Podcast appearances and mentions of roy kessel

Join us for S6:EP12 of the Sports Philanthropy Podcast as Anna Isaacson, Senior VP of Social Responsibility for the NFL sits down with our host; Roy Kessel to highlight the work that the league is doing through its CSR initiatives.As Senior Vice President of Social Responsibility for the National Football League, Anna directs the league's social, charitable and philanthropic endeavors, including how the NFL addresses social justice, domestic violence, sexual assault and other critical societal issues.She also oversees the work of the NFL Foundation, a non-profit organization dedicated to improving the lives of those touched by the game of football – from players at all levels to communities across the country. In this role, she oversees the development of a full range of education, training and support programs relating to domestic violence, sexual assault, character education and others topics to reach both members of the NFL family and the broader society. Anna was born and raised in Brooklyn, New York. She earned a BA in history from Barnard College and now lives in Manhattan with her husband, son and daughter. In 2018 she led the development of Inspire Change, a new social justice campaign focused on opening access to opportunity for communites across the country. She launched My Cause My Cleats in 2016 to highlight the hundreds of philanthropic and civic-minded players in the NFL. She also spearheads the NFL's cancer platform, Crucial Catch, as well as many of the initiatives that fall under NFL PLAY 60, the league's effort to combat youth obesity across the nation. She developed the NFL's unified military appreciation campaign, Salute to Service in 2011.Anna is also responsible for developing and directing corporate social responsibility activities that take place at NFL Draft, Kickoff, Pro Bowl and the Super Bowl. Her perview includes managing NFL Auction, the official auction site of the NFL and a digital platform that donates 100% of its net proceeds to support NFL, team and player charities. For more than a decade, Anna was co-chair of the NFL's Diversity Council, a committee tasked to oversee many of the league's diversity-related initiatives such as the founding of the NFL's first employee resource group, the Women's Interactive Network (WIN). Under her direction, these “affinity” groups haves expanded to include others such as the Black Engagement Network (BEN), PRIDE, Community Teammates and and the Asian Professional Exhchange (APEX). Prior to joining the NFL, Anna spent five years working in community relations and other capacities for the Brooklyn Cyclones baseball club, minor league affiliate of the NY Mets. At the Cyclones, Anna developed a range of community initiatives and events including the founding of the Brooklyn Baseball Gallery—a small museum dedicated to the history of Brooklyn baseball.

Join us for S6:EP14 of the Sports Philanthropy Podcast as Katie Lever from the Drake Group and the University of Texas sits down with our host; Roy Kessel to share details of the incredible work that she is doing to protect the interests of student-athletes and prevent athlete abuse.Katie Lever is a doctoral candidate at the University of Texas, where she researches NCAA rhetoric and policy and was named the 2021 Moody College of Communication Outstanding Doctoral Student. Lever is in the process of writing her dissertation which covers paternalism in college sports and how infantilizing language use harms college athletes and has presented past research on ideology and policy in college sports at national conferences.She is also a freelance sportswriter, whose work has been featured in FanSided, Extra Points, Global Sports Matters, and Forbes. Her freelance work with 2aDays discusses NCAA policy and sports law and their effect on college athletes.Lever's debut novel, Surviving the Second Tier, launched in February 2022 and discusses her research, including college athlete abuse, exploitation, health and safety, mental health, and NCAA policy failures, in a fictional dystopian context.She graduated from Western Kentucky University in 2016 with a B.A. in Communication Studies and in 2018 with an M.A. in Organizational Communication. While at WKU, Lever was a Division 1 athlete running track and cross country and was a two-time Sun Belt Conference champion in track and field (indoor and outdoor).She serves on the Drake Group Board of Directors and resides in Austin, Texas.

Join us for S6:EP10 of the Sports Philanthropy Podcast as Michael Wyman, President of North Channel Community Rowing sits down with our host; Roy Kessel to share his journey to start North Channel Community Rowing.Michael comes to NCCR with over ten years of coaching experience at the high school level. He rowed both in high school and college and is a USRowing Level 3 certified coach. He has contributed to winning four national championships with his novice boys high school rowing team, but is most proud of helping his rowers become outstanding students, good community citizens and setting them up for success in college and beyond. Michael is a graduate of the University of New Hampshire and also earned his MBA at Dartmouth College. He has worked with young children for over 25 years through previous volunteer work with Junior Achievement, Special Olympics, Big Brothers Big Sisters and his church. Michael brings previous experience in fundraising, recruitment and program development to NCCR, and is excited about bringing its mission to fruition.Guiding Principles: ACCESS: Strive for inclusivity and availability for all, regardless of race, color, creed, national origin, gender, gender identity, sexual orientation, or ability to pay. EMPOWERMENT: Build self-esteem and a broad depth of strength through leadership, teamwork and accountability. WELLNESS: Introduce a fun and rewarding sport that teaches hard work and discipline while improving health and building fitness in a unique team environment.

