

The Sport Businessman Podcast
Edoardo Grandi
Conversations with investors and builders in sport business
Episodes
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Jan 27, 2026 • 23min
#63: Han Park | CEO & Founder, Payment Labs
We speak with Han Park, CEO & Founder of Payment Labs, on how global payouts are being rebuilt for esports, sports, NIL, and the creator economy and why paying individuals across borders remains one of the most overlooked operational challenges in the digital economy.With 25+ years across gaming and esports, including leading Turtle Entertainment America (ESL Gaming), Han breaks down how Payment Labs enables compliant, efficient payments in 150+ currencies across 180+ countries, and why simplifying onboarding, tax, and cross‑border routing unlocks scale for businesses paying talent worldwide.Sport Businessman is a media platform built for investors to learn business models and investable opportunities across sport, media, and entertainment. To request a podcast appearance or explore collaboration opportunities, contact: edoardo@sport-businessman.com

Jan 22, 2026 • 29min
#62: Edoardo Martorelli | Founder & Executive Director, Drive Sports Marketing
We speak with Edoardo Martorelli, Founder & Executive Director of Drive Sports Marketing, on how brands, rights holders, and drivers build strategic partnerships across Formula 1 and global motorsport. With 10+ years in commercial strategy including senior roles at Scuderia AlphaTauri and Right Formula, Edoardo breaks down sponsorship sales, partnership management, and global brand activation in one of the world’s most competitive ecosystems.Sport Businessman is a media platform built for investors to learn business models and investable opportunities across sport, media, and entertainment. To request a podcast appearance or explore collaboration opportunities, contact: edoardo@sport-businessman.com

Jan 20, 2026 • 18min
#61: Antonio Alquezar | CEO & Team Principal, Spain SailGP
We speak with Antonio Alquezar, Team Principal of Spain SailGP, on how the team went from last in Season 3 to World Champions in Season 4 by aligning performance, sustainability, and purpose inside one of the world’s fastest‑growing sports leagues.

Jan 16, 2026 • 20min
#60: Raphael Gellar | CEO of Forward Sports Group
We speak with Raphael Gellar, Founder of Forward Sports Group, on how his boutique football consultancy represents players, coaches, and clubs across global markets. From contract negotiation to branding, marketing, and sponsorship acquisition, Raphael breaks down how Forward brokers deals across Europe, Asia, North America, and Africa built on a foundation of integrity and long‑term client trust.Sport Businessman is a media platform built for investors to learn business models and investable opportunities across sport, media, and entertainment. To request a podcast appearance or explore collaboration opportunities, contact: edoardo@sport-businessman.com

Jan 14, 2026 • 20min
#59: Koen Put | Senior Partner & Managing Director, Double Pass
We speak with Koen Put, Senior Partner & Managing Director at Double Pass, on how the company builds and optimizes talent‑development ecosystems for clubs, leagues, and federations worldwide. From “glocalized” academy strategy to consulting across 125 countries, Koen explains how Double Pass helps investors, executives, and sporting leaders create sustainable football performance and long‑term player development.Sport Businessman is a media platform built for investors to learn business models and investable opportunities across sport, media, and entertainment. To request a podcast appearance or explore collaboration opportunities, contact: edoardo@sport-businessman.com

Dec 3, 2025 • 23min
#58: Massimo Marinelli | Founder & Managing Partner of Berkida Ventures
Massimo Marinelli, Founder & Managing Partner of Berkida VenturesFor collaborations, or if you are an investor or builder in sports and would like to appear on the podcast, contact: edoardo@sport-businessman.com🌐 Visit: sport-businessman.comAbout the Podcast:On The Sport Businessman Podcast, I speak with leading investors and operators in the business of sport, media, and entertainment. Together, we explore proven playbooks for profitability and strategies to ensure the long-term sustainability of investment and entrepreneurial projects.

Nov 25, 2025 • 39min
#57: Massimo Zanetti, Owner Virtus Bologna & Founder Segafredo Zanetti
Conversation with Massimo Zanetti, Founder of Segafredo Zanetti and Owner of Virtus Bologna. We discuss how he built a global coffee business from Italian roots, and why sport ownership and sponsorship are central to his strategy. The episode covers Segafredo Zanetti’s international expansion, the role of cycling and basketball in brand visibility, and the process of building Virtus Bologna into one of the most decorated basketball teams in Europe.For collaborations, or if you are an investor or builder in sports and would like to appear on the podcast, contact: edoardo@sport-businessman.com🌐 Visit: sport-businessman.comAbout the Podcast:On The Sport Businessman Podcast, I speak with leading investors and operators in the business of sport, media, and entertainment. Together, we explore proven playbooks for profitability and strategies to ensure the long-term sustainability of investment and entrepreneurial projects.

Nov 19, 2025 • 21min
#56: Omer Atesmen, CEO The Snow League
Omer Atesmen, CEO of The Snow LeagueFor collaborations, or if you are an investor or builder in sports and would like to appear on the podcast, contact: edoardo@sport-businessman.com🌐 Visit: sport-businessman.comAbout the Podcast:On The Sport Businessman Podcast, I speak with leading investors and operators in the business of sport, media, and entertainment. Together, we explore proven playbooks for profitability and strategies to ensure the long-term sustainability of investment and entrepreneurial projects.

Nov 12, 2025 • 25min
#55: Mike Buckley, Co-Owner & CEO of United States SailGP Team
Mike Buckley, Co-Owner & CEO of United States SailGP TeamFor collaborations, or if you are an investor or builder in sports and would like to appear on the podcast, contact: edoardo@sport-businessman.com🌐 Visit: sport-businessman.comAbout the Podcast:On The Sport Businessman Podcast, I speak with leading investors and operators in the business of sport, media, and entertainment. Together, we explore proven playbooks for profitability and strategies to ensure the long-term sustainability of investment and entrepreneurial projects.

Nov 5, 2025 • 21min
#54: Matt Rizzetta, Founder & Managing Partner of Underdog Global Partners
Matt Rizzetta, Founder & Managing Partner of Underdog Global PartnersFor collaborations, or if you are an investor or builder in sports and would like to appear on the podcast, contact: edoardo@sport-businessman.com🌐 Visit: sport-businessman.comAbout the Podcast:On The Sport Businessman Podcast, I speak with leading investors and operators in the business of sport, media, and entertainment. Together, we explore proven playbooks for profitability and strategies to ensure the long-term sustainability of investment and entrepreneurial projects.


