Feb 8, 2023
In celebration of Black History Month, we're featuring three separate highlights from previous episodes that touch on Black history, DEI&B in sports, and where we as an industry still need to improve.
[0:05] Kevin Warren - former Commissioner of the Big Ten - on the Big Life Series that brought 100 student-athletes...
Feb 1, 2023
Kim Pegula - President & CEO of Pegula Sports & Entertainment and Co-Owner/President of the Buffalo Bills and Buffalo Sabres - on the development project for a new stadium in Buffalo. She also discusses the team's plans to market to Toronto and Southern Ontario, part of their Designated Marketing Area (DMA).
She...
Jan 25, 2023
Chatri Sityodtong – Founder &
CEO of ONE – on the significance of ONE Championship's
partnership with Amazon, and how it meshes with their broader
global strategy. Their first U.S. event is less than 4 months away,
and Chatri hopes to build up to 12 live events a year.
He also compares ONE to UFC, and explains...
Jan 18, 2023
What are the traits of a successful athletic director?
Heather Lyke - Director of Athletics at the University of Pittsburgh - breaks it down and explains the importance of being in sync with university leadership, especially when it comes to taking risks and making big decisions.
Jan 11, 2023
Amy Azzi – Senior Director of Sports Marketing and Sponsorships at T-Mobile – on how to prepare your brand portfolio for an economic downturn.
She explains why telecom services are necessities and are therefore well-positioned to weather the storm. Still, she and her team make sure they are smart with their...