everyday life.<\/p>\n<p class=\"my-2 [&amp;+p]:mt-4 [&amp;_strong:has(+br)]:inline-block [&amp;_strong:has(+br)]:pb-2\"><strong>WNBA Commissioner Cathy Engelbert<\/strong>\u00a0said:<br \/>\n\u201cAt the WNBA, we are proud to be partnering with State Street Investment Management, one of the largest asset managers in the world. State Street Investment Management is an incredibly innovative leader in the investment management industry, and we have a shared mission to inspire and support our fans beyond the game. We look forward to working with <a href=\"https:\/\/www.ssga.com\/us\/en\">State<\/a> Street Investment Management as they help investors evaluate and reach their financial goals.\u201d<\/p>\n<h3 class=\"mb-2 mt-4 font-display font-semimedium text-base first:mt-0\"><strong>Featuring Legends: Lisa Leslie and the \u201cGetting There Starts Here\u201d Campaign<\/strong><\/h3>\n<p class=\"my-2 [&amp;+p]:mt-4 [&amp;_strong:has(+br)]:inline-block [&amp;_strong:has(+br)]:pb-2\">To highlight the power of investing in both self and the future, State Street will also feature Hall-of-Famer Lisa Leslie in its new campaign. Leslie, a three-time WNBA MVP, four-time Olympic gold medalist, and a force as commentator, coach, investor, and leader, will share how investing supported her journey.<\/p>\n<p class=\"my-2 [&amp;+p]:mt-4 [&amp;_strong:has(+br)]:inline-block [&amp;_strong:has(+br)]:pb-2\"><strong>Lisa Leslie<\/strong>\u00a0said:<br \/>\n\u201cWhether you\u2019re a professional athlete, an aspiring entrepreneur, or a recent college graduate who just landed your first job, investing in the long-term potential of the financial markets is investing in your own potential. I\u2019ve seen firsthand what\u2019s possible through the power of investing, and I\u2019m excited to be partnering with State Street Investment Management to inspire more people to take control of their future.\u201d<\/p>\n<h3 class=\"mb-2 mt-4 font-display font-semimedium text-base first:mt-0\"><strong>What This Means for Fans and the WNBA<\/strong><\/h3>\n<p class=\"my-2 [&amp;+p]:mt-4 [&amp;_strong:has(+br)]:inline-block [&amp;_strong:has(+br)]:pb-2\">This partnership means fans can expect more storytelling, accessible financial education, and community outreach\u2014forged at the intersection of sport, ambition, and lifelong learning. Watch for financial literacy initiatives, on-location activations, and new content spotlighting rookies, coaches, and all-time legends in seasons ahead.<\/p>\n<p class=\"my-2 [&amp;+p]:mt-4 [&amp;_strong:has(+br)]:inline-block [&amp;_strong:has(+br)]:pb-2\">For more, visit the\u00a0official WNBA site\u00a0and\u00a0State Street\u2019s newsroom. 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