Join us for S6:EP11 of the Sports Philanthropy Podcast as Nicole Fernandez, founder of Game Time Foundation sits down with our host; Roy Kessel to share her journey and how she is working to transform lives by providing sports equipment to children in Columbia.Nicole was born and raised in Miami, FL. Her parents are from Barranquilla, Colombia. Nicole is a freelance sports journalist, content creator and philanthropist. She is bilingual and fluent in both English & Spanish. Since May 2021, she has been working with Las Mayores- Major League Baseball– currently a Spanish Senior Associate Coordinator, Social Media Marketing & Innovation. Nicole has a passion for sports (especially baseball) journalism and how both bring people together. She also have passion for creating content for social media and being a storyteller through social media platforms. Nicole started Game Time Foundation in 2014. As a journalist Nicole believes it is her job to listen to our community and help by giving voices to those who don't have it. She put her career to the side to start something bigger than herself. She started GTF also as a way to help her parent's country through the help of her community. Nicole is proud American with her latin background and GTF was a way to honor both. MISSION : “Every child should have access to sports & use that platform to learn & grow as an individual.” VISION: “Empowering children by providing sports essentials, teaching sportsmanship & hosting impactful life conversations.” In 9 years, Game Time Foundation has helped more than 3,300 children in 3 countries in which more than 5,000lbs of equipment have been donated. GTF collects equipment in South Florida and donates them to children in respective teams that need the support. Started by Nicole Fernandez, GTF contributes mostly to the growth of baseball in Colombia, but also added softball and soccer, which soccer has also been a strong sport. During the pandemic GTF expanded to Puerto Rico ( baseball) and Honduras ( soccer).Nicole started GTF because after doing an interview for my youtube channel in 2013. She was inspired by a little boy who loved the game- he never told her to help him with a bat or glove, he just told her he loved baseball. In 2022 alone around 300 children have been helped, in 2 countries 5 towns, in which more than 700 lbs of equipment have been donated.

Join us for S6:EP13 of the Sports Philanthropy Podcast as Evan Dabby, Executive Director of New Jersey Youth Soccer sits down with our host; Roy Kessel to share share his journey and the work that he is doing to transform lives through soccer. Evan Dabby is the Executive Director of NJ Youth Soccer where he oversees all aspects of business operations. Prior to that he served 16 seasons at the MLS League Office where he was responsible for a variety of programs during his tenure: Game Operations, Stadium Operations, Security, Supporter Groups, Sports Medicine and Team Travel. VisionThe vision of NJYSA is to provide fun and safe soccer experiences at all ages and abilities for the youth soccer community.MissionThe mission of NJYSA is to serve the youth soccer community by providing our members with programs, tools, education, training, and governance; promoting a positive, inclusive culture and safe environment; and encouraging the development of youth soccer players of all ages and skill levels. Overview New Jersey Youth Soccer runs an impressive array of soccer programming including travel leagues, recreational league and a Top Soccer program that provides opportunities for over individuals with Developmental Disabilities.With over 350 clubs participating in their leagues, NJYS serves over 100,000 players throughout the state. NJYS has made a strong effort to cultivate a positive experience on the field and to eliminate some of the negative experiences we have seen in other types of youth sports including major initiatives to reduce the abuse of referees and coaches.NJYS also provides support for other communities by donating soccer balls to Afghan refugess and by running a robust TOP Soccer Program for players with special needs. Over 1000 players with special needs participate in their program where they partnered with RJW Barnabas Health.They are also working to build mini-pitches by partnering with the US Soccer Foundation and they are excited about look ahead to the World Cup in 2026. One of the big initiatives is to create a culture of fun within the spirit of competition. Events like a Fright Fest Tournament highlight that point.As they look to the future, NJYS is also committed to growing the opportunities for girls and women as we celebrate 50 years of Title IX. NJYS is focused on getting more women involved in both coaching and officiating.

Join us for S5:EP10 of the #SportsPhilanthropy #Podcast as Joe Mornini, Found and Executive Director for Team River Runner, sits down with our host Roy Kessel.

Join us for S5:EP9 of the #SportsPhilanthropy #Podcast as David Flynn, Executive Director for The Center For Healing and Justice Through Sport, sits down with our host Roy Kessel.

Join us for S5:EP8 of the #SportsPhilanthropy #Podcast as Ryan Sahlin, Founder of Greater Than The Game sits down with our host Roy Kessel.

Join us for S5:EP4 of the #SportsPhilanthropy #Podcast as Brian Ford, Co-Founder of For Purpose sits down with our host Roy Kessel.

