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This podcast is possible due to the donations of its supporters. Donate here if you believe in what we do: https://anchor.fm/sportsasajob/support We are joined by Katie Hoag who is currently the Assistant Director of Marketing at the University of South Florida Athletics. Katie accepted the position just in February and has dealt with transitioning into a new job during this work from home quarantine. Her previous experience includes being at Lousiana Tech and SIUE. She is a former student-athlete at Frostburg where she competed in multiple sports. Katie shares with her journey up to this point, having a boyfriend who also works in sports, and what’s it is like going to work for a school she cheered for in her youth. Episode Time Stamp 2:30 - How did Katie end up with USF Athletics? She would go to USF home games and grew up in Tampa Bay, Flordia. 5:51 - It is unique that Katie took accepted her current job in during this COVID-19 situation. What is that experience like for her? 8:20 - Katie Hoag's previous sport experience. 10:57 - How did the minor league baseball experience help her? 15:23 - Katie was a college student-athlete that competed in multiple sports. 22:23 - What is her approach to marketing? 33:29 - We are constantly told that we have the go where the opportunities are, well what is it like for Katie having a boyfriend that also works in sports? Follow Katie Hoag on Twitter @KatieHoag_ Send us feedback and send us questions on our Social Media Platforms: Twitter @sportsasajob Instagram @sportsasajob Facebook @sportsasajobmedia LinkedIn: Sports As a Job Visit our website www.sportsasajob.com Intro Music credit to ABAPO Music Studios: https://www.youtube.com/channel/UCwF1OqcNsQEOd0iNu0Yjitg Go sign up for #1 job sports focused job board online and be part of their network. https://www.jobsinsports.com/ make sure TO LET THEM KNOW YOU HEARD OF THEM FROM THE PODCAST. I want them to know we got industry leaders and future stars in this community! --- This episode is sponsored by · Anchor: The easiest way to make a podcast. https://anchor.fm/app
This podcast is possible due to the donations of its supporters. Donate here if you believe in what we do: https://anchor.fm/sportsasajob/support Please note this episode was recorded over a month ago, a lot of great things have happened for the guest and his company. We are joined by Zushan Hashmi the co-founder of Sportageous a sports media company located in Australia. What makes them special is their content is focused on Diversity & women in sports; Sports health and wellbeing; The stories of aspiring athletes (Dreamers); Questioning sporting rumors and bring you the facts (Breaking Myths); and Sports Tech & Entrepreneurship. In this episode, Hashmi shares with us the journey to the start of this company and its success today. The journey in entrepreneurship is not a smooth one but Hashmi gives insight into what it is really like. Episode TimeStamp: 2:10: Zushan introduction along with his explanation of Sportageous is. 4:00: Before Sportageous Zushan had no actual working in sports experience so where did the idea of Sportageous come from? 7:05: The vision for Sportageous (Episode was recorded in April, it could have changed since then). 9:50: Was there a moment that Zushan ever questioned if he really wanted to do this? 13:26: Zushan's actual duties and responsibilities. 21:47: Shoutouts and where you can find the social media for the company. You can follow Zushan Hashmi on Twitter @zushanhashmi and on LinkedIn here. Follow Sportageous on: Twitter: @Sportageous1 Instagram: @sportageous LinkedIn: Here Youtube: https://www.youtube.com/channel/UCl0FJuLzWpwOsYJg6JTw8DA Send us your feedback and send us questions on our Social Media Platforms: Twitter @sportsasajob Instagram @sportsasajob Facebook @sportsasajob LinkedIn: Sports As a Job Visit our website www.sportsasajob.com Intro Music credit to ABAPO Music Studios: https://www.youtube.com/channel/UCwF1OqcNsQEOd0iNu0Yjitg Go sign up for #1 job sports focused job board online and be part of their network. https://www.jobsinsports.com/ make sure TO LET THEM KNOW YOU HEARD OF THEM FROM THE PODCAST. I want them to know we got industry leaders and future stars in this community! --- This episode is sponsored by · Anchor: The easiest way to make a podcast. https://anchor.fm/app
This podcast is possible due to the donations of its supporters. Donate here if you believe in what we do: https://anchor.fm/sportsasajob/support Our Sports As A Job podcast guest in this episode is the person known as “Sport Law Lust”, Dan Lust. Dan is an attorney at Goldberg Segalla but is known in the sports world for providing his sports law analyst on the latest news. His expertise has led to appearances on major programs such as ESPN, SiriusXM, CBS, and Fox Sports. Learn about Dan Lust, the person providing the law analyst on everything sports. Episode Timestamps: 1:02: Dan Lust Introduction 2:18: What was Dan Lust's first job working in sports? 3:25: Dan's journey to becoming an attorney and being involved in sports. 5:40: How Dan "Sports Law" Lust became to be? The Kevin Durant injury news was a key moment. You can follow Dan Lust on Twitter @SportsLawLust and on LinkedIn here. Send us your feedback and send us questions on our Social Media Platforms: Twitter @sportsasajob Instagram @sportsasajob Facebook @sportsasajob LinkedIn: Sports As a Job Visit our website www.sportsasajob.com Intro Music credit to ABAPO Music Studios: https://www.youtube.com/channel/UCwF1OqcNsQEOd0iNu0Yjitg Go sign up for the #1 job sports-focused job board online and be part of their network. https://www.jobsinsports.com/ make sure TO LET THEM KNOW YOU HEARD OF THEM FROM THE PODCAST. I want them to know we got industry leaders and future stars in this community! --- This episode is sponsored by · Anchor: The easiest way to make a podcast. https://anchor.fm/app
