Overview
- Forbes placed Benson at No. 1 on its new annual list recognizing 25 leaders shaping the sports economy.
- She assumed control of the New Orleans Saints and Pelicans in 2018 after Tom Benson's death, creating a rare cross-league ownership profile.
- Forbes cites combined team valuations of $8.35 billion and estimates Benson's personal net worth at $7.9 billion.
- Her clubs have driven international outreach, with the Saints securing NFL marketing rights in France and partnering with the Paris Musketeers of the European League of Football.
- NFL Commissioner Roger Goodell has credited Benson with helping bring Super Bowl LIX to New Orleans and praised her leadership.