The connection was nearly instant, and the bond will be lasting for dozens of women who uniquely understand working in football operations.
Vikings Director of Football Administration Anne Doepner and College Scouting Assistant Kelly Kleine met with other female employees of NFL teams and the league office last weekend in Arizona for the second annual Women’s Career Development Symposium.
The event featured networking opportunities and presentations on football administration, operations, coaching and scouting, as well as panel discussions and less formal talks.
Former Dolphins Vice President of Football Administration Dawn Aponte shared her career story, including how she worked to gain the trust of Bill Parcels with the Jets and was asked by the Hall of Fame Head Coach to join him in Miami.