DraftKings appoints two Black women to its Board of Directors

Fantasy sports company DraftKings earlier this week announced its new appointment of Valerie Mosley and Jocelyn Moore to its Board of Directors. The company also, recently, made NBA legend Michael Jordan the Special Advisor to the board.

DraftKings CEO and co-founder Jason Robins expressed his excitement about the new additions to the board in a press statement. He said he looked forward to working with “Valerie and Jocelyn” as all efforts are needed to continue to grow the company.

“They each bring a unique skill set that will complement those of our existing members while simultaneously bringing new perspectives and ideas to the table,” he said.

Valerie Mosley is the founder of tech platform Upward Wealth, a company that helps customers grow their wealth. She also worked at Wellington Management Company L.L.P., a global management firm. She describes DraftKings as a “fast-growing, powerhouse company” with an effective management team.

“I look forward to helping DraftKings continue to add value to their shareholders and stakeholders,” Mosley said in a press statement. “I have invested in and advised small private companies and large public ones, and I’m excited to help DraftKings continue its already impressive transition into a smart, strategic, and well-managed public company.”

Jocelyn Moore served as the executive vice president of Communications and Public Affair for the National Football Leagues. She currently is the Executive-in-Residence at The Gathering Spot, Atlanta, in addition to her new appointment at DraftKings. About her new appointment at DraftKings, she describes the fantasy sports company and “innovative” and “engaging”.

“Draft Kings has revolutionized the way sports fans consume content,” Moore said in a press statement. “As a responsible citizen, DraftKings is also doing authentic intentional work to support racial equality and social justice—as demonstrated by today’s Board announcement as well as the company’s $1 million annual commitment to its Inclusion, Equity, and Belonging initiative. I look forward to helping DraftKings continue to innovate for consumers and deliver value for shareholders.”