Welcome to episode 186 of Sports Management Podcast.

Today’s guest Brandon Tosti – a sports business and entertainment professional for almost 3 decades, Charitable Entrepreneur, speaker, professor and a two-time author. His latest book was just released and it’s called: “Bright Lights & Long Nights”.

We spoke about:

• His two books
• Networking the right way
• Starting Sports for a Cause after Hurricane Katrina
• Living with ADD

And much more!

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Welcome to episode 185 of Sports Management Podcast.

Diego Hurtado is the founder of the soccer apparel brand Diaza Football.

We spoke about:

• Diaza Mentality
• Growing up in Bogota
• Starting Diaza Football
• Ronaldinho joining their event
• Building a winning team
• The future of Diaza

And much more!

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Welcome to episode 184 of Sports Management Podcast. 

Katie Hooper is the CEO of the creative brand studio Notorious111. Katie has previously worked for Ralph Lauren and HZ, before becoming part-owner and CEO at Notorious111.

We spoke about:

• The re-brand of Notorious111
• How to serve existing clients while moving forward as a brand
• Leadership
• The difference in running a business vs owning one
• Katie’s passion for sports

And much more! 

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Welcome to episode 183 of Sports Management Podcast.

Today’s guest is Kearnan Myall, the Performance Director at GB Snowsport.

Kearnan is a former professional rugby player, who transitioned into the business setting of sport, now focusing on maximizing performance at GB Snowsport. He is also a PHD researcher at Oxford University and his research concerns the application of mindfulness-based interventions to improve depression in elite athletes.

We spoke about:

• Transitioning from athlete to a business setting
• His leadership style
• The relationship between mental health and athletic performance
• His own period of depression

And much more!

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Welcome to episode 182 of Sports Management Podcast.

Today's guest is Ben Nichols - a Media Relations Professional with experience from WADA, Formula 1, ATP & the Commonwealth Games Federation. In 2022, Ben started Padel 22, a global padel-dedicated Communications Consultancy. And 2024 he continued to start companies within the padel sector.

We spoke about:

• Ben's background
• Why he started Padel 22
• Finding gaps in the market 
• Cage 91, Club Águilas and his other ventures
• What the future holds

And more!

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Welcome to episode 181 of Sports Management Podcast.

Today’s guest us Matt Rizzetta, the founder of North 6th Group. He is also the president of Campobasso Football Club, co-owner Dagenham & Redbridge Football Club and an investor.

We spoke about:

• Investing in underdog teams
• The club acquisition process
• The crucial role of commitment
• The plan to elevate soccer

And much more!

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Welcome to episode 180 of Sports Management Podcast.

James Flude is the Head of Business Development at MatchWornShirts. MatchWornShirt is an international sports engagement platform that enables clubs, rights holders, and charities to maximize their commercial and fundraising potential through the sale of match-worn shirts and other unique items / experiences.

We spoke about:

• The future of the memorabilia market
• How NFT has changed the industry
• James’ own interest for collecting match worn shirts
• If he has Zlatan’s jersey
• James’ career journey

And much more!

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Welcome to episode 179 of Sports Management Podcast.

Dr. Haley Perlus is a performance coach, professor, public speaker, consultant and an author. Her book is called "Personal Podium" and talks about mindset for success in sport and life.

We spoke about:

• Unlocking Peak Performance
• Harnessing Stress
• Mental discipline
• Fake it ‘til you make it
• How she nearly Got Kicked Out of a Ph.D. Program

And much more!

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Welcome to episode 178 of Sports Management Podcast.

Matthew Bradley is the Founder & CEO of TAG Management - a female-focused athlete and creator management agency. 

We spoke about:

• The rise of women’s sports
• What female athletes bring to the table that men don’t
• Why brands should work more with female athletes
• Why Matthew started TAG Management
• His career journey

And much more!

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Welcome to episode 177 of Sports Management Podcast.

Today’s guest is Christ Ishoo – the founder of the professional padel team Los Angeles Beat. He is also the co-founder of EEP Capital, EE Padel and Allstars Gym in Spain.

We spoke about:

• The potential of padel in the US
• Entrepreneurship in Sweden vs USA
• Bouncing back from business failures
• Why he founded an MMA gym in Spain

And much more!

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Welcome to episode 176 of Sports Management Podcast.

Today’s guest is Dr Michael Anagnostou. He is a Sports Management lecturer at Loughborough University, the former CEO of Greek Super League and he also has experience from working for FIFA, UEFA, the Athens 2004 Olympic & Paralympic Games and more. Dr Anagnostou holds a PhD in Sports Science & Physical Education, an MSc in Sports and Recreation Management and a Bachelors’ Degree in Sports Science and Physical Education. 

We spoke about:

• How he got into the football industry
• Leveraging theoretical skills in the workplace
• Sustainability in sport
• Working with football in Greece and UK
• His best advice for young people with aspirations to work in football

And much more!

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