Jael Thorpe

Founder & CEO, Gameday Social® Apparel Co

Jael Thorpe is the founder and CEO of Gameday Social Apparel, a certified women-owned company redefining the female fan experience through licensed collaborations. An entrepreneur since college, Jael’s roots in photography and fashion led her to launch the brand in 2021, which has quickly developed national recognition in a competitive space. Under Jael’s leadership, Gameday Social has expanded beyond college and into professional sports, built an international supply chain, and grown to a team of 25. She is passionate about maintaining her South Dakota roots as the company scales, and her goals as a leader are rooted in faith, family, and innovation.