In this bonus episode, we are joined by Chad Wakabayashi a Marketing & Social Media Intern for the Bob Feller Act of Valor Award Foundation. Sports As a Job has partnered with them in hopes of bringing what they represent and their mission into the spotlight. We did a previous article discussing the inspiration behind the foundation: https://bit.ly/ActofValorAward Learn about Chad's journey from Hawaii to Minnesota and how he got his current internship position with the Bob Feller Act of Valor Award Foundation. During a time like this, it is important to get experience and the foundation provides remote internship opportunities to aspiring sports professionals. Learn about Chad's duties as an intern along with more information about the foundation. Visit their website: http://www.actofvaloraward.org/ Follow them on social media: Twitter @ActofValorAward Instagram @actofvaloraward Send us your feedback and send us questions on our Social Media Platforms: Twitter @sportsasajob Instagram @sportsasajob Facebook @sportsasajob LinkedIn: Sports As a Job Visit our website www.sportsasajob.com Intro Music credit to ABAPO Music Studios: https://www.youtube.com/channel/UCwF1OqcNsQEOd0iNu0Yjitg Go sign up for #1 job sports focused job board online and be part of their network. https://www.jobsinsports.com/ make sure TO LET THEM KNOW YOU HEARD OF THEM FROM THE PODCAST. I want them to know we got industry leaders and future stars in this community! --- This episode is sponsored by · Anchor: The easiest way to make a podcast. https://anchor.fm/app
This podcast is possible due to the donations of its supporters. Donate here if you believe in what we do: https://anchor.fm/sportsasajob/support We are joined by Chris Grosse. Grosse is currently the Assistant Athletics Director of Marketing at Penn State University. You might notice his name from Twitter where he is proactive among the #sportsbiz group, many times doing twitter sports marketing experiment threads. Grosse's career has taken him to schools such as the University of Connecticut, the Naval Acadamy, Florida State University, New Mexico State University, Georgetown University, and currently at Penn State University. In this episode, we discuss his journey from undergrad to climbing the mountain to his current position. "Experience is Our Second Education" Episode Timestamps: 1:30: Chris Grosse's adjustment to working from home. 3:08: When did Chris find out he wanted to work in marketing and the sports industry? Every position Chris has held, has been in marketing. 8:50: The landscape of sports has changed since Chris graduated from the University of Connecticut with a degree in marketing. With everything that changed, would have Chris change his degree? 10:10: Chris graduated with his Masters and was looking for a full-time job in 2008. 2008 was the time of the last recession, a similar situation to what graduates are going through now. He shares with us the experience and advice for current graduates. 16:45: What does Chris Grosse do as the Assistant Athletics Director of Marketing at Penn State University? 20:36: Penn State during this shutdown put on a virtual tailgate that generated a lot of engagement. 30:28: Advice to all the graduates, young sport professionals, and everyone navigating their sports career. You can follow Chris Grosse on Twitter @Chris_Grosse and on LinkedIn here. Send us your feedback and send us questions on our Social Media Platforms: Twitter @sportsasajob Instagram @sportsasajob Facebook @sportsasajob LinkedIn: Sports As a Job Visit our website www.sportsasajob.com Intro Music credit to ABAPO Music Studios: https://www.youtube.com/channel/UCwF1OqcNsQEOd0iNu0Yjitg Go sign up for #1 job sports focused job board online and be part of their network. https://www.jobsinsports.com/ make sure TO LET THEM KNOW YOU HEARD OF THEM FROM THE PODCAST. I want them to know we got industry leaders and future stars in this community!
This podcast is possible due to the donations of its supporters. Donate here if you believe in what we do: https://anchor.fm/sportsasajob/support We are joined by Nicholas P. Smith. He is an Instructor and Internship Coordinator of Sport Management in the College of Arts, Sciences, and Education in the Department of Counseling, Recreation, and School Psychology at Florida International University. He received his Master of Arts from the Department of Kinesiology and Health Studies at Southeastern Louisiana University. Mr. Smith received his Bachelor of Arts degree in political science from Louisiana State University. Smith also completed his internship at St John's University Athletics in New York, New York. Mr. Smith currently teaches sports management undergraduate courses, both traditional and online. He comes to FIU with over a decade of experience in various management positions with ASM Globals formally SMG / Mercedes Benz Superdome / Smoothie King Center / Champions Square. Along with teaching at FIU, Mr. Smith volunteers with the Greater New Orleans Sports Foundation, Sunbelt Conference, Orange Bowl Committee, Atlanta Super Bowl Host Committee, and is on the recruiting volunteer committee for the 2020 Miami Super Bowl Host Committee. Smith has also managed events for Louisiana State University Athletics, Tulane University Athletics, University of New Orleans Athletics, New Orleans Babycakes, and Landmark Event Staffing Services over the years. Let’s learn how to “Apply Yourself” with Nicholas Smith! Episode Timestamps: 1:34: Nicholas shares with us his background and 13 years of practical experience. 7:30: We dive into his 13 years of experience starting with being hired at the famous Superdome. There is a moment that Nicholas does not get the job he originally applies for. 13:25: Nicholas is now an instructor and internship coordinator. How much does his previous experience play into what he emphasizes to his students? 15:00: Are you thinking about going back to school or switch majors? Hear about what a great sport management program looks like and the importance of it. 22:38: What is any trends that Nicholas thinks will be big in the future? You can follow Nicholas Smith on Twitter @nicksmithMA and on LinkedIn here. Send us your feedback and send us questions on our Social Media Platforms: Twitter @sportsasajob Instagram @sportsasajob Facebook @sportsasajob LinkedIn: Sports As a Job Visit our website www.sportsasajob.com Intro Music credit to ABAPO Music Studios: https://www.youtube.com/channel/UCwF1OqcNsQEOd0iNu0Yjitg Go sign up for #1 job sports focused job board online and be part of their network. https://www.jobsinsports.com/ make sure TO LET THEM KNOW YOU HEARD OF THEM FROM THE PODCAST. I want them to know we got industry leaders and future stars in this community!
