Sports Geek Episode archive – 2023@seancallanan2025-09-05T10:44:49+11:00

Sports Geek in 2023

In 2023, Sean Callanan interviewed CEOs, Sponsorship, Digital and Data executives across sports.

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Sports Geek in 2023

Building a more equitable world through sport – Jessica Smith – Angel City FC
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Building a more equitable world through sport – Jessica Smith – Angel City FC

2023 Podcast, Football Podcast, Podcast, Women In Sport

Building a more equitable world through sport – Jessica Smith – Angel City FC

@seancallanan2024-03-08T12:37:19+11:00January 3rd, 2023|

Small wins become big wins in ticketing – Drew Bentley – DC United
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Small wins become big wins in ticketing – Drew Bentley – DC United

2023 Podcast, Football Podcast, MLS Podcast, Podcast

Small wins become big wins in ticketing – Drew Bentley – DC United

@seancallanan2023-01-16T13:29:44+11:00January 10th, 2023|

The most fun team in hockey – Dan LaTorraca – Carolina Hurricanes
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The most fun team in hockey – Dan LaTorraca – Carolina Hurricanes

2023 Podcast, NHL Podcast, Podcast

The most fun team in hockey – Dan LaTorraca – Carolina Hurricanes

@seancallanan2023-02-25T23:27:54+11:00January 17th, 2023|

Growing Rugby League in Queensland – Graham Maher – Queensland Rugby League
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Growing Rugby League in Queensland – Graham Maher – Queensland Rugby League

2023 Podcast, NRL, Podcast

Growing Rugby League in Queensland – Graham Maher – Queensland Rugby League

@seancallanan2023-02-14T15:55:31+11:00February 14th, 2023|

From grassroots to Boomers & Opals – Matt Scriven – Basketball Australia
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From grassroots to Boomers & Opals – Matt Scriven – Basketball Australia

2023 Podcast, CEO Series, Podcast

From grassroots to Boomers & Opals – Matt Scriven – Basketball Australia

@seancallanan2023-02-25T23:29:14+11:00February 21st, 2023|

Chief Everything Officer – Gen Dohrmann – Table Tennis Victoria
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Chief Everything Officer – Gen Dohrmann – Table Tennis Victoria

2023 Podcast, CEO Series, Podcast, Women In Sport

Chief Everything Officer – Gen Dohrmann – Table Tennis Victoria

@seancallanan2024-03-08T12:37:07+11:00February 28th, 2023|

Community Is The Key To Success – James Johnson, Football Australia
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Community Is The Key To Success – James Johnson, Football Australia

2023 Podcast, CEO Series, Football Podcast, Podcast

Community Is The Key To Success – James Johnson, Football Australia

@seancallanan2023-03-13T23:07:00+11:00March 7th, 2023|

Making an IMPACT on Commerce, Culture and Community – Xavier Gutierrez, Arizona Coyotes
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Making an IMPACT on Commerce, Culture and Community – Xavier Gutierrez, Arizona Coyotes

2023 Podcast, CEO Series, Hockey, NHL Podcast, Podcast

Making an IMPACT on Commerce, Culture and Community – Xavier Gutierrez, Arizona Coyotes

@seancallanan2023-03-14T16:22:28+11:00March 14th, 2023|

Never stop networking – David Pryles, CEO Hockey Australia
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Never stop networking – David Pryles, CEO Hockey Australia

2023 Podcast, CEO Series, Hockey, NHL Podcast, Podcast

Never stop networking – David Pryles, CEO Hockey Australia

@seancallanan2023-03-21T12:05:20+11:00March 21st, 2023|

SEAT rebooting in 2023 in Salt Lake City – Josh Barney, SEAT Conference
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SEAT rebooting in 2023 in Salt Lake City – Josh Barney, SEAT Conference

2023 Podcast, Podcast, SEAT Alumni on Sports Geek

SEAT rebooting in 2023 in Salt Lake City – Josh Barney, SEAT Conference

@seancallanan2024-06-07T11:01:40+11:00March 28th, 2023|

Selling the experience through fans – Loretta Johns, Sydney Swans
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Selling the experience through fans – Loretta Johns, Sydney Swans

