A one-day experience, Tech Day LA will give current and former NBPA members an opportunity to learn about emerging technologies and connect with industry executives 

LOS ANGELES, CA, July 28, 2022 – The National Basketball Players Association (NBPA) announced the launch of Tech Day LA, its newest career development program for players taking place today in Los Angeles, CA. Led by Noah Lichtenstein, Founder and Managing Partner of early-stage venture capital firm Crossover VC, the NBPA’s Tech Day LA program has been designed to provide member participants with an engaging and comprehensive opportunity to learn about and experience first-hand the inner workings of the technology industry.

Through the Tech Day experience, member participants will tour a selection of venture-backed technology companies in the Greater Los Angeles area to meet with the teams building some of the most exciting emerging products in technology, gain insight into the day-to-day operations of technology businesses at various stages of scale, and attend a networking dinner at the end of the day with a curated group of tech founders and executives. Among the technology startups member participants will be visiting are aerospace innovator SpaceX, live video commerce platform Whatnot, and robotic delivery startup Coco.

Beginning in 2016, the NBPA has hosted various programs, summits, and experiences for current and former players interested in product development, careers, and investment opportunities in the technology industry.

 “Tech has always been an area of interest for our members and we believe this experience is a great learning environment for them to gain insight into this ever-evolving industry,” said Deborah Murman, the NBPA Director of Career Development. “We have designed this program in a truly experiential fashion, giving our members an opportunity to see first-hand how companies in robotics and e-commerce operate on a day-to-day basis. I am really excited to launch this program and give our participants a practical experience to maximize their platforms off the court.”

“I've been proud to lead the NBPA's technology programming since 2018, and it's been amazing to see the level of excitement and interest from the players when it comes to learning about new products, investments, and business opportunities within this growing sector,” said Noah Lichtenstein, Founder and Managing Partner of early-stage venture capital firm Crossover VC. “There's no better way to learn about tech than to meet the founders, demo the products, and engage with the teams behind the latest innovations, and we have designed the NBPA's Tech Day experience to do just that.”

Note - Site visits at SpaceX, Whatnot, and Coco as part of the NBPA Tech Day experience are closed to outside media.

All media inquiries should be directed to communications@nbpa.com.

About the NBPA

The National Basketball Players Association is the union for current professional basketball players in the National Basketball Association (NBA). Established in 1954, the NBPA’s mission is to protect and support the rights and talents of our players, magnify the power of their collective will, and amplify their voices as leaders who will transcend sport and society globally.

The NBPA advocates on behalf of the best interests of all NBA players, including the negotiation of collective bargaining agreements, the filing of grievances on behalf of the players, or counseling players on benefits, educational and post-NBA career opportunities. Business opportunities are generated by THINK450, the for-profit subsidiary of the NBPA charged with managing the players’ group licensing rights.

Dedicated to preserving the legacy of its members, the NBPA Foundation provides support and assistance to persons, communities, and organizations around the world that seek to improve the lives of those in need.

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