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FOOTBALL BUSINESS Podcast by FBIN

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Apr 19, 2024 • 44min

Why Eintracht Frankfurt started its own software company - with Timm Jäger (EintrachtTech)

In this epsiode, we cover the key questions below:Why was EintrachtTech established, and what are its main missions and objectives?It's pretty common for clubs nowadays to have their own digital or technology department. But why does the club want to have a separate company for this?What are the key business pillars of  EintrachtTech? What are the main challenges of digitalization you are facing in the football industry?Which digitization or technological trends do you believe will most impact the football industry?What best practices from other industries could football learn from, especially given your experience with BMW and BCG Consulting?
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Apr 8, 2024 • 34min

Exploring Mexican Football, Liga MX, and Cruz Azul FC - with Rodrigo Yavarone (Cruz Azul)

We spoke to Rodrigo Yavarone, Football Operations & Business Intelligence Manager at Cruz Azul. With extensive experience in European and South American football, Rodrigo now brings his expertise and passion to Mexico. In this episode, Rodrigo takes us through the dynamic world of Mexican football, the huge potential of Liga MX and stories of one of the biggest clubs in Mexico.
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Mar 13, 2024 • 46min

Europe vs. USA: The key differences in operating a football club - with Siegmund Gruber (LASK) and Drew Bentley (D.C. United)

In this exciting episode, we dive into the distinct worlds of managing football clubs in Europe and the U.S. with Siegmund Gruber, CEO of LASK, and Drew Bentley, VP of Business Operations & Strategy at DC United. We discussed the challenges of adopting the American sports model in Europe, the success of U.S. matchday experiences, and how U.S. football can learn from European clubs' deep-rooted traditions and passion. Join us for a focused look at the contrasts and potential learnings between these two football cultures.
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Jan 31, 2024 • 44min

Swapping Oracle for FK Austria Vienna - with Johannes Dobretsberger

This podcast explores the transition from working in corporations to the football industry, the utilization of stadiums for more than just games, the key pillars for future club strategy, the focus on existing customers and new digital engagement, and the future plans and partnerships of FK Austria Vienna.
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Jan 10, 2024 • 41min

Past, Present and Future of FBIN - with Thomas Maurer, Managing Director of FBIN

We are kicking off the year 2024 with a special episode - host Quang T. Pham invited FBIN's Managing Director Thomas Maurer to the show to reflect on the past, talk about the present and take a look at the future of FBIN. They discussed challenges and highlights of 2023, goals for the future and the plans for 2024.
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Dec 19, 2023 • 41min

Sustainable Fan Mobility - with Georg Pangl & Egon Prünster (ummadum)

In this episode of the Football Business Podcast, we're focusing on sustainable fan mobility in football, a topic of growing importance for both the sport and our planet. We're joined by Georg Pangl, CEO of the Pangl Football Group, and Egon Prünster, CTO of ummadum, who are at the forefront of this movement.
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Dec 4, 2023 • 20min

How great recruiting improves culture and performance - with Zoe Brough (Wolves FC)

This is a live interview with Zoe Brough (HR Director, Wolves) at the FBIN Conference powered by 2Mobile on 19 October 2023. Zoe was interviewed by Clemens Hinterdorfer.
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Jun 6, 2023 • 42min

Exploring Oceania Football: Insights from the faraway Down Under

Due to its remote location, Oceania is one of the most unique football regions in the world. We chatted with Steven Dillon, Clubs & Leagues Manager of the Oceania Football Confederation on distinctive characteristics of Oceania football, the challenges facing the region, and the potential legacy of FIFA’s Women's World Cup 2023 hosted in Australia and New Zealand, and many more.
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May 23, 2023 • 52min

AI Applications in Football Business

As the world is buzzing about ChatGPT and the limitless possibilities of AI technology, we had a chance to do an episode about AI applications in the football business industry. We are thrilled to be joined by two industry experts, Luis Viveiros, COO at Horizm, and Xavier Green, CTO at ScorePlay. Throughout this episode, we will explore various aspects of AI's impact on the football industry, including: ● The most significant AI applications in football business ● Key challenges and opportunities in adopting and implementing AI technology ● The necessary skill set and mentality for leaders and teams ● A glimpse into the future
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Apr 19, 2023 • 44min

The Future of European Football - The Ever-widening Gap, Competitive Imbalance, and the Super League Debate

Ilja Kaenzig, current Managing Director of VfL Bochum, discusses the widening gap between the richest and the rest in European football, the Netflixation of Football, UEFA's conflicts of interests, the Super League debate, and why the American-sports model isn't suitable for European football.

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