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SPORTS PUBLICITY, MARKETING & BRAND BUILDING IN A NEW AGE: WITH JOE FAVORITO
There has been so much talk and interest around the new “hot” elements of sports business; from the rise of esports to niche streaming services to sports gambling it is always good to take a look back and see what was “hot” for many became what was “not” over time, as a rush to one …
Last week during his “State of the Game” presser at the MLB All-Star Game in Washington, MLB Commissioner Rob Manfred was asked about the lack of celebrity exposure Mike Trout has had. His answer came down to this: the marketing of players is a two way street these days, dedication and performance of the field …
The following recently ran on Portada… The best news coming out of World Cup for sports business in the United States was the aggregate power of Latino activation that played out across broadcast numbers, social engagement and brand activation. The ROI from all who looked to the Latino demo, from millennials and Spanish-first speakers to …
Sometimes you find great stories, and opportunity, in the strangest places. Case in point, while on vacation in Alaska at Denali National Park a few weeks ago we came across a very unique branded water. Its packaging was unique, its sustainable message was very clear; its reusability was very handy. It wasn’t Evian, or Poland …
One of the biggest challenges and opportunities in sports media and technology in the coming years will revolve around consumer data and tracking. Who has it, what do they have, how is it being used, when will it be used, how secure is it, can it be monetized and when…are all very legitimate questions not …
Our recent trip to Alaska was an eye opener for many reasons, not the least of which was the wonder and vastness that America still has to offer people from the lower 48. It is also still a place of great entrepreneurial spirit and probably opportunity for the hardy who can deal with the challenges …
The following summary was compiled by Syracuse University student Sam Birdsall from our recent podcast with facilities expert and Columbia faculty member Bill Squires… One of the most important facets of the industry of sports, that often goes unnoticed is that of facilities and stadium operations. From field control to concessions to parking lot usage, …
On a sultry summer evening in June, Stephen “Wonderboy” Thompson and fellow UFC star Chris Weidman are facing off on the roof of IMG Models across from Madison Square Park. “Never hit with a fist in a street fight,” Thompson says. “You’ll bust up your hand and cut your assailant’s face. You do not want …
The following was compiled by Syracuse student Sam Birdsall, and is part of our Columbia University Sports Podcast (CUSP Show) series. You can hear over 100 episodes here as well. It’s amazing the things you learn when you ask some questions. While many in the sports business and academic fields know Scott Rosner, how many …
Friday night I was taking a few minutes channel surfing when I came upon James Brooks’ award winning iconic film “Terms of Endearment.” The story of a dysfunctional but very human family has a laundry list of stars then and soon to be, and remains a classic. However one thing struck me in the few …