The Grandi Experience

We speak with Antonio Alquezar, Team Principal of Spain SailGP, on how the team went from last in Season 3 to World Champions in Season 4 by aligning performance, sustainability, and purpose inside one of the world’s fastest‑growing sports leagues.

We speak with Raphael Gellar, Founder of Forward Sports Group, on how his boutique football consultancy represents players, coaches, and clubs across global markets. From contract negotiation to branding, marketing, and sponsorship acquisition, Raphael breaks down how Forward brokers deals across Europe, Asia, North America, and Africa built on a foundation of integrity and long‑term client trust.

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We speak with Koen Put, Senior Partner & Managing Director at Double Pass, on how the company builds and optimizes talent‑development ecosystems for clubs, leagues, and federations worldwide. From “glocalized” academy strategy to consulting across 125 countries, Koen explains how Double Pass helps investors, executives, and sporting leaders create sustainable football performance and long‑term player development.

Sport Businessman is a media platform built for investors to learn business models and investable opportunities across sport, media, and entertainment.

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Massimo Marinelli, Founder & Managing Partner of Berkida Ventures

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About the Podcast:On The Sport Businessman Podcast, I speak with leading investors and operators in the business of sport, media, and entertainment. Together, we explore proven playbooks for profitability and strategies to ensure the long-term sustainability of investment and entrepreneurial projects.

Conversation with Massimo Zanetti, Founder of Segafredo Zanetti and Owner of Virtus Bologna.

We discuss how he built a global coffee business from Italian roots, and why sport ownership and sponsorship are central to his strategy. The episode covers Segafredo Zanetti’s international expansion, the role of cycling and basketball in brand visibility, and the process of building Virtus Bologna into one of the most decorated basketball teams in Europe.

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About the Podcast:On The Sport Businessman Podcast, I speak with leading investors and operators in the business of sport, media, and entertainment. Together, we explore proven playbooks for profitability and strategies to ensure the long-term sustainability of investment and entrepreneurial projects.

Omer Atesmen, CEO of The Snow League

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About the Podcast:On The Sport Businessman Podcast, I speak with leading investors and operators in the business of sport, media, and entertainment. Together, we explore proven playbooks for profitability and strategies to ensure the long-term sustainability of investment and entrepreneurial projects.

Mike Buckley, Co-Owner & CEO of United States SailGP Team

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About the Podcast:On The Sport Businessman Podcast, I speak with leading investors and operators in the business of sport, media, and entertainment. Together, we explore proven playbooks for profitability and strategies to ensure the long-term sustainability of investment and entrepreneurial projects.

Matt Rizzetta, Founder & Managing Partner of Underdog Global Partners

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About the Podcast:On The Sport Businessman Podcast, I speak with leading investors and operators in the business of sport, media, and entertainment. Together, we explore proven playbooks for profitability and strategies to ensure the long-term sustainability of investment and entrepreneurial projects.

Mark Robinson, CEO of New Zealand Rugby

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About the Podcast:On The Sport Businessman Podcast, I speak with leading investors and operators in the business of sport, media, and entertainment. Together, we explore proven playbooks for profitability and strategies to ensure the long-term sustainability of investment and entrepreneurial projects.

Isaac Richard III, CEO of Mavros Capital

For collaborations, or if you are an investor or builder in sports and would like to appear on the podcast, contact: [email protected]

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About the Podcast:On The Sport Businessman Podcast, I speak with leading investors and operators in the business of sport, media, and entertainment. Together, we explore proven playbooks for profitability and strategies to ensure the long-term sustainability of investment and entrepreneurial projects.