This podcast is possible due to the donations of its supporters. Donate here if you believe in what we do: https://anchor.fm/sportsasajob/support We are joined by Mark Fratto who has tremendous amount of experience. He started Linacre Media, a full-service digital/social media, production services, and public relations consulting company in 2014. Before that he after served as a collegiate athletics administrator in the communications departments of St. John’s University and the University of Maryland for 15 years. Ten-year NCAA Final Four news conference moderator. He also has many experience behind the microphone. Some of his experience behind the microphone includes serving as a public address announcer at Madison Square Garden for New York Knicks, college basketball and New York Liberty games, at Yankee Stadium for New York City FC Major League Soccer contests, and at MetLife Stadium for the New York Giants. Mark also has served as ring announcer for Golden Boy Promotions, Mayweather Promotions, K2 Promotions, Roy Jones Jr. Promotions and many others and has called fights on HBO, HBO PPV, Showtime, HBO Latino, ESPN, ESPN2, ESPN Deportes, CBS Sports Network, MSG Network, and Ring TV. Episode Timestamp: 2:42 - Mark shares with us information about his business, doing voiceover, and being behind the mic. 4:38 - "When basketball implemented the press, I could only dribble right. That is when my sports career began." We dive into Mark's journey working in sports and navigating the different places he has been. 9:23 - How did Mark's Michael Jordan obsession fuel his career choices? 11:44 - Mark has been a Ten-year NCAA Final Four news conference moderator. We get behind the scenes of what he does and that is how co-host Olivia met him as well. 18:12 - Bob Beretta is a legend in College Sport Administration. Mark was lucky enough to work for him at one point. He credits a lot of his success to Bob. What did he learn from Bob and that he passes on to students today? 24:18 - We go into Mark's experience with ring announcing and being behind the mic. 26:51 - Story of how Mark was fired for his first-ever boxing event on a Tuesday of fight week. 29:31 - Practice is important. Mark would announce sparring at a local boxing club to get the reps in before being under the lights of Madison Square Garden 32:40 - After 15 years working in college athletics, how did the idea of his company Linacre Media come about? You can follow Mark Fratto on Linkedin here Send us your feedback and send us questions on our Social Media Platforms: Twitter @sportsasajob Instagram @sportsasajob Facebook @sportsasajob LinkedIn: Sports As a Job Visit our website www.sportsasajob.com Intro Music credit to ABAPO Music Studios: https://www.youtube.com/channel/UCwF1OqcNsQEOd0iNu0Yjitg Go sign up for #1 job sports focused job board online and be part of their network. https://www.jobsinsports.com/ make sure TO LET THEM KNOW YOU HEARD OF THEM FROM THE PODCAST. I want them to know we got industry leaders and future stars in this community!
This podcast is possible due to the donations of its supporters. Donate here if you believe in what we do: https://anchor.fm/sportsasajob/support We are joined by Saana Koljonen who played professional volleyball in France. Her professional career ended abruptly with an infection in her ankle that led her to have to go through four surgeries. She shares with us what she learned from going through this adversity. Currently, Saana is a volunteer volleyball coach at Colorado University Boulder. Along with that she is still working remotely with a company in Finland selling the Sports Capacity Assessment she help create. Her story is about getting knocked down, finding a new purpose, and the pursuit of helping others. Learn how to find your true identity with Saana Koljonen. Episode Timestamps: 2:44 - Saana talks about growing up in Finland and how she got into Volleyball eventually turning pro. 4:06 - Life as a professional volleyball player 5:45 - Saana's pro career ended early due to an infection in her ankle. The transition of being a pro athlete to no longer being one was a difficult transition period for her. 9:49 - "How do you get through and out of that deep state of darkness?" 13:39 - The Sports Capacity Assessment. What is it and how can it help you? There is a general test for those that are not athletes as well. 20:25 - Forty pages of detailed description of who you are after taking the assessment You can follow Saana Koljonen on Twitter @SaanaKoljonen, visit her https://saanakoljonen.com/, and connect with her on LinkedIn as well. Send us your feedback and send us questions on our Social Media Platforms: Twitter @sportsasajob Instagram @sportsasajob Facebook @sportsasajob LinkedIn: Sports As a Job Visit our website www.sportsasajob.com Intro Music credit to ABAPO Music Studios: https://www.youtube.com/channel/UCwF1OqcNsQEOd0iNu0Yjitg Go sign up for #1 job sports-focused job board online and be part of their network. https://www.jobsinsports.com/ make sure TO LET THEM KNOW YOU HEARD OF THEM FROM THE PODCAST. I want them to know we got industry leaders and future stars in this community!
