Day 2: Guest Speakers and Industry Experts
Roger Crawford
HALL OF FAME SPEAKER & BEST SELLING AUTHOR
Sports Illustrated calls Roger Crawford “One of the most accomplished physically challenged athletes in the world.”
After realizing tremendous success on center court as a Division 1 athlete, he took his talents to center stage and became a motivational speaker. Roger’s transformational message gives organizations the ability to decrease excuses, increase results, and break through self-imposed limitations. His remarkable life story is a powerful example that “Challenges are inevitable; defeat is optional.”
Roger is also a bestselling author whose books have been translated into 17 different languages. His most recent book Think to Win, The Power of Possibility Thinking helps readers embrace change, improve their mindset, and achieve breakthrough performances.
Sarah McQuade
GLOBAL COACH DEVELOPER AND FOUNDER OF E.T.C. CONSULTANTS
Sarah McQuade is the Founder of e.t.c coaching consultants, a globally recognized sport coach development consultancy specializing in organizational and strategic development. e.t.c designs and delivers innovative learning and development experiences that support systems and individuals to grow, adapt, and perform.
Sarah is a globally respected strategic advisor, coach developer, and mentor. She has led the design and delivery of international leadership and mentoring programs in partnership with organizations such as the Professional Tennis Registry and the PGA of GB & Ireland, as well as a range of global coach education bodies. Her work focuses on bridging the gap between theory and practice—helping coaches, leaders, and organizations create environments where people can thrive.
Known for her relational and thought-provoking approach, Sarah combines deep expertise in coach development with a strong belief in the power of mentoring, reflection, and human connection to drive meaningful and lasting impact.
Linda Low
GLOBAL COACH DEVELOPER AND LEARNING FACILITATOR
Linda Low is a globally respected coach developer and learning facilitator with extensive experience supporting coaches, leaders, and organizations across sport. She specializes in designing practical, people-centered development experiences that build confidence, capability, and connection—helping individuals and teams perform at their best.
As Programme Director of international leadership initiatives and a trusted partner to global sports federations, Linda has worked across a wide range of sports, translating high-performance principles into everyday coaching and management practice. Her approach is grounded in real-world application, combining clear frameworks with meaningful conversations that drive lasting impact.
Linda is a Senior Consultant with e.t.c coaching consultants, where she brings a wealth of expertise in leadership and development—particularly within women’s high-performance coach development environments.
Kim Bastable
DIRECTOR OF PROFESSIONAL RACQUETS MANAGEMENT - UNIVERSITY OF FLORIDA
Kim is the visionary behind the first university-based program dedicated to the business and leadership of the racquets industry. As the creator and lead instructor of the Director of Racquet Sports program at the University of Florida, she prepares future leaders to thrive in this evolving field. A former NCAA All-American and SEC champion player for the Gators, Kim has over 40 years of experience in racquet sports, including leadership roles at clubs and universities and as an on-court and mental performance coach. She holds a Masters in Education and a B.S. in Finance as well as multiple coaching and mental toughness certifications.
Ajay Pant
CEO - KARUNDY CONSULTING
Ajay is the founder of Karundy – his tennis consulting company that guarantees increased profit and revenue per court. Ajay was the Senior Vice President for Life Time Racquets for seven years. He worked with 130 clubs and managed the largest tennis, pickleball and squash operations in the United States. Ajay is the prior Senior Vice President Operations for the Junior Tennis Champions Center in Maryland. Pant was with Midtown Clubs for almost two decades and also served as their National Tennis Director. Ajay also served as the Cities Coordinator for Arthur Ashe and Nick Bollettieri Cities programs in multiple cities. Ajay is one of 16 global teaching pros who have been given the highest teaching designation of “Master Pro” by both the Racquet Sports Professional Association (RSPA) and Professional Tennis Registry (PTR). He has been awarded “Pro of the Year” by both PTR and USPTA and “Tennis Person of the Year” by Tennis Industry Association.
Robyn Duda
CEO - RACQUETX
Robyn Duda is a sought-after strategist, creative producer, and culture architect who specializes in building movements—not just moments.
With a deep background in experience design and human behavior, Robyn is a driving force behind the evolution of racquet sports culture in the United States. As the Co-Founder & CEO, she is the strategic engine behind RacquetX, the first event platform to unite tennis, pickleball, padel, squash, table tennis, and racquetball under one immersive, culturally relevant roof. From designing the business and consumer experience to leading America’s Racquet Week, Robyn reimagines how fans, athletes, brands, and media engage with sport.
Known for bridging commercial goals with community-driven values, Robyn has helped global companies and startups tap into the power of intentional design and storytelling. Her work sits at the intersection of sports, lifestyle, wellness, and innovation—creating spaces where people feel seen, inspired, and mobilized.
Robyn speaks on the future of sports culture, inclusive experience design, the convergence of play and purpose, and how to build with meaning in a distracted world.