GamePlanU Today - Interview With Influencers

This episode of Interview With Influencers features the Director of Corporate Sales at Portland Sea Dogs Justin Phillips. Don't miss Justin dive into... - His career journey - Importance of life long learning - Why he started his podcast along with the importance of life long learning - Advice for those looking to break in or grow their career in sports AND SO MUCH MORE!!!

This episode of Interview With Influencers features the Manager of Sales at the New York Islanders Rachel Shor. Don't miss Rachel dive into... - Her career journey - Her advice for sport industry career seekers - Why "no" is the second best answer behind "yes" - The importance of just having "FUN"

This episode of Interview With Influencers features Leo Cardenas the Director of Sales at the New Jersey Devils. Don't miss Leo dive into... - His prospective on sales and how he ascended into leadership - The importance of being unique/showing up different - The value he places in person/experience vs. brand/logo - Being intellectual curious to learn from anyone PLUS SO MUCH MORE!!!

This episode of Interview With Influencers Features Zach Reuveni the Director of Sponsorship Sales at the Collegiate Sports Management Group. Don't miss Zach dive into... - His journey from the ticket sales and service industry to partnerships - The importance of making an IMPACT - His view on "failure" and why you shouldn't feat no - How to build genuine/meaningful relationships - Curiosity PLUS SO MUCH MORE!!!

This Episode of Interview With Influencers Features the Direct or Sales at Aspire Groups National Sales Center Kyne Sheehy. Don't miss Kyne dive into... - His journey from graduating with a Political Science degree to ending up in leadership for one of the premiere sports sales organizations. - The P's (Proper planning prevents poor performance) - How to embrace exiting your comfort zone and the importance of having a "yes" mentality. - How to build your personal brand and separate your self from your colleagues PLUS SO MUCH MORE

This episode of Interview With Influencers Features sales coach and Vice President of Sales and Service at Spinzo. Don't miss Denise dive into... - Her career journey - Seeking new challenges and becoming comfortable being uncomfortable - The IMPORTANCE of spreading positively - Networking best practices PLUS SO MUCH MORE.

This episode of Interview With Influencers features longtime sport broadcaster and current founder of Dialed In, LLC Thom Brennaman. Don't miss Thom dive into... - His journey in the broadcasting business. - The importance of mentorship and giving back. - Learning and adapting when adversity strikes. - Significance of hitting "Send" and the ramifications behind it. - Find what you love, GRIND and don't give up the dream. PLUS SO MUCH MORE...

This episode of Interview with Influencers features New York Jets Director of Corporate Partnerships Dan Kaufmann! Don't miss Dan discuss... - His transition from ticket sales to corporate partnerships, the lessons he learned and the advice he has. - His view on life long learning and what he does to continue being a student of the game. - How to build your personal brand and tips on how to stand out from your classmates, teammates and competition. PLUS SO MUCH MORE!

This Episode of Interview With Influencers features The Athlete Development Lab Executive and LA Dodgers Inside Sales Representative Bryce Only. Don't miss Bryce discuss... - The skills he developed as a college athlete that have paid dividends in the business world. - Hustle and his daily actions to continue learning and making a positive impact. - The importance of a positive mindset and attitude. - Ways sport industry career seekers can separate themselves from their peers, classmates and teammates. PLUS SO MUCH MORE!!!

This episode of Interview with Influencers features the Director of Collegiate Sales with Teamworks, sales doer and motivator Larry Long Jr. Don't miss Larry discuss... - The skills that have helped him build a long and impactful career in sales. - The power of a POSITIVE mindset and attitude and how it can change your life. - Qualities/traits he looks for when hiring. PLUS SO MUCH MORE!!!

This episode of Interview with Influencers features the Director of Group Sales with the Cincinnati Reds Carmen Zerhusen. Don't miss Carmen discuss... - How she discovered sports sales and the skills that helped ascend her into the role she has today. - Her transition into leadership, the lessons she learned and the advice she has for those looking to make the jump. - The importance of mentorship. - The advice she has for those looking to break into the sport industry. PLUS SO MUCH MORE.

This episode of Interview with Influencers features Alfred White whose the Senior Director of Marketing and Strategic Partnerships at College Football Playoff. Don't miss Alfred discuss... - His journey to ascending into the role of commissioner of a Division 1 conference, his day to day and skills that helped him flourish in the role. - The major changes he's seen over the years in college athletics. - How he deals with/overcomes adversity. - The skills/traits he looks for when making hiring decisions. PLUS SO MUCH MORE!!

This episode of Interview With Influencers features Steve Given the Executive Director of Business Development at Hartford Yard Goats. Don't miss Steve discuss... - His career journey from Kansas City to Hartford. - The importance of mentorship and how mentors have impacted his career. - The soft skills Steve looks for when making hiring decisions. - The actions sport industry career seekers can be taking to separate themselves from their competition before, during and after the interview process. PLUS SO MUCH MORE!!

This episode of Interview with Influencers features Jen Fusci the Director of Ticket Sales & Service with the Connecticut Sun and New England Black Wolves. Don't miss Jen discuss... - How she began her career in the ticket sales and service, why she's passion for this segment of the industry and the skills that helped propel her career. - The importance of becoming comfortable being uncomfortable and always looking for new challenges. - The skills and traits she looks for in potential hires. - Ways to separate yourself before, during and after interviewing. PLUS SO MUCH MORE.

