VEGAS ELITE
Valerie Brown
TENURE
PHILOSOPHY
Valerie Brown operates on three core principles:
1. Access Over Everything
- "Talent is universal, but opportunity isn’t."
- She believes in removing barriers—whether geographic, financial, or systemic—by scouting globally and creating pathways for overlooked players.
- Her events (like Nike EYB) and Vegas Elite platform are designed to expose talent to the right eyes.
2. Relationships > Transactions
- "This isn’t about ‘clients’—it’s about building careers and legacies."
- Rejects the "meat market" approach to talent management. Prioritizes long-term development, mentorship, and authentic connections.
- Leverages her West Coast to worldwide network to open doors for players at every level (HS, college, pro, overseas).
3. Elevate the Culture
- "Great basketball should feel like an experience, not just a game."
- As an event organizer, she blends high-level competition with entertainment—think pro-style showcases, media coverage, and immersive environments.
- Uses Hoop Hospitality to teach players how to brand themselves, understand the business side, and maximize their influence.
BIO
ABOUT Valerie Brown
A powerhouse in the basketball world, Valerie Brown is the Director of Operations for Vegas Elite, where she oversees team logistics, player development, and elite event coordination. With an unparalleled eye for talent and a relentless drive to elevate the game, she has solidified herself as one of the most connected and respected figures in grassroots and professional basketball.
As the founder of Hoop Hospitality, a premier talent management and consultancy firm, Valerie specializes in athlete branding, staffing solutions, and media strategy. Her global network spans NBA prospects, overseas professionals, college standouts, and rising prep stars, making her a go-to resource for players looking to navigate their careers at every level.
A true basketball globetrotter, Valerie travels the world scouting talent, building relationships with coaches, agents, and organizations, and curating high-level opportunities for athletes. Her expertise extends to event organization, where she has earned a reputation as one of the West Coast’s best—spearheading elite tournaments, showcases, and Nike EYB circuits that attract top-tier competition.
Whether she’s mentoring young players, negotiating opportunities, or orchestrating must-attend basketball events, Valerie’s mission remains the same: to open doors, create platforms, and empower the next generation of hoopers.
You can have all the talent in the world, but without the right platform and people? It’s just potential. I’m here to turn that into reality.