This podcast is possible due to the donations of its supporters. Donate here if you believe in what we do: https://anchor.fm/sportsasajob/support We are joined by Timothy Bryson from the University of Maryland College Park, who serves as Program Director for Student Athlete Career Development. Timothy’s job is to help students “secure the bag,” whether it be graduate school, post-grad internship, or a full-time job. He oversees the summer internship program called, “The Internship Academy,” employer relations - not only in the DMV, but across the country, the First Year Transition Program as well as their Fellowship Program. Learn how to “secure your bag,” with Timothy Bryson! Episode Timestamps: 2:58: Timothy Bryson explains how he found his purpose in the sports industry. Timothy knew he wanted to help students pursue their passion and purpose. 5:56: Timothy talks about attending The Ohio State University to earn his Masters Degree in Higher Education for Student Affairs. Later transitioning to the NCAA postgraduate internship for the Leadership Development unit. 7:33: Olivia explains how being a student athlete is a shared experience and asks how being a student athlete has inspired him to do what he does today. 9:38: Kolby asks about how Timothy’s program, Maryland-Made Readiness Career Program, was built in order to help student athletes. Timothy talks about his exact role and responsibilities in the program. 13:30: Timothy explains what his program has been doing during quarantine to continuously help students - social media etiquette, Zoom calls, etc. 17:30: Timothy talks about his website and how to brand yourself in the sports industry. 24:34: Kolby asks how Timothy would help him figure out his “why” - guiding someone to figure out their passion. 27:20: Timothy finishes the podcast expressing who has helped and inspired him on his journey. You can follow Timothy Bryson on Twitter @timothyfbryson, visit his website timothyfbryson.com, and connect with him on LinkedIn. Send us your feedback and send us questions on our Social Media Platforms: Twitter @sportsasajob Instagram @sportsasajob Facebook @sportsasajob LinkedIn: Sports As a Job Visit our website www.sportsasajob.com Intro Music credit to ABAPO Music Studios: https://www.youtube.com/channel/UCwF1OqcNsQEOd0iNu0Yjitg Go sign up for #1 job sports focused job board online and be part of their network. https://www.jobsinsports.com/ make sure TO LET THEM KNOW YOU HEARD OF THEM FROM THE PODCAST. I want them to know we got industry leaders and future stars in this community!
This podcast is possible due to the donations of its supporters. Donate here if you believe in what we do: https://anchor.fm/sportsasajob/support We are joined by Jonah Ballow the VP of Digital at MKTG. It seems that MKTG has become a regular on the podcast. It only speaks to the talented team they have there. Jonah has experience in multiple fields. Before he joined MKTG in 2018 he was with the New York Knicks and the Minnesota Timberwolves combining for 10 years of experience in the NBA. Jonah takes us through his journey to how he got to where he is today. Episode Timestamp 3:30 - Jonah graduated from the University of Kansas in 2004. He shares what his first job in sports was and how it came to be. 6:36 - Olivia asks how long it took Jonah to get comfortable calling basketball games when he was at the University of Kansas. Imagine being in the mecca of College Basketball, would it make you nervous? 12:36 - With the New York Knicks there were celebrities that would attend the game. Jonah had the chance to interview them. 16:56 - Jonah's favorite person to interview? 25:57 - Transition from the New York Knicks to his current position VP of Digital at MKTG 31:30 - TikTok has been hot lately and the talk of the town. We had to take the opportunity to ask him what he thought of the platform. He ends up giving his overall approach to social media You can follow Jonah Ballow on twitter @jonahballow and LinkedIn Send us your feedback and send us questions on our Social Media Platforms: Twitter @sportsasajob Instagram @sportsasajob Facebook @sportsasajob LinkedIn: Sports As a Job Visit our website www.sportsasajob.com Intro Music credit to ABAPO Music Studios: https://www.youtube.com/channel/UCwF1OqcNsQEOd0iNu0Yjitg Go sign up for #1 job sports focused job board online and be part of their network. https://www.jobsinsports.com/ make sure TO LET THEM KNOW YOU HEARD OF THEM FROM THE PODCAST. I want them to know we got industry leaders and future stars in this community!
This podcast is possible due to the donations of its supporters. Donate here if you believe in what we do: https://anchor.fm/sportsasajob/support In this episode we are joined by Derek Peterson the Senior Vice President of Operations at Opendorse. Opendorse is a company that helps athletes share content on social media. More than 10,000 athletes across the world use Opendorse. Derek at one point was out of the sports industry for 7 years. It's important we share with everyone how different everyone's path is in the sports industry. To be a fan of the teams and leagues to working with them makes an incredible story. His journey is different but it is his and he shares it with us on the Sports As a Job podcast. Episode Timestamp 1:58 - 7 years and 8 months out of the sports industry. Derek shares with us that experience. 7:53 - For those who do not know what Opendorse is, Derek explains what they do. 11:42 - "It's the faces in the feed that slow your scroll" 14:00 - Leveraging an internship into a full-time role 22:59 - How does it feel knowing you work with the teams and leagues you cheered for as a fan? 28:53 - The ultimate customer experience 30:30 - Actionable plan for that job change or transitions in your life You can follow Derek @PetersonDerek on Twitter and he also on LinkedIn. Send us your feedback and send us questions on our Social Media Platforms: Twitter @sportsasajob Instagram @sportsasajob Facebook @sportsasajob LinkedIn: Sports As a Job Visit our website www.sportsasajob.com Intro Music credit to ABAPO Music Studios: https://www.youtube.com/channel/UCwF1OqcNsQEOd0iNu0Yjitg Go sign up for #1 job sports focused job board online and be part of their network. https://www.jobsinsports.com/ make sure TO LET THEM KNOW YOU HEARD OF THEM FROM THE PODCAST. I want them to know we got industry leaders and future stars in this community!
