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.
Path To The Pros
From Playing College Football to Leading Growth in a Crowded Sports Market and Building a Fanbase from Scratch as President for Orlando City SC – Jarrod Dillon
Sports fans and executives! Welcome back to episode TWO of Path to the Pros, powered by Forsyth Barnes.
Today’s guest? A Veteran in Sports and Entertainment, experienced executive Jarrod Dillon, explaining how he’s building lifelong fandom in Orlando - the US City ranked top for sports business!
With experience across the NHL and MLB, he is now backed by the Wilf family (who also own the Minnesota Vikings of the NFL) and leads the charge transforming fan experiences for Orlando City, listening to staff to fuel growth and focusing on authentic community connection.
Keen to champion mentorship that opens doors for the next generation, Jarrod sits down with Samir to reveal:
- How a sporting team goes about building a passionate, lasting fan community
- Where there is power in listening to fans, partners and staff to fuel growth
- Working hard to break into the industry, balancing career ambitions with personal values and family life
If you want real, actionable insights on building sports culture, driving fan engagement and advancing your own career in pro sports, this episode will deliver!
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