Front Office U

Front Office U

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Front Office U episodes

  • Sean Penix - Senior Director of Collegiate Partnerships at Legends

    Sean Penix is the Senior Director of Collegiate Partnerships at Legends. Sean talks with Nathan Escobedo and Victor Anderson in this episode of Front Office U Friday! Hear Sean talk about his time as a student athletes, the importance of education, how he discovered careers in sports and much more. Sean began his career in sales, but not the sports industry. He started off selling insurance and soon rediscovered his passion for sports and began his experience in the sports industry in the minor leagues. Since then his career has flourished as he has gone one to hold multiple leadership roles, helped prepare and develop plans for new stadiums, and is now a Senior Director for one of the most notable companies in the sports industry. 

    Also, in this episode Sean gives us insight on the importance of giving back and being a leader. You will hear about his involvement in H.O.G.S (Helping Our Guys Succeed) and the Leukemia and Lymphoma Society. 

    Sean Penix LinkedIn

    59 min
  • Jared Ginsburg - Director, Premium and Ticket Sales at the Edmonton Oilers

    Jared Ginsburg is the Director of Premium and Ticket Sales at the Oiler Entertainment Group in Edmonton, Canada. Jared joins the show with host, Ryan Mene to share his career in the business of hockey, elaborate on key signals for outstanding candidates, and managing adjustments with moving to a new arena with the Oilers. Furthermore, we learn more about Jared's process of earning opportunities abroad and finding your position in the sports industry through engaging experiences. 

    47 min
  • Troy Ward - General Manager of Sioux City Musketeers

    Troy Ward is the GM of the Sioux City Muskateers of the USHL. Ward joins the show with host Ryan Kearney to discuss professionalism, analytics, scouting, and the USHL! Here his perspective on how hockey is scouted geographically, where he would love to study the game of hockey most, and what is nonnegotiable when it comes to having food at the arena. 

    29 min
  • Chuck Swirsky - Broadcaster at Chicago Bulls
    Chuck Swirsky is the radio Play-by-Play broadcaster for the Chicago Bulls of the NBA. Swirsky talks about his background in wanting to be a broadcaster since the age of five. Hosts Ryan Kearney and Nathan Escobedo talk with the voice of the Bulls about his advice for those interested in working in sports, his preparation for each game, and others who have influenced his career.  You can reach out to Chuck directly at [email protected] to continue the conversation.
    40 min
  • AJ Tomeny - Director, Service & Inside Sales at the Nashville Predators
    On this week's Front Office Friday we have AJ Tomeny, the Director, Service & Inside Sales at the Nashville Predators. AJ explains his journey to where he was today and knows his past experiences set him up with his position now. He explained the start of his sports career with the Hudson Valley Renegades (Baseball Affiliate to the NY Yankees) and the positions at the Aspire Group, Iowa Wild, and Minnesota Wild before his transition to the Nashville Predators. AJ explains his passion for hockey and how he loves what he does as well as others. Lastly, he explains how crucial having a mentor is as well as understanding when to move in one's sports career. We can't thank him enough for helping our host with his transition from the Iowa Wild to the Seattle Sounders. Take a listen to learn more about AJ's story!
    1 hr 7 min
  • Hannah Conlisk - Guest Services Coordinator, Daytona International Speedway
    On today's episode of Front Office U Friday's our host Nathan is joined by Hannah Conlisk, Guest Services Coordinator at Daytona International Speedway. Ever wondered what it would be like to work at the country's biggest event in motor sports? Well, Hannah joins us to tell us all about her role and the ins and outs of working the Daytona 500. From concerts, to the "Great American Race", there is never a dull moment working in one of the most iconic tracks in the country. 
    Nathan and Hannah also take a deep dive into her collegiate time at the University of Iowa. With the two Hawkeyes sitting down to have a conversation, there should be no surprise to hear all about the Sports and Recreation Management program the University has to offer. Hannah goes into detail about the importance of building relationships with professors and taking practicum courses.
    47 min
  • Jess Torres - Manager, Group Sales at AEG Sports–Ontario Reign

    In today's segment of Front Office U Friday's Clayton and Ryan are joined by Jess Torres, Manager in Group Sales at the Ontario Reign. Jess developed his passion for sports through his wrestling career and coach, learning along the way the importance of strong leadership with each career move. He is a great leader in Ontario, utilizing his experiences and guidance to boost his group sales team. 

    44 min
  • Hannah Rich - Account Executive for Legends at AT&T Stadium

    In today's segment of Front Office U Friday's Clayton and Nathan are joined by Hannah Rich, Account Executive for Legends at AT&T Stadium. Hannah did not start her career off in the sports industry, but she later found her passion for the sports industry and made the transition. She is now a superstar down in Arlington, selling private events and occupying AT&T stadium whenever the Cowboys are not in town.


    Connect with Hannah on LinkedIn


    55 min
  • SMU Sundays - Jessica Cochran, Pepperdine University

    In our second edition of Sports Management U our hosts Clayton and Nathan are joined by Jessica Cochran, a current law student at Pepperdine University. Jessica is an awesome personality who will be a future superstar in the sports industry. Before attending Pepperdine's Caruso School of Law, she completed her undergrad at the University of Alabama, and went to grad school at the University of Southern Mississippi. Hear all about her experiences working for Alabama's athletic department and what a game day on Alabama's campus is like. At the time of the recording, Jessica was located in Africa, as she was taking part in an experience that allowed her to work with Ghana's Supreme Court. Also, in a few weeks she will be traveling to London and taking part in one of Pepperdine's unique study abroad programs. Jessica will potentially be working with Formula 1 or FIFA. Tune in to hear all about these experiences.


    Topics including how to prepare for law school, and the differences in opportunities that come with attending a small and large school are discussed during the show. If you want here more tips and advice on how she has navigated through her young career, this is an episode you do not want to miss.  

    Jessica Cochran LinkedIn

    Pepperdine Law School Information

    48 min
  • Alex Marsh - Senior Manager of Ticketing at Major League Baseball

    Nathan and Clayton host today's episode of Front Office U Friday's and are joined by Alex Marsh, Senior Manager of Ticketing at Major League Baseball. Tune in as they have a conversation that goes over Alex's career, what it is like to work in MLB's corporate offices in New York, and how Alex would love to be Steph Curry's personal assistant. An episode you do not want to miss, as more is shared from the creator of the MLB's on Deck Sales Program and his advice on whether or not grad school is necessary for everyone to break into the industry.

    Alex Marsh LinkedIn Profile

    More Information on MLB's on Deck Sales Program

    51 min

About Front Office U

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A podcast meant to help college students and young professionals interested in the sports industry learn about networking in sports. Front Office U is hosted by 6 young professionals in the sports…