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
Former NHL Flyers COO on Turning Setbacks into Opportunities, Leading Through Turbulence, and Where the Investment Landscape Truly Lies – Shawn Tilger
Sports leaders and aspiring executives! Welcome back to another episode of Path to the Pros, powered by Forsyth Barnes.
This week, Samir is joined by Shawn Tilger, former COO of the Philadelphia Flyers and now President of GF Sports & Entertainment, where he’s driving growth across a diverse portfolio of global sports and live entertainment properties.
Shawn’s journey is a masterclass in resilience and adaptability. After a career-ending injury redirected him from athlete to executive, he spent over two decades shaping the Flyers’ brand, culture and fan experience before transitioning into private equity, bringing his operational mindset to investing in tennis, golf and emerging sports.
Samir and Shawn discuss:
- Career growth in sports: Turning setbacks into opportunities and why adaptability is your biggest asset.
- Leadership that lasts: Lessons from two decades in the NHL and why great teams are built on trust, humility, and communication.
- Investing in the future: What makes a sport scalable, sustainable and what are the opportunities worth betting on.
If you’re passionate about sports business, leadership, and the future of live entertainment, this episode delivers invaluable insight from an inspiring, forward-thinking executive in the industry.
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Ready to build a winning team? When you partner with Forsyth Barnes, you’ll tap into a global talent network built specifically for the fast-paced world of sports and entertainment. Visit www.forsythbarnes.com/sports for more information, or email samir.prince@forsythbarnes.com if you’re a hiring manager ready to build your winning team.
Start your season right with superior hires.
Ready to build a winning team? When you partner with Forsyth Barnes, you’ll tap into a global talent network built specifically for the fast-paced world of sports and entertainment. Visit www.forsythbarnes.com/sports for more information, or email samir.prince@forsythbarnes.com if you’re a hiring manager ready to build your winning team.