This podcast is possible due to the donations of its supporters. Donate here if you believe in what we do: https://anchor.fm/sportsasajob/support On this episode we are joined by Jacolby Gilliam a former walk-on at Oklahoma University and now the founder of 9ine Point media. 9ine Point media focuses on helping athletes share their authentic journey and stories. Jacolby has been telling the stories of athlete since 2017 (http://9inepointmag.com/). On this episode we dive into his journey of how he walked on to Oklahoma University, dealing with the transition of no longer being an athlete, and looking at how 9ine Point came to be. Episode Time Stamp 2:59 - Introduction of Jacolby Gilliam and what he is currently doing! 3:82 - Jacolby is a former walk-on at the University of Oklahoma, a serious injury started him down the path he is on today. 7:67 - Mindset shift when being an athlete was over, the transition from being an athlete to the real world is a difficult one. 14:61 - "Did you know what you were good at before you knew what you were bad at?" 18:53 - Jacolby has worked all types of jobs, there is a plan to it all and he tells us what that is. 25:93 - What makes a great story, Jacolby has been producing stories about athletes for years now. Follow Jacolby Gilliam on Twitter and Instagram at @jacolbygilliam Follow 9ine Point Media on Twitter and Instagram at @9inepoint and visit their website http://9inepointmag.com/ Send us your feedback and send us questions on our Social Media Platforms: Twitter @sportsasajob Instagram @sportsasajob Facebook @sportsasajob LinkedIn: Sports As a Job Visit our website www.sportsasajob.com Intro Music credit to ABAPO Music Studios: https://www.youtube.com/channel/UCwF1OqcNsQEOd0iNu0Yjitg Go sign up for #1 job sports focused job board online and be part of their network. https://www.jobsinsports.com/ make sure TO LET THEM KNOW YOU HEARD OF THEM FROM THE PODCAST. I want them to know we got industry leaders and future stars in this community!
Go sign up for #1 job sports focused job board online and be part of their network. https://www.jobsinsports.com/ make sure TO LET THEM KNOW YOU HEARD OF THEM FROM THE PODCAST. I want them to know we got industry leaders and future stars in this community! Kolby and Olivia are joined on the podcast by three guests from MKTG a global lifestyle marketing agency. The three guests are: Keith Stoeckeler (@keiths) is currently the VP/ Group Director at MKTG Caroline Pettinato is a Graphic Desginer at MKTG and an Adjunct Professor at the University of New Haven Spencer Dean is a Digital Associate at MKTG. In this episode we break the record for most guests on one episode. We take a look at each of their journeys to where they are today. They all provide different perspectives and we take a look at what MKTG is all about. Episode Time Stamp 8:80 - They share what their motives and passions were when they first started in their careers compared to now. 15:93 - Caroline shares her creative approach to things and how she ended up being a professor along with working at MKTG. 20:89 - Keith shares his thoughts on building brand and his approach to brands. Importance of using social media to connect with people and the signs to pick up on. 27:89 - Spencer has a different journey path, he started with MKTG straight out of college and worked his way to the position he has today. He speaks about his previous internships and studying abroad at one point. 36:56 - Keith shares with us the work culture they have at MKTG. Spencer and Caroline share how that culture has helped them be the best they can possibly be. 46:87 - Kolby shares the folk story of how Nike supposedly loss Steph Curry to Under Armour (Google shares with us the true answer towards the end) Visit Keith Stoeckeler's website to follow him on his social media accounts also his relaunch of his blog (https://www.allthatinspiresme.com/). Unfortunately the others do not have social media but... Send us your feedback and send us questions on our Social Media Platforms: Twitter @sportsasajob Instagram @sportsasajob Facebook @sportsasajob LinkedIn: Sports As a Job Visit our website www.sportsasajob.com Intro Music credit to ABAPO Music Studios: https://www.youtube.com/channel/UCwF1OqcNsQEOd0iNu0Yjitg
This podcast is possible due to the donations of its supporters. Donate here if you believe in what we do: https://anchor.fm/sportsasajob/support In this Sports As a Job podcast episode, Kolby and Olivia is joined by Adam White. Adam White is the founder and CEO of the company Front Office Sports. Front Office Sports has been a fast growing company that covers the sports industry. Adam started this company in 2014 while he was still a college student attending the University of Miami. We dive into his life as the CEO and what that journey was like for him. At a young age he has achieved success but he still has a vision he is working on to turn into a reality. Join us as we dive into his journey and story. Episode Time Stamp: 1:03 Adam White gives us look into his life as the CEO and Founder of Front Office Sports. How does his day to day compare to when he first started the company as a college student in 2014? 4:42 What has been his motivation to turn Front Office Sports into what it is today? At one point he said it was all about "survival". Lets take a look into the mindset that it takes to do what he did and does. 7:45 Adam answers Olivia's question, "When did you know this was going to be a thing or the turning point for Front Office Sports?" 8:50 @shahobmehr from Twitter submitted his question to ask Adam White what are the mindful and wellness practices he conducts to balance his life. 14:30 Adam started putting out content in the early days interviewing interns of sports company. Most recently they were credited for breaking the news of Peyton Manning being offered a record deal to be an announcer for ESPN Monday Night Football. Adam shares his reflection looking back at what Front Office Sports was and what it is today. Send us your feedback and send us questions on our Social Media Platforms: Twitter @sportsasajob Instagram @sportsasajob Facebook @sportsasajob Visit our website www.sportsasajob.com Intro Music credit to ABAPO Music Studios: https://www.youtube.com/channel/UCwF1OqcNsQEOd0iNu0Yjitg Go sign up for #1 job sports focused job board online and be part of their network. https://www.jobsinsports.com/ make sure TO LET THEM KNOW YOU HEARD OF THEM FROM THE PODCAST. I want them to know we got industry leaders and future stars in this community!
