Path To The Pros
What does it take to become an executive professional in sports? How do you work your way through the ranks to become a leader in one of the world's most exciting and innovative industries? We dive into the personal lives of some of the most talented and successful executives in sports and entertainment.
This is the Path to the Pros hosted by Samir Prince.
Episodes
28 episodes
The Fan Matrix: Understanding the Diverse Fan Engagement in Sports
In this episode of Path to the Pros, we're thrilled to welcome Nancy Elder, an accomplished leader whose 25+ year career has been defined by driving innovation, transforming teams, and delivering growth across some of the world's most competiti...
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Season 3
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Episode 10
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46:39
Guiding Greatness: The Importance of Mentorship in Sports Business
In this episode, we sit down with Joe Stetson, a seasoned C-suite business leader with over 20 years of experience reimagining iconic brands and generating record revenues. Joe has held key positions at Madison Square Garden Networks, BSE Globa...
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Season 3
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Episode 9
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46:15
Building Entertainment Empires: Endeavor Analytics’ Support for Athlete Ventures
Join us as we dive into the world of entertainment with our guest, Zack Rose, the Senior Vice President at Endeavor Analytics. With a rich background and a demonstrated history of working in the entertainment industry, Zack brings a wealth of k...
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Season 3
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Episode 8
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36:04
Crossing the Pond: Navigating Sports Marketing Dynamics Between the UK and the US
In this Path to the Pros episode, we sit down with Declan Bodger, the SVP/CMO at Kroenke Sports & Entertainment. Declan's journey from physical education teacher to working as a pit crew at Formula 3 was just the beginn...
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Season 3
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Episode 7
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43:52
Game Changers: Leveraging Business Intelligence and Technology with the San Jose Sharks
Meet Neda Tabatabaie, a trailblazer in the world of data within sports. As the first in her role at the San Jose Sharks, she pioneered CRM and business analytics, transforming how the organization leverages data to customize the fan experience ...
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Season 3
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Episode 6
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51:01
The Increasing Challenges Rightsholders are Facing to Secure Revenue
Welcome to another episode of the Path to the Pros podcast. This week, Samir Prince sat down with Ian Smith, Managing Director of International Business Development at Relevent Sports Group.In this conversation, we explore Ian's journey...
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Season 3
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Episode 5
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51:55
The Digital Dugout: How AI is Changing the Game in Sports
This week, we dive deep into the story of David Burke, Executive Vice President of Sales and Business Development for the Pittsburgh Pirates. We explore AI's transformative impact on the industry, emphasizing that it isn't...
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Season 3
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Episode 4
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45:47
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Building a Winning Culture
In today's episode, we're exploring the remarkable career of Joe Cote, the Portland Timbers' Chief Revenue Officer.With over 16 years of experience with the Portland Timbers and previously working for the Columbus Blue Jackets, this sen...
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Season 3
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Episode 3
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42:26
Beyond Boundaries: A Global Journey in Sports Marketing
A global marketing leader with over a decade of experience in the sports, media, and entertainment industries, Karim's journey is a testament to his diverse expertise and ability to drive high-performing teams to deliver standout results global...
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Season 3
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Episode 2
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27:17
From Media, to Sports, to Collegiate and Entertainment – Here’s How Great Salespeople Can Become Great Sales Leaders
We're kicking off Season 3 by diving into the remarkable career journey of Jason Oberlander, the Chief Commercial Officer at ASM Global. A seasoned professional in sales, marketing, and strategic roles across various media and sports organizati...
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Season 3
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Episode 1
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37:20
Bulls, Brands, and Breakthroughs: The Business Behind Professional Bull Riding's Surge
Mark Fine is a true titan in sports entertainment, working with some of the most iconic sports brands. He went from the Harlem Globetrotters to the New York Mets, Brooklyn Nets, and Las Vegas Desert Dogs before ultimately finding his calling at...
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Season 2
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Episode 10
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33:21
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Beyond the End Zone: Unraveling the Unpredictable Journey to Success in Sports Business
For our first chat of 2024, we're joined by Jade Burroughs, the Chief of Staff at the NFL. Jade's journey in the sports business is a testament to her unwavering drive. Starting her career as a marketing intern at the Philadelphia ...
