Carrie Potter, a Lecturer in Rice University’s Department of Sport Management, has recently been named as an honoree for “Women Who Mean Business” by the Houston Business Journal.
Potter earned both her B.B.A and her M.B.A from George Washington University in Washington D.C. Following her departure from GWU in 2001, she worked as Vice President at PMG Sports in D.C. In 2006, she founded her own consulting and financial planning firm, The Carrie Potter Group, LLC. Her firm serves professional athletes as well as small businesses in a range of industries. Potter carries her financial expertise into the classroom by teaching the Sport Finance course at Rice.
“Being recognized as a Woman Who Means Business by the Houston Business Journal is truly an honor,” Potter said. “Given that they select us based upon career achievement, contribution to company and city success, community involvement, and leadership, it is a very prestigious recognition.”
Potter has certainly been a great influence to the Houston community. She was a founding member and served as president of the Houston Women in Sports & Events (WISE) chapter. She also served on and chaired the Houston Area Women’s Center Board of Directors for 10 years. Potter uses her impressive public speaking skills to make fundraising speeches for the Women’s Center, George Bush Presidential Library, and other causes she supports.
“I am passionate about several community and civic causes, especially those related to women,” Potter said. “I am grateful to be honored for the work I have done to make the Greater Houston community a better place for all.”
Potter’s accomplishments and contributions are without a doubt deserving of such an award. Despite the uncertainty of the ongoing pandemic, she remains confident and will continue to expand her business.
“I do believe that innovation is the key to the future,” said Potter. “We must create new ways of doing business, engaging fans, and delivering content.”
Elizabeth Martin, a sophomore from Houston, Texas, is double-majoring in Sport Management and Psychology.