Episode 5: Marquee Search sits down with Jessica Smith, Head of Corporate Partnerships with Angel City FC to gain leadership insights and inspiration.

1:28 - Intro 

3:20 - Pandemic parenting experience and advice 

5:05 - How Jess made the decision to make a career move during a pandemic 

7:12 - How she got on her professional path starting in MiLB, MLB, MBA, NHL, MLS and now NWSL startup 

8:32 - What's it like being part of a startup/team launch? 

9:02 - What it means to be purpose-driven at Angel City FC 

10:50 - Standing out in a crowded marketplace thru purpose and impact 

12:36 - 2022 First Kick! 

13:17 - What does the calendar look like for a new team not playing until 2022? 

14:02 - Jess' story of how and why she pivoted from ticket sales to corporate partnerships. What was the learning curve like? 

16:33 - How she's approached partnerships 

18:26 - The difference between working in various leagues and sports 

21:11 - How did she decide to pursue her MBA? 

24:30 - What are the consequences of COVID in 2021 and beyond? Silver linings and benefits she's taking from this time. 

27:39 - What she's most looking forward to on the other side of COVID. 

29:12 - If not sports, what Jess would be doing professionally 

30:02 - Jess' favorite career advice  

#sportsbiz #sportsjobs