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Season 2
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Episode 9
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28:14
Elevating Your Career: A Sales Executive's Path to the C-Suite
Join Samir Prince as he chats with John Beaven, Chief Revenue Officer at the Golden State Warriors. John takes us through his unique career journey, starting as a Junior Sales Executive to becoming the Chief Revenue Officer for one of the world...
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Season 2
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Episode 8
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30:55
Game Changers: Innovations Revolutionizing Sports
Meet Humza Teherany, Chief Technology and Digital Officer at renowned spots company Maple Leaf Sports & Entertainment Partnership.In this session, Humza discusses how technology is revolutionizing the world of sports, focusing on ML...
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Season 2
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Episode 7
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24:07
Crafting Your Personal Brand for Business Growth
In this discussion, we dive deep into the world of LinkedIn and its potential as a business growth tool in the sports industry. Our guest, Jentry Mullins, the Vice President of Ticket Sales and Service at BSE Global, shares his story wit...
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Season 2
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Episode 6
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30:18
It's Time To Own Your Professional Development
From a sports radio intern in college to a Senior Vice President of Strategy & Operations at The Aspire Group, one of the biggest sports and entertainment marketing firms, meet Chad Cardinal.In this episode, we discuss owning your p...
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Season 2
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Episode 5
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From The Sidelines To The Boardroom: Speaking Up And Driving Change
Meet Cosmina Schulman, Senior Vice President of Broadcast and Digital Partnerships at New England Sports Network (NESN). Cosmina gravitated from retail to media sales to finally land her dream role at NESN. She discusses her journey and achieve...
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Season 2
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Episode 4
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25:20
Do Your Job While Building Long-Term Relationships
Introducing Jeff Price, Chief Commercial Officer for the PGA of America. His path was unique, driven by mentor and mentee relationships, landing positions in the biggest brands in the US. Plus, we find out how he transitioned from sales into le...
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Season 2
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Episode 3
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36:03
From Likes To Loyalty: Engaging Fans Beyond The Game
Meet Becky Kimbro, the Senior Vice President of Brand Engagement for the basketball team San Antonio Spurs. We unpack everything about the changing fan experience to social media's impact on the sports industry; plus, we get exclusive news on w...
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Season 2
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Episode 2
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30:01
Solo Superwoman: Juggling Motherhood And A Dream Job
We sit down with Kathryn Dobbs, Chief Marketing Officer of the Columbus Blue Jackets. Her journey wasn't typical, from finding her passion in the non-profit sector to heading up one of the most successful marketing teams within the hockey space...
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Season 2
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Episode 1
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27:05
Leading A Winning Team On And Off The Pitch
We're excited to introduce our next guest, Brad Sims, the President and CEO of New York City Football Club. We learn how he got into the world of sports, his experience working for the NBA and Cleveland Cavaliers, and how he's now leading a win...
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Season 1
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Episode 8
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32:26
You Probably Know Him: Building A Sports Community With Connections
Meet our guest Fred Mangione, a sports business executive who has worked with FIFA, the Nets, the Jets and the Islanders. Fred is a top executive that everyone knows in the industry; hear about how he's built up a strong community and the advic...
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Season 1
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Episode 7
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18:23
Diversifying The Sports Industry
Meet our guest Sean Singletary, Senior Vice President of Brand Consulting at CSM Sports & Entertainment industry. Hear about his journey and how he works to diversify the industry.
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Season 1
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Episode 6
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14:55
The Force Is Female
Meet Ishwara Glassman Chrein, former President of Chicago Fire FC. Learn about her journey in a male-dominated industry and how she got to where she is today.
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Season 1
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Episode 5
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13:01
The Transition - From Live Sports To Live Entertainment
Meet our guest Jennifer Davenport, ex-CMO of the Houston Texans and now Chief Marketing & Experience Officer at the Houston Grand Opera. We'll discuss her transition from live sports to live entertainment and the best advice she'd give thos...
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Season 1
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Episode 3
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