The Business of Basketball Podcast

The Business of Basketball Podcast

By Misha HorseyBusinessCareers
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The Business of Basketball Podcast episodes

  • Mike on Breaking into Sports Marketing and Landing Sponsorships with Red Bull and More– Learn How!
    When you think of careers in sports, two paths probably come to mind: coaching or corporate. But there’s a whole world of opportunities in basketball, and Mike Morak is proof that you can carve out a niche in the industry that leverages your skills and passion for the game. From organizing community-driven events like the Danny Rumph Classic to launching products with PUMA, he’s built his own brand and a sustainable career in basketball.
    In this episode, Mike dives into the role of a sports marketing consultant, the key differences between branding and marketing, and his strategies for securing partnerships with major brands like Red Bull and Foot Locker. Tune in for tips on how to build strong relationships, pitch to brands, and craft compelling decks to land sponsorships!
    Topics discussed in this episode:
    Mike’s journey into basketball marketing
    The role of a sports entertainment marketing consultant
    Founding his own brand, M3 Ideas
    Effective pitching and building relationships
    Marketing versus branding
    The Danny Rumph Classic
    Strategies to land brand sponsorships
    What makes a good sponsorship deck
    How basketball skills translate into real-life success
    Don’t miss the Daniel E. Rumph Foundation’s free health screening on Saturday October 5th! Learn more here: https://danielerumphii.com
    Follow Danny Rumph Classic and Victory in NORF:
    https://www.instagram.com/rumphclassic
    https://www.instagram.com/victoryinnorf
    Stay connected with Business of Basketball:
    https://www.businessofbasketball.co/
    https://www.instagram.com/businessofbasketballpod/
    https://www.youtube.com/channel/UC6Bwr2Tyx3vuNNSfqdR5rUg
    34 min
  • How To Raise $43 Million: The Hidden Secrets to Building a Successful Non Profit Organization ft. Kenny Holdsman

    It started with a love for basketball and a desire to uplift young people in the community: Philly Youth Basketball was founded to empower youth and bring opportunity to underserved communities in Philadelphia. Co-founder Kenny Holdsman joins me to share PYB’s origin story and discuss how their programs and local partnership are making an impact in the community.

    In this episode, you'll learn how to build a nonprofit from the ground up, from strategies to secure funding and generate revenue to prioritizing representation across all levels of an organization. Kenny also gives insight into what it takes to stand out from the competition and build a sustainable plan for the future.

    Find out how Philly Youth Basketball is using youth sports to help their community!

    Topics discussed in this episode:

    • Founding Philly Youth Basketball

    • How Philly Youth Basketball ensures representation

    • Steps to building a nonprofit organization

    • Challenges in building a nonprofit organization

    • Strategies for nonprofit fundraising and generating revenue

    • Philly Youth Basketball’s programming and plans to scale

    • Bringing opportunity to local black-owned businesses

    • How to ensure sustainability in a nonprofit organization

    • Key elements for a successful nonprofit organization

      • Connect with Philly Youth Basketball:

      https://www.instagram.com/phillyyouthbasketball

      https://www.facebook.com/phillyyouthbasketball/

      https://www.linkedin.com/company/philadelphia-youth-basketball/

      https://www.tiktok.com/@phillyyouthbasketball

      https://twitter.com/PhillyYouthBB

      https://www.youtube.com/channel/UCj5NYOiJqrXyiyV5yWoTIkA

      Learn about Philly Youth Basketball’s volunteer and employment opportunities!

      https://www.phillyyouthbasketball.org/

      Stay connected with Business of Basketball:

      https://www.businessofbasketball.co/

      https://www.instagram.com/businessofbasketballpod/

      https://www.youtube.com/channel/UC6Bwr2Tyx3vuNNSfqdR5rUg


      34 min
    • How to Build a Basketball Non Profit from Scratch
      It started with a love for basketball and a desire to uplift young people in the community: Philly Youth Basketball was founded to empower youth and bring opportunity to underserved communities in Philadelphia. Co-founder Kenny Holdsman joins me to share PYB’s origin story and discuss how their programs and local partnership are making an impact in the community.
      In this episode, you'll learn how to build a nonprofit from the ground up, from strategies to secure funding and generate revenue to prioritizing representation across all levels of an organization. Kenny also gives insight into what it takes to stand out from the competition and build a sustainable plan for the future.
      Find out how Philly Youth Basketball is using youth sports to help their community!
      Topics discussed in this episode:
      Founding Philly Youth Basketball
      How Philly Youth Basketball ensures representation
      Steps to building a nonprofit organization
      Challenges in building a nonprofit organization
      Strategies for nonprofit fundraising and generating revenue
      Philly Youth Basketball’s programming and plans to scale
      Bringing opportunity to local black-owned businesses
      How to ensure sustainability in a nonprofit organization
      Key elements for a successful nonprofit organization
      Connect with Philly Youth Basketball:
      https://www.instagram.com/phillyyouthbasketball
      https://www.facebook.com/phillyyouthbasketball/
      https://www.linkedin.com/company/philadelphia-youth-basketball/
      https://www.tiktok.com/@phillyyouthbasketball
      https://twitter.com/PhillyYouthBB
      https://www.youtube.com/channel/UCj5NYOiJqrXyiyV5yWoTIkA
      Learn about Philly Youth Basketball’s volunteer and employment opportunities!
      https://www.phillyyouthbasketball.org/
      Stay connected with Business of Basketball:
      https://www.businessofbasketball.co/
      https://www.instagram.com/businessofbasketballpod/
      https://www.youtube.com/channel/UC6Bwr2Tyx3vuNNSfqdR5rUg
      36 min
    • How to Find Your Passion Job in Basketball

      It’s not just a love for the game that sustains a career in basketball, but a blend of passion and strategic skills. In this episode, I speak to Mihai Raducanu, who’s leveraged his business knowledge and coaching expertise to secure multiple dream roles in the industry — head coach, professor, and founder of No Limit Performance, just to name a few.

      Mihai reflects on the key skills that helped him scale his basketball training business, excel as the Senior Development Specialist at Mohawk College, and build a global reputation for player development. From leadership coaching to education, he sheds light on the various opportunities available in the basketball industry.

      Tune in to hear his insights on finding your passion job in basketball!

      Topics discussed in this episode:

      • The ups and downs of starting his training business

      • Working as the Business Dev & Ops Consultant with Ganon Baker

      • Important skills that advanced his career

      • Developing an online curriculum

      • How he landed the role of adjunct professor

      • Career opportunities in education

      • His role as a Senior Development Specialist

      • Leadership and coaching opportunities

      • Creating a sustainable career in basketball

        • Follow Mihai Raducanu:

        https://www.instagram.com/mihairaducanuofficial/

        Stay connected with Business of Basketball:

        https://www.businessofbasketball.co/

        https://www.instagram.com/businessofbasketballpod/

        https://www.youtube.com/channel/UC6Bwr2Tyx3vuNNSfqdR5rUg

        33 min
      • "I Found My Dream Job in Basketball"
        It’s not just a love for the game that sustains a career in basketball, but a blend of passion and strategic skills.
        In this episode, I speak to Mihai Raducanu, who’s leveraged his business knowledge and coaching expertise to secure multiple dream roles in the industry — head coach, professor, and founder of No Limit Performance, just to name a few.
        Mihai reflects on the key skills that helped him scale his basketball training business, excel as the Senior Development Specialist at Mohawk College, and build a global reputation for player development. From leadership coaching to education, he sheds light on the various opportunities available in the basketball industry.
        Tune in to hear his insights on finding your passion job in basketball!
        Topics discussed in this episode:
        The ups and downs of starting his training business
        Working as the Business Dev & Ops Consultant with Ganon Baker
        Important skills that advanced his career
        Developing an online curriculum
        How he landed the role of adjunct professor
        Career opportunities in education
        His role as a Senior Development Specialist
        Leadership and coaching opportunities
        Creating a sustainable career in basketball
        35 min

      About The Business of Basketball Podcast

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      The Business of Basketball podcast educates basketball enthusiasts on diverse career paths within and beyond the sport for a sustainable future in the industry.