Go sign up for #1 job sports focused job board online and be part of their network. https://www.jobsinsports.com/ make sure TO LET THEM KNOW YOU HEARD OF THEM FROM THE PODCAST. I want them to know we got industry leaders and future stars in this community! In this episode Olivia and Kolby discuss the topic of Tik Tok. We know that it has been a talking point for some time now. We are seeing a lot of sport organizations and people gain a lot of attention there. Do we use it? What is organic reach? Is Kolby Tik Tok famous? Find all of that out in this episode. Feel free to connect with Kolby (Twitter and Instagram @kolby_castillo) or Olivia (Twitter and Instagram: @OliviaPuttin Send us your feedback and send us questions on our Social Media Platforms: Twitter @sportsasajob Instagram @sportsasajob Facebook @sportsasajob LinkedIn: Sports As a Job Visit our website www.sportsasajob.com Intro Music credit to ABAPO Music Studios: https://www.youtube.com/channel/UCwF1OqcNsQEOd0iNu0Yjitg
Go sign up for #1 job sports focused job board online and be part of their network. https://www.jobsinsports.com/ make sure TO LET THEM KNOW YOU HEARD OF THEM FROM THE PODCAST. I want them to know we got industry leaders and future stars in this community! On this episode Kolby and Olivia is joined by Justin Gaard. Justin is currently a Radio Producer and Host for Minnesota's KFAN FM 100.3. He hosts his own show called "The Cake Show". Along with that he is also a sideline reporter for the University of Minnesota Gopher Football team. Justin shares his experience leading up to being an intern that led to a full-time position. He shares his advice for those looking to get in the sports industry and more specifically in his line of work. Along with that Olivia and Justin talk Gopher Sports. Justin's journey to where he is today is unique, find out in the episode why. Episode Time Stamp 00:55 to 3:01: Justin Gaard shares with us what exactly he does a Radio Producer, Show Host, and Sideline Reporter 3:02 to 4:56: What sparked Justin's interest to do what he does today? 4:57 to 7:55: Justin shares how his opportunity as an intern led to a full-time position 7:56 to 12:00: Without prior experience, how did Justin become the "maestro" behind the glass? 12:01 to 18:10: Justin's thoughts on the landscape of radio and podcasts 18:11 to 26:27: Justin and Olivia talk Gopher Sports. From fans rushing the field to talking about Coach P.J. Fleck 26:28 to 29:31: How does Justin handle the pressures of his job to succeed? Send us your feedback and send us questions on our Social Media Platforms: Twitter @sportsasajob Instagram @sportsasajob Facebook @sportsasajob LinkedIn: Sports As a Job Visit our website www.sportsasajob.com Intro Music credit to ABAPO Music Studios: https://www.youtube.com/channel/UCwF1OqcNsQEOd0iNu0Yjitg
Go sign up for #1 job sports focused job board online and be part of their network. https://www.jobsinsports.com/ make sure TO LET THEM KNOW YOU HEARD OF THEM FROM THE PODCAST. I want them to know we got industry leaders and future stars in this community! A popular topic among our guests and in the sports industry. Doing a twitter poll we got the feedback that you are interested in hearing Olivia's and Kolby's take on certain topics. The topic we are discussing today is unpaid internships. Are they worth it? What are the future of sports internships? Take a listen to our own personal experiences and understanding the importance of internships. Send us your feedback and send us questions on our Social Media Platforms: Twitter @sportsasajob Instagram @sportsasajob Facebook @sportsasajob LinkedIn: Sports As a Job Visit our website www.sportsasajob.com Intro Music credit to ABAPO Music Studios: https://www.youtube.com/channel/UCwF1OqcNsQEOd0iNu0Yjitg
Go sign up for #1 job sports focused job board online and be part of their network. https://www.jobsinsports.com/ make sure TO LET THEM KNOW YOU HEARD OF THEM FROM THE PODCAST. I want them to know we got industry leaders and future stars in this community! Ryan Boswell joins Kolby and Olivia on the Sports As a Job Podcast. Ryan is currently the Assistant Director of Digital Media at Utah Valley University Athletics. When we named the podcast "Journey of the working sports professional" Ryan's journey to where he is today is what we wanted to talk about. From passion of sports to being an intern and now where he is today has been a journey. Episode Time Stamp: 1:40 - We start off the episode with talking about his first experiences managing social media with the band The Killers. 4:50 - Ryan shares with us how as a freshman in college he was an Athletic Photography Intern for less than a month but got the chance to take photos for College Game Day on the stage. 9:25 - He left for a missionary trip in 2017 for two years and returned in 2019. Ryan only used Facebook during that time. He is currently the Assistant Director of Digital Media, How did he get back into the groove? 12:10 - Ryan explains his current position and the key to building a work atmosphere where everyone is able to thrive. 23:15 - We do a round table challenge where Co-Host Olivia and special guest Ryan are given 30 seconds to explain their thoughts on certain social media platforms. Thank you for joining us on the Sports As a Job Podcast, we appreciate your time. We are all on our own individual journeys but you are not alone. Follow us on Twitter and Instagram @sportsasajob Intro Music credit to ABAPO Music Studios: https://www.youtube.com/channel/UCwF1OqcNsQEOd0iNu0Yjitg