This episode of Interview with Influencers features Jim Rice the SR. Manager of Ticket Sales with the Tennessee Titans. Don't miss Jim discuss... - His journey through minor league baseball and the lessons he learned which ultimately helped him flourish when granted the opportunity in the NFL. - The importance of mentorship and how mentors have impacted his career. - How he views adversity and the mindset of overcoming those situations. - The skills/traits he looks for when making hiring decisions. PLUS SO MUCH MORE!!!

This episode of Interview with Influencers features Travis Apple the CRO of Event Dynamic. Don't miss Travis discuss... - How he HUSTLED his way to success in sports sales. - Embracing change, adversity and career pivots. - The importance of mentorship. - Skills/traits he looks for when making hiring decisions. PLUS SO MUCH MORE!!!

This episode of Interview with Influencers features Craig Cugno the Director of Sales and Service at UCONN. Don't miss Craig discuss... - How he discovered sports ticket sales and service industry and the skills that have helped him grow his career. - The importance of never settling and always looking for a new challenge. - How mentors have impacted his career. - How to build your personal brand and standout from your peers. PLUS SO MUCH MORE!!

This episode of Interview with Influencers features Zach Henderson the Inside Sales Manager for the Washington Nationals. Don't miss Zach discuss... - The importance of supplementing course work with experiences, more experiences and even more experiences. - What skills have helped him become a well respected, impactful and successful leader. - The skills/traits he vets for when speaking with potential hires. - The power of PROPER networking and importance of FOLLOWING UP. PLUS SO MUCH MORE!!

This episode of Interview with Influencers features Joey Harvey the Director of Ticket Sales and Service at UTEP. Don't miss Joey discuss... - His ascension through Spurs Sports and Entertainment and the skills/habits responsible for his success. - Job hunting during a global pandemic. - The skills/traits he looks for in potential hires. - Advice for separating yourself from your peers. PLUS SO MUCH MORE!!!

This episode of Interview with Influencers features Joey Meredith the Inside Sales Manager for the Tennessee Titans. Don't miss Joey discuss... - His discovery of the business side of sports and how he worked his way from Inside Sales to leadership with the Titans organization. - What the Titans sales teams day to day during a global pandemic looks like. - Skills/traits he looks for in a potential hire. PLUS SO MUCH MORE!!

This episode of Interview with Influencers features David Estavez whose the Coordinator of Partnership Marketing for BSE Global (Brooklyn Nets). Don't miss David discuss... - How he broke into the sports industry and how vital his "do whatever it takes" mindset was in capitalizing on the opportunity! - How has sponsorship activation changed during a global pandemic and the impact of sport technology. - The skills that have helped sky rocket his career in a short period of time. - His advice for those looking to break into the sports industry. PLUS SO MUCH MORE.

This episode of Interview with Influencers features P.J. Davidson, New York Yankees group sales legend and Vice President of Sales at Queensboro FC. Don't miss P.J. discuss... - His discovery of the business side of sports and the importance of gaining real world experience. - The importance of never getting comfortable, seeking new challenges and being open minded to change. - Controlling your controllables - The skills/traits he looks for in potential hires. PLUS SO MUCH MORE!!!

This Episode of Interview With Influencers features Jim Kahler the Executive in Residence , Faculty and Director of Sports Gambling Education at Ohio University. Don't miss Jim discuss... - His career journey. - The transition from an NBA front office to the class room. - The importance of continuously growing your professional tool box. - The advice he'd give himself if he could go back in time. PLUS SO MUCH MORE!!!

This episode of Interview with Influencers features Mike Abramson the General Manager of the Hartford Yard Goats. Don't miss Mike discuss... - His career pivot, start in sports and ascension into leadership. - Engaging with fans/partners during a global pandemic. - His view on the future of the in-stadium experience and the role of sport technology. - The advice he has for those looking to break into the sport industry and how they can separate themselves. PLUS SO MUCH MORE!!

This episode of Interview with Influencers features Brian Clapp the Vice President of Content and Engaged Learning at WorkInSports.com. Don't miss Brian discuss... - How workinsports.com can help sport industry career seekers discover their passion, learn how to separate themselves and ultimately secure a position in sports. - His outlook on current and future state of the sport industry from a job opening prospective. - His advice on how those looking to break into the sport industry can separate themselves from their peers. PLUS SO MUCH MORE!!!

This episode of Interview with Influencers features Pat Ayling, Inside Sales manager and Logan Hill, Account Manager or Memberships with the Philadelphia Flyers. Don't miss Pat and Logan discuss... - How they broke into the sports industry. - The value of quality mentorship and how mentors have influenced their careers. - The skills that have propelled them to success thus far in their career. - The little things hiring managers look for that can separate you from the pack. PLUS SO MUCH MORE.

This episode of Interview with Influencers features Adam LaManque of AT&T Sports and Entertainment. Don't miss Adam discuss... - His current role with AT&T sports. - Ways to stand out and separate yourself from the competition when looking to break into the sport industry. - The power of Linked In and the RIGHT approach to networking. PLUS SO MUCH MORE!!!

This episode of Interview with Influencers features global sports strategist and sports marketing expert Geoff Wilson. Don't miss Geoff discuss... - The Pandemics effect on the European Sports landscape. - The coming wave of sports technology/innovation. - The importance of personal branding and becoming an expert in your field. - Strategies to get your foot in the door and why experience is so critical when looking to break into the sport industry. PLUS SO MUCH MORE!!!

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