Join us for S5:EP3 of the #SportsPhilanthropy #Podcast as Anna Valent, Executive Director of Athletes for CARE sits down with our host Roy Kessel.

Join us for S5:EP1 of the #SportsPhilanthropy #Podcast as Arnie Fielkow, CEO of the Jewish Federation of Greater New Orleans sits down with our host Roy Kessel

Join us for S4:EP43 of the #SportsPhilanthropy #Podcast as Jason Belinkie, COO of Athletes for Hope sits down with our host Roy Kessel.

Join us for S4:EP43 of the #SportsPhilanthropy #Podcast as Marc Pollick, President of the Giving Back Fund sits down with our host Roy Kessel.

Join us for S4:EP42 of the #SportsPhilanthropy #Podcast as Dia Syed, Chief Executive Officer of Girls In Sports Alberta sits down with our host Roy Kessel.

Join us for S4:EP34 of the #SportsPhilanthropy #Podcast as Diahann Billings-Burford, Chief Executive Officer of RISE (Ross Initiative on Sports Equality) sits down with our host Roy Kessel.

Join us for S4:EP33 of the #SportsPhilanthropy #Podcast as Veronne Clark, Social Responsibility and Engagement Assistant at Ole Miss sits down with our host Roy Kessel.

Join us for S4:EP32 of the #SportsPhilanthropy #Podcast as Eric Kussin, Founder and Chief Executive Officer of We're All A Little "Crazy" sits down with our host Roy Kessel.

Join us for S4:EP31 of the #SportsPhilanthropy #Podcast as Ed Foster-Simeon, President and Chief Executive Officer of the U.S. Soccer Foundation sits down with our host Roy Kessel.

Join us for S4:EP30 of the #SportsPhilanthropy #Podcast as Josh Ortiz, Senior Manager, Community Relations and Youth Engagement, and Kristin Rortvedt, Director, Community Relations at the Minnesota Twins sits down with our host Roy Kessel.

Join us for S4:EP29 of the #SportsPhilanthropy #Podcast as Grant Frailich, Founder of The Pride Tree sits down with our host Roy Kessel.

Join us for S4:EP28 of the #SportsPhilanthropy #Podcast as Justin Prettyman, Executive Director at San Francisco 49ers sits down with our host Roy Kessel.

Join us for S4:EP27 of the #SportsPhilanthropy #Podcast as Steve Pindar, Founder of Roberto's Kids, sits down with our host Roy Kessel.

Join us for S4:EP26 of the #SportsPhilanthropy #Podcast as Andy Bessette, Executive Vice President, and Nathan Grube, Tournament Director at Travelers, sits down with our host Roy Kessel.

Join us for S4:EP24 of the #SportsPhilanthropy #Podcast as Karen Doubilet, Global Executive Director at PeacePlayers sits down with our host Roy Kessel.

Join us for S4:EP23 of the #SportsPhilanthropy #Podcast as Gary Stokan, Chief Executive Officer and President of Peach Bowl sits down with our host Roy Kessel.

Join us for S4:EP22 of the #SportsPhilanthropy #Podcast as Lindsay Sarah Krasnoff sits down with our host Roy Kessel.

Join us for S4:EP21 of the #SportsPhilanthropy #Podcast as Mary Hodge, High-Performance Manager for USA Para Powerlifting sits down with our host Roy Kessel.

Roy Kessel joins Michael Rasile on For the Love of Sports to discuss his career in philanthropy and how he was able to create the Sports Philanthropy Network. Through his network, he's about to help athletes partner with philanthropic causes to help communities they are interested in helping. https://sportsphilanthropynetwork.org/ https://twitter.com/SportsPhilanNet https://www.linkedin.com/in/roy-kessel/ Buy my book, Winning in Sports Business!

Join us for S4:EP20 of the #SportsPhilanthropy #Podcast as David Rhode, Founder at Dot Dot Org sits down with our host Roy Kessel.

Join us for S4:EP19 of the #SportsPhilanthropy #Podcast as Leigh Steinberg, Founder of Steinberg Sports & Entertainment, sits down with our host Roy Kessel.

Join us for S4:EP18 of the #SportsPhilanthropy #Podcast as Jesse Marks, Executive Director of the Miami Dolphins Foundation, sits down with our host Roy Kessel.

Join us for S4:EP17 of the #SportsPhilanthropy #Podcast as Lew Blaustein, President of Eco Athletes sits down with our host Roy Kessel.

Join us for S4:EP16 of the #SportsPhilanthropy #Podcast as Meredith Whitley, Associate Professor at Adelphi University and Editor of the Journal of Sport for Development sits down with our host Roy Kessel.

Join us for S4:EP15 of the #SportsPhilanthropy #Podcast as Mary Kate Vanecko, Executive Director of Box United, sits down with our host Roy Kessel.

