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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