Keynote Speaker
Christie Pearce Rampone
Former Captain, U.S. Women’s National Soccer Team 4-time Olympian, 3-time Olympic Gold Medalist; 5-time Women’s World Cup Player, 2-time WoNT’s World Cup WinnerChristie Pearce Rampone’s life story exemplifies how humility, perseverance and hard work can be the perfect formula for success, on and off the field. It’s not always about lifting the trophy or the gold medal, but the lessons you learn when you loose as well. When you need to “pivot” some of the best opportunities arise and they can lead to some of your biggest successes.
Known for her lead by example approach to the game, Christie, known as “Captain America” wore the arm band from 2008 until she retired in 2017. She won three Olympic Gold Medals (2004, 2008, 2012), and played in five Women’s World Cups (1999, 2003, 2007, 2011, 2015),winning two (1999, 2015), making her one of the most decorated players in US history.