Go sign up for #1 job sports focused job board online and be part of their network. https://www.jobsinsports.com/ make sure TO LET THEM KNOW YOU HEARD OF THEM FROM THE PODCAST. I want them to know we got industry leaders and future stars in this community! Today's guest is Jenny Fischer, currently a postgraduate intern with the NCAA offices in Championships and Alliances, Digital & Social Media. The intern position last only until the summer of 2020. Jenny has previously worked/interned for the Big East Conference, Fox Sports, and Marquette Athletics. Ultimately, Jenny's experience is telling stories of athletes in different forms of content. In this episode, Kolby and Olivia discuss with Jenny how her journey has helped build her to the person she is today. Jenny gives tips on what makes a great story and how to make sure the story does justice for the person the story is about. We discuss the reality of Women Sports and how story telling may be the key to making the necessary changes. Episode Timestamp 2:24 to 7:50 Jenny explains what she currently does and the experiences leading up to the current one. 7:50 to 16:05 We discuss Jenny's motive to tell the stories and the art of storytelling. 17:05 to 21:00 How does Jenny feel that a fan sent a message to her saying she is an inspiration? 21:00 to 25:00 We explain our reasons for wanting to work in sports 25:00 to 30:37 Jenny reverses the role to ask us, "What keeps you in sports?" 30:37 to 36:07 "What is success to you"? 36:07 to 39:45 "If your mother saw what you were doing now, what do you think she would say?" 40:35 to 49:32 We discuss the landscape of Women Sports and how could all of we bring it into the spotlight. 49:32 A month long trip traveling the country to tell the stories of the players and coaches in College Women Basketball. 52:47 Jenny explains her career aspirations and that she is looking for her next opportunity. Jenny Fischer Twitter: @jennylynnfisch LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/in/jennyfischer012 Follow us on Twitter and Instagram @sportsasajob Intro Music credit to ABAPO Music Studios: https://www.youtube.com/channel/UCwF1OqcNsQEOd0iNu0Yjitg
Go sign up for #1 job sports focused job board online and be part of their network. https://www.jobsinsports.com/ make sure TO LET THEM KNOW YOU HEARD OF THEM FROM THE PODCAST. I want them to know we got industry leaders and future stars in this community! Today's guest is Mike Richey from Mississippi State University Athletics. His College Athletics Career started in 1995, he now has over twenty years of experience. He joins Kolby and Olivia on the podcast to talk about his journey. He shows us that relationships, hard work, and passion never get old. Episode Time Stamp 1:47 to 3:38 Mike explains what he does as the Executive Senior Associate A.D. / Bulldog Tickets and Operations 3:38 to 6:07 Mike shares from his 20+ years of experience what has made him successful in Athletic Development and career in general 6:08 to 8:36 Explains how his role has changed and what he does during Football Game Days 8:37 to 13:03 His career timeline from James Madison, to Oklahoma State University, and now Mississippi State Athletics. 13:04 to 18:08 Explains how "taking a shot in the dark" was worth it towards his career and advice on how to make best of your first opportunity 18:10 to 23:13 The origin of his mindset 23:15 to 26:15 Pursuing a Master's Degree and tips on leveraging it 26:16 to 30:40 Was this what he envisioned for himself in 1995? How did he close the gap of where he was to where he wanted to be? 33:21 to 42:47 "Telling your story" to create a Philanthropic Culture 45:30 to 48:55 Tips to balance work and personal life Follow us on Twitter and Instagram @sportsasajob If you listened to the episode please leave a review and rating here: https://www.podchaser.com/podcasts/sports-as-a-job-975877 Intro Music credit to ABAPO Music Studios: https://www.youtube.com/channel/UCwF1OqcNsQEOd0iNu0Yjitg
On this episode Kolby and Olivia is joined by guest Max Simpson. Max is currently a Corporate Partnerships Account Manager with the Reno Aces & 1868 FC. Along with that he was a former contributor to Front Office Sports. Currently, he is a contributor to Sponsorship Space. In this episode we discuss Max’s journey from intern with the Arizona Diamond Backs to now working full-time with the Reno organizations. Max is an avid soccer fan so of course we talk about his love for the sport and the landscape of the sport in the U.S. Podcast Time Description 3:55 to 7:40, We discuss his current job working for two sport organizations at the same time. 8:00 to 17:15, The landscape of Soccer in the U.S. 17:15 to 21:00, Discuss his goal of being part of the FIFA World Cup 2026 in any capacity 21:00 to 25:00, Max shares his favorite memory of how the game of Soccer unites people 25:00 to 31:00, Took a look at his experience as an intern in Baseball 31:00 to 40:20, The importance of internships. Are they worth it and why are they important? 40:20 to 46:24, Shout out to the field/grounds crew of the Reno Aces and 1868 FC. Shares how to be part of their internship 46:24 to 49:50, Max shares people who has positively impact his life. Join us every Thursday 9 PM ET, 8 PM CT for the #sportsasajob chat. We discuss topics and ask questions based on that week's episode. This chat will give everyone another opportunity to network and have critical conversations. You do not have to listen to the episode to know what is going on. It would give you better insight into why we are discussing certain topics and asking certain questions. I look forward to chatting and meeting you. f you listened to the episode please leave a review and rating here: https://www.podchaser.com/podcasts/sports-as-a-job-975877 Intro Music credit to ABAPO Music Studios: https://www.youtube.com/channel/UCwF1OqcNsQEOd0iNu0Yjitg
