Dev Ward is the Head of Digital at the WNBA, leading digital transformation and growth initiatives, with previous experience at Disney Parks.Dev Ward discusses curating the digital experience for the WNBA fan base, utilizing data and social listening to measure engagement.Personalization in the fan experience is crucial, balancing engagement and revenue while ensuring a seamless, personalized app experience.Segmentation by behavior, location, and sentiment is used to tailor digital experiences for the diverse WNBA fan base.Dev Ward emphasizes aligning digital products with the WNBA's long-term goals and staying agile to adjust to changing business objectives.Strategic thinking drives core product offerings, like creating a configurable mobile app and focusing on user-friendly design.The redesign of the WNBA app involved prioritization, gathering fan feedback, and creating a central platform for all WNBA content.The biggest obstacle faced during the app redesign process was prioritization, balancing multiple fan needs and requests.Monitoring social engagement and storytelling are key for measuring brand affinity and enhancing fan loyalty in digital experiences.Collaboration with various teams, including data analytics and marketing, is essential to optimize digital experiences and drive fan engagement.