Join us for S4:EP14 of the #SportsPhilanthropy #Podcast as Adele Bruggeman, Founder of ActivateHer sits down with our host Roy Kessel.

Join us for S4:EP12 of the #SportsPhilanthropy #Podcast as Daniel Arons, Founder of Family Ballpark Memories sits down with our host Roy Kessel.

Join us for S4:EP11 of the #SportsPhilanthropy #Podcast as Robert Malengreau, Founder and Director of UmRio/OneRio, sits down with our host Roy Kessel.

Join us for S4:EP8 of the #SportsPhilanthropy #Podcast as Blair Neelands, Sustainability and Outreach Coordinator, for the Portland Timbers, sits down with our host Roy Kessel.

Join us for S4:EP7 of the #SportsPhilanthropy #Podcast as Peter Piscitello, Manager of Outreach and Operations Support for Play Like a Champion Today, sits down with our host Roy Kessel.

Join us for S4:EP6 of the #SportsPhilanthropy #Podcast as André Lodrée, Founder and Executive Director at Four Point Play, Inc., sits down with our host Roy Kessel.

Join us for S4:EP5 of the #SportsPhilanthropy #Podcast as Ian Leslie, Director of Community Development at the BamFam Foundation, sits down with our host Roy Kessel.

Join us for S3:EP26 of the #SportsPhilanthropy #Podcast as Brett Taber, Executive Director of Social Impact for the Minnesota Vikings, sits down with our host Roy Kessel.

Join us for S3:EP25 of the #SportsPhilanthropy #Podcast as Marty Davis, author of 30 Days with America's High School Coaches, sits down with our host Roy Kessel.

Join us for S3:EP24 of the #SportsPhilanthropy #Podcast as Jon Hamilton, International Director of Inspire Indonesia, sits down with our host Roy Kessel.

Join us for S3:EP23 of the #SportsPhilanthropy #Podcast as Moe Hasham, Founder and Executive Director of the Hockey 4 Youth Foundation, sits down with our host Roy Kessel.

Join us for S3:EP20 of the #SportsPhilanthropy #Podcast as Kevin Connors, Senior Director of Susan Crown Exchange, and Will McAneny, Senior Communications Associate at Susan Crown Exchange, sit down with our host Roy Kessel.

Join us for S3:EP19 of the #SportsPhilanthropy #Podcast as Chris Lesner, founder and CEO of Project World Play, sits down with our host Roy Kessel.

Roy Kessel is the founder of the Sports Philanthropy Network, an organization committed helping sports leagues and teams do good in their communities. Roy has built an impressive network of top-tier sports personalities, local community sports organizations, and funders who are committed to advancing social change, education, empowerment, and opportunity through sports. In this episode, Roy helps high school coaches understand the sports philanthropy landscape, and gives them real-world into making connections with organizations that can help support their work. There are no short cuts or magic buttons to push when it comes to raising money, but there are more and less effective ways to go about it. Roy will give you the tools you need to know how to start. Roy's talking points and the minute markers in the show you can find them are: 1:20: Roy discusses his trek through the world of sports to the creation of SPN. He'll talk about his work as an NFL agent, the growth of the sports business world, leading fundraising efforts for high-profile organizations like the Rose Bowl, and how he came to develop an organization to helping athletes make the most of their celebrity and their desire to do good in their communities. 6:35: Roy talks about the breadth of the sports philanthropy world, including the four broad spheres it operates in: 1) Leagues, 2) Athletes' Foundations, 3) Community based, grass-roots nonprofits, 4) Funders and Sponsors, including corporate foundations and private foundations dedicated to supporting Sports Based Youth Development. 10:00: How do high school coaches raise money? (How do you become an overnight success? You start 20 years ago.) Roy talks about the important of understanding the landscape you exist in, knowing the difference between "true sponsorship" and "goodwill sponsorship", and the importance of setting goals and targets, and articulating them effectively. 16:30: High school programs should learn about programs that are designed to meet a specific need, like the Sports Bra Project, whose founder Roy featured recently on his own podcast show. 18:30: Roy talks about how coaches can connect with organizations that will support with their needs, and the role that SPN can play. 22:50: If you coach in a community that is challenging socio-economically, how do you gain access to people who may be able to help you grow and expand your work? 31:30: How can organizations approach a foundation, especially one started by a local athlete who has reached the highest levels of success in professional sports? 35:30: Nick Saban and his coaching style. 40:30: Sports Philanthropy World Conference

Join us for S3:EP18 of the #SportsPhilanthropy #Podcast as Donna Orender, founder and CEO of Generation W, sits down with our host Roy Kessel.

Join us for S3:EP17 of the #SportsPhilanthropy #Podcast as Kathy McAllister, executive director of GOALS Haiti, sits down with our host Roy Kessel