In this episode of Sports Geek, Sean Callanan chats with James Johnson, CEO at Football Australia
On this podcast, you'll learn about:
- James' early career as a footballer and how did it shape his career in sports business?
- What was the football landscape like when he returned to Australia as CEO in 2020?
- How will Australia become the centre of women's football in the Asia Pacific Region?
- Why the Socceroos and Matildas are beloved national teams
- Why understanding the culture and intricacies of different countries was invaluable in securing 2023 Women's World Cup
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Resources from the podcast
- Connect with James Johnson on LinkedIn, and tell him you listened to this podcast episode.
- You'll see Sean Callanan and James Johnson at the Money In Sport conference on the Gold Coast on July 6. Stay tuned for an announcement for a LIVE Sports Geek interview.
- Follow Football Australia across social media
- Check out the Sports Geek Amplify series
- Check out some more Sports Geek episodes you might enjoy:
- See you at SEAT in Salt Lake City on July 14-15 2023
As discussed on the podcast
See Sean and James at Money in Sport
Really delighted that @FootballAUS will be the main attraction at this years @MoneyInSportAus 🇦🇺⚽️💛💚 pic.twitter.com/2XxzZRCzQ2
— Lou Sticca (@Lou_Sticca) March 13, 2023
@Socceroos return home
The @Socceroos return home for the first time since the #FIFAWorldCup this month! https://t.co/tvdfcB4F0I
— Football Australia (@FootballAUS) March 1, 2023
#WeAreMatildas
ICYMI: The @TheMatildas will return to Melbourne when they take on France at Marvel Stadium on July 14, 2023! 💚💛#WeAreMatildas #AUSvFRA pic.twitter.com/bSQzsGazZU
— Football Australia (@FootballAUS) March 1, 2023
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