

Sports Geek - A look into the world of Sports Marketing, Sports Business and Digital Marketing
Sean Callanan aka @seancallanan
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.
Episodes
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May 1, 2024 • 7min
Importance of keeping the local community engaged in Vegas, Steve Pastorino
In this Sports Geek Throwback episode, Sean Callanan interviews Steve Pastorino who was at the Las Vegas Lights FC and now Director, Business Development at Blackhawk Network. They discuss the importance of keeping the local community engaged and the early days of Las Vegas transforming into a sports town. Show notes - https://sportsgeekhq.com/podcast/throwback/importance-of-keeping-the-local-community-engaged-in-vegas-steve-pastorino

Apr 30, 2024 • 50min
Innovation and Evolution in Stadium Experiences - Nick Sautner, Eden Park
In this Sports Geek interview with Sean Callanan, Nick Sautner from Eden Park discusses the future of stadium experiences, the power of sports partnerships, and innovation in the stadium industry. Show notes - https://sportsgeekhq.com/podcast/nick-sautner-eden-park/

Apr 24, 2024 • 6min
Unique proposition in partnerships, Jeff Reibel
In this Sports Geek Throwback episode, Sean Callanan interviews Jeff Reibel, CEO of North Queensland Cowboys. They discussed unique proposition in partnerships. Show notes - https://sportsgeekhq.com/podcast/throwback/strategies-for-forging-successful-partnerships-jeff-reibel

Apr 23, 2024 • 1h 1min
Taking and creating opportunities - Shelly Wilkes, Orlando Magic
In this Sports Geek interview, Sean Callanan converses with Shelly Wilkes of Orlando Magic. Shelley shares key learnings from her career across strategic sports marketing, game presentation and community engagement. Show notes - https://sportsgeekhq.com/podcast/shelly-wilkes-orlando-magic/

Apr 17, 2024 • 8min
Localising content for international fanbase, Paul Rogers
In this Sports Geek Throwback episode, Sean Callanan interviews Paul Rogers who was at AS Roma, and now Investment Analyst at Raptor Group. They discussed localising content for international fanbase. Show notes - https://sportsgeekhq.com/podcast/throwback/localising-content-for-international-fanbase-paul-rogers

Apr 16, 2024 • 47min
Adapting to the Changing Fan Demographics - Dean Madders, Gold Coast Titans
In this Sports Geek interview, Sean Callanan chats with Dean Madders from Gold Coast Titans. They discuss the changing habits of sports fans, the evolution of sports entertainment, and the importance of data in growing a fan base. Show notes - https://sportsgeekhq.com/podcast/dean-madders-gold-coast-titans/

Apr 10, 2024 • 7min
Technology advancements in Golf, Kevin Bain
In this Sports Geek Throwback episode, Sean Callanan interviews Kevin Bain, who was at The Open, and now Technical Product Manager at Arsenal F.C. They discussed the challenges of rolling out new technology advancements on golf courses. Show notes - https://sportsgeekhq.com/podcast/throwback/technology-advancements-in-golf-kevin-bain

Apr 9, 2024 • 42min
Amplifying Big Wins - SportNXT panel replay
SportNXT panel replay - Sean moderates a panel with Collingwood’s Nadine Rabah, Netball Australia’s Spencer Retallack and Football Australia’s Peter Filopoulos, recorded at SportNXT on March 19 2024. Show notes - https://sportsgeekhq.com/podcast/amplifying-big-wins-replay/

Apr 4, 2024 • 7min
Brand campaigns and the role of digital, Kevin Kinghorn
In this Sports Geek Throwback episode, Sean Callanan interviews Kevin Kinghorn who was at the Vancouver Canucks They discussed how brand campaigns have changed and the role that digital plays. Kevin is now EVP & Chief Marketing Officer at the Portland Trail Blazers. Show notes - https://sportsgeekhq.com/podcast/throwback/brand-campaigns-and-the-role-of-digital-kevin-kinghorn

Apr 4, 2024 • 53min
Understanding Your Audience: A Ticketing Perspective - Jen Fusci, Dallas Wings & Panther City Lacrosse
In this Sports Geek interview with Sean Callanan, Jen Fusci from Panther City Lacrosse Club and Dallas Wings discusses the importance of understanding audiences, digital marketing, and ticket sales strategies. Show notes - https://sportsgeekhq.com/podcast/jen-fusci-dallas-wings/