Episode 2 - Ed Up Insights ft. Amy Privette Perko

Amy Privette Perko is a leading voice in college sports reform and the Chief Executive Officer of the Knight Commission on Intercollegiate Athletics, a role she has held since 2016 after serving as its executive director since 2005. Under her leadership, the Commission has driven transformative changes in NCAA policy, including requiring teams to meet academic benchmarks for postseason eligibility and revising revenue distribution to reward educational outcomes. Perko has championed financial transparency, gender equity, and athlete well-being through initiatives like the C.A.R.E. Model, which aligns athletics revenue with educational priorities. A former standout basketball player at Wake Forest University, where she earned Academic All-America honors and set multiple school records, Perko combines athletic experience with decades of administrative leadership at the NCAA and the University of Kansas. Her contributions have earned her prestigious honors such as the NCAA Silver Anniversary Award, the Dick Enberg Award, and recognition as a “Game Changer” by Sports Business Journal. Beyond policy advocacy, she is a frequent media commentator and keynote speaker, shaping national conversations on governance, athlete compensation, and the future of college sports.