

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.
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Mar 21, 2023 • 40min
Never stop networking - David Pryles, CEO Hockey Australia
In this podcast episode, David Pryles, CEO of Hockey Australia, discusses how volunteering can provide opportunities in sports and highlights the benefits of gaining diverse experience for a long career in sports business. Show notes - https://sportsgeekhq.com/podcast/david-pryles-hockey-australia/

Mar 14, 2023 • 49min
Making an IMPACT on Commerce, Culture and Community - Xavier Gutierrez, Arizona Coyotes
In this podcast, Xavier Gutierrez, President and CEO of the Arizona Coyotes, discusses his leadership style, the Tempe arena proposal and advice for those breaking into the sports business industry. Show notes - https://sportsgeekhq.com/podcast/xavier-gutierrez-arizona-coyotes/

Mar 7, 2023 • 55min
Community Is The Key To Success - James Johnson, Football Australia
In this Sports Geek podcast episode, James Johnson, CEO of Football Australia, chats with Sean Callanan about his journey into the sports business, growing up playing football in a small Queensland community town, and his passion for player rights. Johnson shares his experience working at the Asian Football Confederation and establishing the Professional Football Department at FIFA. He emphasizes the importance of community and understanding player needs in developing the sport. Show notes - https://sportsgeekhq.com/podcast/james-johnson-football-australia/

Feb 28, 2023 • 54min
Chief Everything Officer - Gen Dohrmann - Table Tennis Victoria
Sean Callanan interviews Gen Dohrmann, CEO of Table Tennis Victoria on this episode of Sports Geek. They discuss breaking down participation barriers, social media in sports marketing, and people management skills. The conversation highlights the importance of inclusivity, innovation, and community engagement in the sports industry. Show notes - https://sportsgeekhq.com/podcast/gen-dohrmann-table-tennis-victoria/

Feb 21, 2023 • 45min
From Grassroots to Boomers & Opals - Matt Scriven, Basketball Australia
Basketball Australia CEO, Matt Scriven discusses the importance of building a strong foundation at the grassroots level, creating brand awareness for national teams - Boomers and Opals and his understanding the ever-evolving media landscape from his career at Channel Nine. Show notes- https://sportsgeekhq.com/podcast/matt-scriven-basketball-australia/

Feb 14, 2023 • 36min
Growing Rugby League in Queensland - Graham Maher, Queensland Rugby League
Listen to Graham Maher as he talks about his responsibilities as the CFO of the Queensland Rugby League and shares his expertise on successfully securing additional funding for your next venture on this Sports Geek podcast episode. Show notes - https://sportsgeekhq.com/podcast/graham-maher-queensland-rugby-league/

Jan 17, 2023 • 59min
The most fun team in hockey - Dan LaTorraca , Carolina Hurricanes
Learn about digital and marketing in this chat with Dan LaTorraca from the Carolina Hurricanes including how use humour and banter to bring your fans closer (while firing up your rivals). Show notes - https://sportsgeekhq.com/podcast/dan-latorraca-carolina-hurricanes/

Jan 10, 2023 • 60min
Small wins become big wins in ticketing - Drew Bentley, DC United
"Small ticketing wins lead to bigger ticketing wins" that's the lesson from Drew Bentley from DC United on this episode of Sports Geek. A must-listen if you love data and filling stadiums with fans. Show notes - https://sportsgeekhq.com/podcast/drew-bentley-dc-united

Jan 3, 2023 • 59min
Building more equitable world through sport - Jessica Smith, Angel City FC
Angel City FC's Jessica Smith discusses building a purpose driven revenue model on this Sports Geek episode. She chats with Sean Callanan about how sales and sponsorship can develop outcomes for the bottom line and for a more equitable world. Show notes - https://sportsgeekhq.com/podcast/jessica-smith-angel-city-fc/

Jan 1, 2023 • 42min
Scott O'Neil - Leadership lessons in sports business - Be where your feet are - SPORTS GEEK REPLAY
SPORTS GEEK REPLAY (from 22 Jun 2021 - Ep 303) Sean Callanan chats with Scott O'Neil about his journey in the sports industry, career and his leadership style outlined in his new book "Be where your feet are". Show notes - https://sportsgeekhq.com/podcast/scott-oneil-be-where-your-feet-are/