Business of Sports: Playmakers Beyond the Competition

Business of Sports: Playmakers Beyond the Competition

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Business of Sports: Playmakers Beyond the Competition episodes

  • Michael Weiss, Event Director of the Gateway Cup

    In this episode, hosts Ken Dubinsky and Chris Roseman sit down with Michael Weiss, the Event Director of the Gateway Cup, one of St. Louis’ premier cycling events.

    Michael shares how the Gateway Cup has grown into a community tradition, attracting world-class athletes while showcasing St. Louis neighborhoods, local businesses, and fans. From the logistics of coordinating a multi-day race to the impact it has on tourism and economic development, this conversation explores how sports events drive more than just competition — they create culture, community, and commerce.

    👉 Learn about:

    • The behind-the-scenes of organizing a major cycling event

    • How sponsors, fans, and athletes come together to make it happen

    • The Gateway Cup’s role in promoting St. Louis on the national cycling stage

      Don’t miss this deep dive into the business side of cycling and community sports events.

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      48 min
    • Business of Sports: St. Louis Blues Executive Vice President, Chief Operating & Financial Officer Steve Chapman

      In this episode of Business of Sports: Playmakers Beyond the Competition, hosts Ken Dubinsky and Chris Roseman sit down with Steve Chapman, Executive Vice President and Chief Operating & Financial Officer of the St. Louis Blues.

      From behind-the-scenes strategy to front-office leadership, Chapman shares how the Blues operate as a business and a brand beyond the ice. The conversation dives into revenue generation, fan engagement, arena partnerships, and what it takes to keep a professional sports franchise competitive in today's evolving landscape.

      🎙️ Don’t miss this inside look at the business decisions that help shape one of the NHL’s most respected organizations.

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      #StLouisBlues #BusinessOfSports #NHL #SportsBusiness #SteveChapman #EnterpriseCenter #KenDubinsky #ChrisRoseman #PlaymakersBeyondTheCompetition

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      47 min
    • Business of Sports: Inside Venue Management with Jeremy Huelsing of Oak View Group

      Business of Sports: Playmakers Beyond the Competition

      🎙️ Hosted by Ken Dubinsky & Chris Roseman

      In this episode of Business of Sports: Playmakers Beyond the Competition, Ken and Chris sit down with Jeremy Huelsing, District General Manager at Oak View Group, the powerhouse behind some of the nation’s premier sports and entertainment venues. Jeremy oversees multiple facilities, including Chaifetz Arena in St. Louis, and brings unique insights into what it takes to run successful live event operations behind the scenes.

      From navigating relationships with artists and teams to creating exceptional fan experiences and adapting to evolving industry trends, Jeremy shares how Oak View Group is shaping the future of venue management and live entertainment.

      If you're curious about the real business behind the show—from scheduling big-name acts to maximizing arena revenue—this episode is a must-listen.

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      #BusinessOfSports #PlaymakersPodcast #OakViewGroup #ChaifetzArena #StLouisEvents #SportsBusiness #VenueManagement #KenDubinsky #ChrisRoseman #JeremyHuelsing


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      48 min
    • Business of Sports: NIL Talk with Brad Larrondo

      In the first episode of Business of Sports: Playmakers Beyond the Competition, hosts Ken Dubinsky and Chris Roseman talk with Brad Larrondo, CEO/Executive Director at Every True Tiger Brands.

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      48 min

    About Business of Sports: Playmakers Beyond the Competition

    From the publisher's feed

    ‘Business of Sports: Playmakers Beyond the Competition’ pulls back the curtain on the power players shaping the sports industry — from the college level to the pros. Hosted by Chris Roseman, Mizzou’s Assistant Athletic Director and St. Louis Regional Development Officer, and Ken Dubinsky, founder of Haystack Sourcing and a seasoned sports media producer who pioneered the first athlete-driven NIL snack brand, the show dives deep into the business behind the game.