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Navigating Sports Business


Aug 5, 2026

It's the 150th episode of Navigating Sports Business! We're joined by our client, Don Rovak, to discuss to the latest with Camden Yards and the Baltimore Orioles.

 

Don Rovak - CRO at the Baltimore Orioles - has helped modernize and grow the Orioles' commercial operation. He and Jeff Nelson discuss the Camden Yards renovation and how the definition of a great fan experience is always changing.

 

They also explore some of the recently announced premium partnerships, the keys to hiring great sales people, and how success on the field impacts the business side.

 

Timestamps:

  • 1:20 - Differences working in NFL and MLB
  • 3:15 - Responsibilities of the C-Suite
  • 5:55 - Is hiring salespeople more difficult than ever?
  • 12:00 - How the team’s success impacts the CRO role
  • 15:10 - Camden Yards Renovations
  • 24:50 - Bringing non-baseball events to Camden Yards
  • 28:15 - Rapid Fire Questions

 

 

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