IMG Academy is the worldâs leading sports education brand, serving over 150,000 student-athletes and 40,000 coaches annually through its boarding school, camps, online coaching, and recruiting services. Under the leadership of CEO Brent Richard, IMG Academy has evolved from a campus-based institution into a global powerhouse shaping the next generation of elite athletes.
Brent Richardâs vision is to make IMG Academyâs life-changing experiences accessible to student-athletes worldwide, ensuring that sports remain a platform for growth, education, and opportunity. In 2023, he spearheaded IMG Academyâs acquisition by Nord Anglia & EQT for $1.25B, securing a future of expanded resources, scholarships, and digital scale.
From leading $5 billion+ in sports deals at Endeavor to co-founding The Raine Group, Brent Richard has been at the forefront of sports, media, and entertainment investments. In this episode, we dive into the future of youth sports, NILâs impact on student-athletes, and how AI & womenâs sports are shaping the next era of sports education.
Chapters:
(01:10) - Introduction to IMG Academy
(03:32) - Brent's Journey & Evolution
(08:55) - The Evolution of IMG Academy
(16:13) - Youth Sports Landscape & Trends
(21:55) - NIL & Its Impact on Student-Athletes
(27:21) - Future Trends: AI & Women's Sports
Brent Richard:
đ Website:IMGAcademy.com
đŒ LinkedIn:https://www.linkedin.com/in/brent-richard-5808b34/
Andrew Petcash:
đ Website:https://profluence.com
đŁ Twitter:https://twitter.com/andrewpetcash
đŒ LinkedIn:https://www.linkedin.com/in/andrewpetcash/
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