In this episode of Sports Geek, Sean Callanan chats with Xavier Gutierrez, President & CEO of the Arizona Coyotes
On this podcast, you'll learn about:
- How Xavier became the CEO of the Arizona Coyotes, despite not having a background working in sports?
- Why does Xavier emphasize the positive impact of sports on commerce, culture, and community?
- How do the Coyotes engage a passionate fan base while reaching out to “fans-in-waiting”
- The ins and outs of a new stadium precinct proposal in Tempe
- Best advice for someone looking to break into the sports business industry
- How to unlock creativity and budgets for your digital team

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Resources from the podcast
- Connect with Xavier Gutierrez on LinkedIn, and send him a message that you listened to this podcast episode via Twitter @MrXavierAG
- Follow the Tempe Wins project via TempeWins.com
- Follow Arizona Coyotes 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
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Thank you @Rhuigi for bringing the heat to the First Fridays Desert Collection launch. Here’s to breaking categories 🏜️ pic.twitter.com/nM61y3CzZm
— Arizona Coyotes (@ArizonaCoyotes) March 11, 2023
Hockey is for everyone, more “fans-in-waiting”
Hockey is for everyone.
Today and every day. pic.twitter.com/GQiNPoY1og
— Arizona Coyotes (@ArizonaCoyotes) March 5, 2023