Go sign up for #1 job sports focused job board online and be part of their network. https://www.jobsinsports.com/ make sure TO LET THEM KNOW YOU HEARD OF THEM FROM THE PODCAST. I want them to know we got industry leaders and future stars in this community! For the first time, Sports As a Job Podcast is co-hosted by Olivia Puttin and Kolby Castillo. On this episode, Scott Peace joins us on the podcast. Scott is the current Assistant Athletic Director for Marketing and Fan Engagement at the University of Evansville Athletics. In 2014 he joined the University of Evansville Athletics staff as the Director of Ticketing Services and Athletic Event Operations. In 2016, he was elevated to Assistant Athletic Director for Ticket Operations. Then in June 2018, he was elevated to his current position. We take a look at his journey from being a fan of Louisville Athletics to now working in College Athletics. How did he go from intern at the University of Louisville Athletics Department, to University of South Florida Athletics, and to his current spot at the University of Evansville Athletics? His journey provides the lessons you can use to get your next opportunity. Evansville's Men Basketball team upset University of Kentucky (Ranked at #10 at the time). We take a look at how that impacted his job and the excitement surrounding that. If you listened to the episode please leave a review and rating here: https://www.podchaser.com/podcasts/sports-as-a-job-975877 Intro Music credit to ABAPO Music Studios: https://www.youtube.com/channel/UCwF1OqcNsQEOd0iNu0Yjitg
At one point, the Sports As a Job Podcast was just hosted by Kolby Castillo. We have added another host. It adds another perspective, another network of people, and more help to network for you. We introduce the new co-host and tell you what to expect from the both of us. 2020 for us is about networking and connecting. We are on the mission to connect you with other people but also opportunity. With "The Start of a New Era" we look forward to more guests and more stories. We have added a video component which we will upload the video interviews to our YouTube channel. We are all on our own individual journeys but you are not alone! Please leave a rating, review, and subscribe to the Podcast. Follow us on twitter, Facebook, YouTube, and Instagram. If you listened to the episode please leave a review and rating here: https://www.podchaser.com/podcasts/sports-as-a-job-975877 Intro Music credit to ABAPO Music Studios: https://www.youtube.com/channel/UCwF1OqcNsQEOd0iNu0Yjitg
Kolby Castillo is joined on the podcast by Patrick Murphy. Patrick is currently the Sports Information Assistant at Embry-Riddle Aeronautical University Athletics. Patrick is a graduate from Missouri S&T. He graduated with a Bachelor of Science degree in Business and Management Systems with minors in Marketing, History and Entrepreneurship. Also, recently earned a Master of Science degree in Information Science and Technology from Missouri S&T too. Patrick Murphy has a story of perseverance, persistence, and commitment to his goals. Not making the baseball team in College led him to discovering the sports industry. At one time he was planning to be an engineer and now works in sports. He currently is looking for his next opportunity. Listen to his story and Journey! If you listened to the episode please leave a review and rating here: https://www.podchaser.com/podcasts/sports-as-a-job-975877 Intro Music credit to ABAPO Music Studios: https://www.youtube.com/channel/UCwF1OqcNsQEOd0iNu0Yjitg
Kolby Castillo is joined by Ariana Palmer a Marketing Coordinator at the University of Pittsburgh Athletics. Ariana graduated from Rider University in 2017. She was a student-athlete on the Swimming and Diving Team. She graduated with a co-major in Marketing, Sport Management, and a Business minor in Spanish. She then went on to continue her education at Drexel University where she graduated in 2019 with her M.S. in Sport Management and a minor in Marketing. In this episode we discuss her experience as a student athlete. She juggled multiple jobs, being a student-athlete, and double majoring. We discuss the things going on at the University of Pittsburgh Athletics and the things she gets to be part of. Join me as we take a listen to Ariana Palmer's story and journey. If you listened to the episode please leave a review and rating here: https://www.podchaser.com/podcasts/sports-as-a-job-975877 Intro Music credit to ABAPO Music Studios: https://www.youtube.com/channel/UCwF1OqcNsQEOd0iNu0Yjitg
Rob Thompson is currently the Senior Director Athletic Development at the University of New Haven. Also, he is the Founder and Executive Director of GamePlanU. Rob brings his 28+ years in start ups, start overs, College Athletics, grassroot sports, the NFL, and the Walt Disney Company. Along with all that he is an author and podcast host. Rob is a mentor to the next generation of sports leaders. We discuss his first real job in sports. Rob speaks about his “MBA” experience working for the NFL. With so many years of experience, you don’t want to miss out on the advice he gives. Follow him on Twitter @RobThompsonLive and LinkedIn: Rob Thompson If you listened to the episode please leave a review and rating here: https://www.podchaser.com/podcasts/sports-as-a-job-975877 Intro Music credit to ABAPO Music Studios: https://www.youtube.com/channel/UCwF1OqcNsQEOd0iNu0Yjitg
Go sign up for #1 job sports focused job board online and be part of their network. https://www.jobsinsports.com/ make sure TO LET THEM KNOW YOU HEARD OF THEM FROM THE PODCAST. I want them to know we got industry leaders and future stars in this community! On this episode of the Sports As a Job Podcast, Kolby is joined by Rebekah Rabun the Director of Administration for Texas A&M Athletics. Rebekah earned her B.S. in Health Promotions at the University of Georgia. She completed her M.S. in Sport Management at Texas A&M. From 2015-2017 while attending Texas A&M she was a graduate assistant in the Sport Management Department. This included duties as a teaching assistant and event management. She also assisted with Men's Basketball Operations at Texas A&M. Fast forward to August 2019 when she became the Director of Administration for Texas A&M Athletics. In this episode she explains the day to day of her current position and the exciting things that go on. In her words, it is somewhat a position of Athletic Director in training. We discuss how she went from intern to the Director of Administration. Listen to her journey and her story. If you listened to the episode please leave a review and rating here: https://www.podchaser.com/podcasts/sports-as-a-job-975877 Intro Music credit to ABAPO Music Studios: https://www.youtube.com/channel/UCwF1OqcNsQEOd0iNu0Yjitg
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