Sports Geek - A look into the world of Sports Marketing, Sports Business and Digital Marketing
Sean Callanan (@seancallanan) from @SportsGeek brings you the best practices from the sports business and sports digital marketing world each week. Interviews with people behind the scenes with teams and leagues in the USA, Australia and Europe. Technology and digital take a strong focus as Sean looks how sports teams can better connect with fans and deliver results for sponsors. If you work in sports or would like to or are simply a marketing professional who loves sports then this podcast is for you.
Latest episodes
Jun 18, 2024 • 39min
Creating stadium experiences beyond the game- Eray Saban, ASM Jacksonville
In this Sports Geek interview with Sean Callanan, Eray Saban from ASM Jacksonville & EverBank Stadium discusses his career across multiple stadiums in Melbourne, Hong Kong & now Jacksonville, he compares the U.S and Australian sports industry, and the impact of drone technology on open-air stadiums. Show notes - https://sportsgeekhq.com/podcast/eray-saban-asm-jacksonville/
Jun 12, 2024 • 5min
Knowing your audience, Peter Holtermann
In this Sports Geek Throwback episode, Sean Callanan interviews Peter Holtermann. They discussed knowing your audience and why you engaged with them. Show notes - https://sportsgeekhq.com/podcast/throwback/knowing-your-audience-peter-holtermann
Jun 11, 2024 • 1h
NZR+ building a global All-Blacks fan base - Andy Burt, New Zealand Rugby
In this Sports Geek interview with Sean Callanan, Andrew Burt from New Zealand Rugby chats about their NZR+, fan engagement, storytelling, and the significance of YouTube in their content strategy. Show notes - https://sportsgeekhq.com/podcast/andy-burt-new-zealand-rugby/
Jun 5, 2024 • 6min
Funnels of fan acquisition, Ryan Kaveney
In this Sports Geek Throwback episode, Sean Callanan interviews Ryan Kaveney who was at the GWS Giants and now CFO at Sonder. They discussed funnels of fan acquisition. Show notes - https://sportsgeekhq.com/podcast/throwback/funnels-of-fan-acquisition-ryan-kaveney
Jun 4, 2024 • 56min
Building an experience that drives growth - Kristen Eckhardt, Port Adelaide FC
In this Sports Geek interview with Sean Callanan, Kristen Eckhardt from Port Adelaide chats about fan growth, brand exposure, community engagement and the Never Tear Us Apart game-day experience. Show notes - https://sportsgeekhq.com/podcast/kristen-eckhardt-port-adelaide-fc/
May 29, 2024 • 7min
Importance of community connection, Morgan Todd
In this Sports Geek Throwback episode, Sean Callanan interviews Morgan Todd from MLSE. They discussed importance of community connection for fans and partners. Show notes - https://sportsgeekhq.com/podcast/throwback/importance-of-community-connection-morgan-todd
May 28, 2024 • 54min
Growing crowds and revenue in ticketing - Michael Johnstone, Hoops Capital
In this Sports Geek interview with Sean Callanan, Michael Johnstone from Hoops Capital chats about marketing strategies, ticket sales in promoting Sydney Kings & Sydney Flames. Show notes - https://sportsgeekhq.com/podcast/michael-johnstone-hoops-capital/
May 22, 2024 • 6min
Melbourne is major events, Damien de Bohun
In this Sports Geek Throwback episode, Sean Callanan interviews Damien de Bohun who was at Visit Victoria, and now General Manager, Clubs and Facilities at Golf Australia. They discussed what makes Melbourne a successful major sports events city. Show notes - https://sportsgeekhq.com/podcast/throwback/melbourne-is-major-events-damien-de-bohun
May 21, 2024 • 39min
Building a winner with competence and warmth - Christine Finnegan, Tasmania JackJumpers
In this Sports Geek interview with Sean Callanan, Christine Finnegan, CEO of the Tasmania JackJumpers, chats about building a new NBL team for Tasmania and fostering a community to support it. Show notes - https://sportsgeekhq.com/podcast/christine-finnegan-tasmania-jackjumpers
May 17, 2024 • 9min
Importance of sponsorship activations, Kim Skildum-Reid
In this Sports Geek Throwback episode, Sean Callanan interviews Kim Skildum-Reid of Power Sponsorship. They discussed Importance of sponsorship activations. Show notes - https://sportsgeekhq.com/podcast/throwback/importance-of-sponsorship-activations-kim-skildum-reid
