Creating Memorable Fan Experiences

In this episode of Sports Geek, Sean Callanan chats with Lewis O'Flynn from Melbourne Cricket Club.

On this podcast, you'll learn about:

What Lewis learned working at the Australian Grand Prix
Why all sports executives need to learn how to sell
Looking back at a very successful AFL Finals series with multiple 90K+ crowds
Balancing tech and human customer service for all fans
The opportunity to enhance the concert experience when Ed Sheeran or Taylor Swift plays the MCG
Sean's assessment of social strategy for stadiums in 2023

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Connect with Lewis on Linkedin or connect on X @lewisoflynn and tell him you listened to the episode
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- Twitter – @MCC_Members
- LinkedIn – @Melbourne Cricket Club
- Facebook – @Melbourne Cricket Club
- Instagram – @mcc_members
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- Twitter – @MCG
- Facebook – @Melbourne Cricket Ground
- Instagram – @MCG
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As discussed on the podcast

100,024 – A full house at the ‘G for the AFL Grand Final

Today's attendance is 100,024 – A full house at the 'G #AFLGF pic.twitter.com/RV4aMMkWHV

— Melbourne Cricket Ground (@MCG) September 30, 2023

Footy to Cricket

Finals fever ⏭️ Summer of cricket

Watch the 'G transform in 90 seconds. pic.twitter.com/UWq6oBMn14

— Melbourne Cricket Ground (@MCG) October 16, 2023

MCG Network discussed on the podcast

Last month, the MCG Network jumped into a new year with a Wine & Dine event on the hallowed turf.

Check out some highlights from the evening, and visit the MCG Network page for upcoming events: https://t.co/7jsACpvn5G pic.twitter.com/6vGisfumvV

— Melbourne Cricket Ground (@MCG) March 22, 2023

A memorable day at the MCG (especially for Pies fans)

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