Tanesha Wade

Tanesha Wade enters her 14th season with the Chicago Bears in 2026 and was named Executive Vice President of Diversity, Equity, and Inclusion & Chief Impact Officer on May 1, 2024.

Wade works closely with President & CEO Kevin Warren and the executive leadership team to lead the continued development and execution of a comprehensive, community-centered DEI strategy for the Bears. Her work integrates Club principles across all organizational facets, from player and alumni relations to fan engagement and internal team dynamics. Wade collaborates with club leadership, alumni, advisory boards and various stakeholders to foster strategic partnerships, promote equity and inclusivity, grow access to youth sports locally and globally and amplify marginalized voices, ensuring organizational initiatives and mission-driven priorities resonate broadly to make a meaningful impact throughout our communities.

Through her leadership, the Bears will continue to champion enhanced efforts in local community outreach and engagement, charitable giving initiatives, supplier and partner diversification and inclusive opportunities for business accessibility and economic advancement. Wade and her staff focus on the development, strategic design and implementation of the organization’s community engagement and social impact initiatives, overseeing the evolution and operation of key social justice efforts, player and alumni engagement and advancement of philanthropic efforts. Her team serve