Front Office Features

In this episode we welcome back Dan Lust Esq., National Sports Law Analyst and our first repeat guest. Dan breaks down the big news from the NCAA this past week on the potential of college athletes being able to earn endorsements. The possibility of paying student athletes for their likeness could change the sports business landscape in a dramatic way and Dan details that impact for our listeners. 

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Rob and Chris dive into the hurdles MLB face to get back on the field. An inside look at the economics and logistics of what it would take to play baseball again this year. Rob shares the back story on his mascot picture he posted today. Chris's former employer, DraftKings, had huge sports business news as they went public last Friday. Chris shares how DK will utilize the newly raised capital to expand their sports betting dominance. The NFL Draft came and went without a hitch and huge kudos to the IT department. Rob had an "interesting" roommate in Battlecreek who would have been a huge fan of our Strat-o-Matic guest this week. Rob runs down the list of Baseball movies he has seen and shares a Pro Tip on how he utilizes his daughter to calm down angry Minor League Baseball fans. 

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In this episode our format is a bit nontraditional as we interviewed two sports tech leaders and combined them as the underlying theme was to shed light on opportunities in the budding sports tech industry.

The first guest is Rich Abend, CEO of Famer, a sports coaching and mentorship platform. Rich has a robust sports business  background and is now putting his experiences to work in the sports tech industry.

Our second guest is Adam Richman, President of Strat-O-Matic, the baseball board game. He and his team have taken an old board game into the digital age and it has been growing like crazy!

As Rob and Chris have cited in past podcasts, especially last week's, the sports tech industry is growing exponentially.  Though not a sports team these tech companies are changing the sports business landscape and providing opportunities for the next generation of sports executives to flourish.

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Rob and Chris recap their biggest interview yet with Sam Kennedy from this past week. The guys feel good that a lot of Sam's advice aligned with what they have been saying for the past 6 months. Rob drops a movie reference which has Chris shook. But a must listen to hear Rob's favorite movie. Rob brings up a topic that was posed to him on LinkedIn; how do sports return? Rob is all in on tech and the opportunities that will present themselves for people to make a mark in sports business. The future of MiLB and the uncertainty around the affiliations moving forward. Plus the major sports news of the day with the big golf match featuring Tiger, Phil, Brady, and Manning. 

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This week's guest is none other than the President/CEO of the Boston Red Sox and Fenway Sports Management, Sam Kennedy. AKA as Chris's boss. Sam took time out of his crazy schedule to discuss how he jump started his career with the New York Yankees as an intern before breaking into the radio business. Sam provided spot on guidance for sports management hopefuls to get a glimpse of what it takes to be successful in sports business while standing out from the crowd. He reminisced on Larry Lucchino's impact on his early career and the qualities and traits he still utilizes today that Larry impressed on him. Sam also lays out the blueprint for how to have a productive conversation with a Sports Executive should the opportunity arise. Plus a peak behind the curtain on how the John Krasinski Some Good News activation came together.. PLUS his long running friendship with Theo Epstein dating back to High School in Brookline, MA. An absolute MUST listen for all sports aspiring executives with advice from one of the most accomplished sports figureheads in our business. 

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Rob and Chris go off the rails and early in this podcast. Chris received an all time LinkedIN request. You can't spell VIRUS without U and I! A huge thank you to our listeners for joining us during last week's Virtual Happy Hour. They discuss the positive announcements recently around the return of sports this Summer. The NFL has mandated their draftees only have NFL sponsor products at their homes or risk being fined. Chris goes behind the scenes on the John Krasinski Some Good News Red Sox video. Rob is planning fireworks at McCoy Stadium for fans to watch from their cars. Plus Sam Kennedy, CEO of the Red Sox, joins the guys tomorrow.

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HUGE news out of the Crain household. A big announcement that our very own Rob will be adding a new listener to his squad come August. Mazel Tov! The guys are pumped for their Virtual Happy Hour this Friday. Rob and Chris address their Twitter poll on Networking during Covid.. spoiler alert; YOU SHOULD BE!. We tell you the best way to approach it and achieve your goal of speaking with sports executives. We also dive into the sports news of the week across the leagues from the MLB in AZ to NBA playing H-O-R-S-E and The Masters in November. The guys get nostalgic and reminisce on Tiger, Jordan, and Bird. 

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We should call this the Quote episode. Elliott Crichfield, Director Membership Sales for the Denver Nuggets had so many great quotes - many of which we all can learn a thing or two from. This interview is perfect for anyone entering into their sports business careers as he provides valuable action items you can put into place - today! A must-listen! 

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Rob Exotic completed his homework for the week and watched Tiger King. The guys dissect the craziness of the show before getting into their breakdown of the new Pearl Jam album. For those looking for sports talk... fast forward 15 minutes! Chris and Rob share their thoughts on the current state of sports and the impact on the employees. The guys announce a Front Office Features Happy Hour next Friday at 9PM! We answer Kyle Anderson's Twitter question on how to tackle sports business issues in this current climate. Plus what you should be doing right now while looking for a sports job.

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Rob and Chris are PUMPED for the release of the new Pearl Jam album that comes out today. Rob randomly ran a marathon in Scranton even though he hates running. The man of mystery continues to amaze. In light of all the negativity, Chris and Rob run down all the great stories on how sports teams and athletes have been assisting people in need within their communities. These acts of kindness exemplify why we all work in sports business and showcases the power we all have to make a difference. Rob is triggered by folks who use LinkedIN the wrong way but wants someone to challenge him. Chris is making Rob watch Tiger King for next weeks episode. Oh and Rob's computer died at the end.

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