Making philanthropic touchdowns for close to 40 years, renowned sports agent and philanthropist Leigh Steinberg hosted his 38th annual Leigh Steinberg Super Bowl Party on Feb. 8, bringing together sports, science and philanthropy under one roof at the New Orleans Jazz Museum.
The day began with the 12th Annual Brain Health Summit and Health Innovation Panel, followed by the debut of “Music & the Mind” hosted by Big Freedia, a program that connects music’s healing power to brain health. A limited-edition vinyl by Myndstream, which had tracks curated and created to have a positive effect on the brain, was sold on-site to benefit the National Urban League, the event’s community partner.
The evening concluded with the 10th Annual Steinberg DeNicola Humanitarian Awards, honoring NFL players, coaches, owners and executives, as well as health and community leaders who give back and make a positive impact in their communities. This year’s honorees included: Drew Brees, National Urban League President and CEO Marc Morial, New Orleans Saints owner Gayle Benson, Las Vegas Raiders President Sandra Douglass Morgan, Sean Payton, Nate Wiggins, Dr. Siegfried Othmer and Susan F. Othmer and Joy RX, represented by CEO Jack Pipkin, and the new Legacy Award recipient, Brett Favre.
Guests could also explore the Dr. Nicole F. Roberts Brain and Biohacking Lounge, featuring tech innovators like LUCID, Think and Virtuleap, showcased by the AgeTech Collaborative from AARP.
A highlight of the event, produced by ZOē Productions, was when Steinberg announced the launch of the Leigh Steinberg Foundation for Concussion, Traumatic Brain Injury, and Brain Health, continuing his decades-long advocacy.
“Our Super Bowl Party meshes the world of athletics, big business, big politics, and big entertainment to contribute to the community,” said Steinberg.
