#208: Brent Richard - CEO, IMG Academy | The Future of Sports & Education

IMG Academy is the world’s 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 Richard’s vision is to make IMG Academy’s life-changing experiences accessible to student-athletes worldwide, ensuring that sports remain a platform for growth, education, and opportunity. In 2023, he spearheaded IMG Academy’s 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, NIL’s impact on student-athletes, and how AI & women’s 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:

🌎 Website:IMGAcademy.com

💼 LinkedIn:https://www.linkedin.com/in/brent-richard-5808b34/

Andrew Petcash:

🏠 Website:https://profluence.com

🐣 Twitter:https://twitter.com/andrewpetcash

💼 LinkedIn:https://www.linkedin.com/in/andrewpetcash/

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