2023 Podcast, AFL Podcast, Podcast, Women In Sport

Selling the experience through fans – Loretta Johns, Sydney Swans

@seancallanan2024-03-08T12:36:39+11:00April 4th, 2023|

Collaboration in Golf, the key to success – Gavin Kirkman, PGA Australia
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Collaboration in Golf, the key to success – Gavin Kirkman, PGA Australia

2023 Podcast, Podcast

Collaboration in Golf, the key to success – Gavin Kirkman, PGA Australia

@seancallanan2023-04-12T13:28:17+11:00April 12th, 2023|

Nottingham Forest Taking on Premier League – Jamie King, Nottingham Forest FC
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Nottingham Forest Taking on Premier League – Jamie King, Nottingham Forest FC

2023 Podcast, Football Podcast, Podcast

Nottingham Forest Taking on Premier League – Jamie King, Nottingham Forest FC

@seancallanan2023-04-18T15:28:57+11:00April 18th, 2023|

From Rugby to Record-Keeping – Pete Fairbairn, Queensland Reds
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From Rugby to Record-Keeping – Pete Fairbairn, Queensland Reds

2023 Podcast, Podcast

From Rugby to Record-Keeping – Pete Fairbairn, Queensland Reds

@seancallanan2023-04-24T17:54:02+11:00April 24th, 2023|

Mentorship and Growth Mindset in Sports Tech – Marilou McFarlane, Women in Sports Tech
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Mentorship and Growth Mindset in Sports Tech – Marilou McFarlane, Women in Sports Tech

2023 Podcast, CEO Series, Podcast, Women In Sport

Mentorship and Growth Mindset in Sports Tech – Marilou McFarlane, Women in Sports Tech

@seancallanan2024-03-08T12:36:31+11:00May 2nd, 2023|

Driving growth: New Zealand Football's bright future – Andrew Pragnell
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Driving growth: New Zealand Football's bright future – Andrew Pragnell

2023 Podcast, CEO Series, Podcast

Driving growth: New Zealand Football's bright future – Andrew Pragnell

@seancallanan2023-05-16T12:25:40+11:00May 16th, 2023|

Reaching tech-setters and rewriting the rules – Ari Mark, Drone Racing League
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Reaching tech-setters and rewriting the rules – Ari Mark, Drone Racing League

2023 Podcast, Motor Racing Podcast, Podcast

Reaching tech-setters and rewriting the rules – Ari Mark, Drone Racing League

@seancallanan2023-05-30T10:43:55+11:00May 30th, 2023|

Quality Over Quantity: Why It Matters – Dan Marrazza, Pro Football Hall of Fame
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Quality Over Quantity: Why It Matters – Dan Marrazza, Pro Football Hall of Fame

2023 Podcast, NFL Podcast, NHL Podcast, Podcast

Quality Over Quantity: Why It Matters – Dan Marrazza, Pro Football Hall of Fame

@seancallanan2023-06-06T14:26:54+11:00June 6th, 2023|

How golf courses are adapting to changing golfing customer base – Jay Karen, NGCOA
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How golf courses are adapting to changing golfing customer base – Jay Karen, NGCOA

2023 Podcast, CEO Series, Podcast

How golf courses are adapting to changing golfing customer base – Jay Karen, NGCOA

@seancallanan2023-07-04T08:49:30+11:00June 20th, 2023|

Forging a career in sales in sports – Jentry Mullins, Brooklyn Nets
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Forging a career in sales in sports – Jentry Mullins, Brooklyn Nets

2023 Podcast, NBA Podcast, Podcast

Forging a career in sales in sports – Jentry Mullins, Brooklyn Nets

@seancallanan2025-08-19T17:55:33+11:00June 27th, 2023|

Stadium technology enhancing the fan experience – Costa Kladianos, San Francisco 49ers
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Stadium technology enhancing the fan experience – Costa Kladianos, San Francisco 49ers

2023 Podcast, NFL Podcast, Podcast, SEAT Alumni on Sports Geek

Stadium technology enhancing the fan experience – Costa Kladianos, San Francisco 49ers

@seancallanan2025-08-19T17:55:34+11:00July 4th, 2023|

Growing cricket, a sport for all – Stephanie Beltrame, Cricket Australia
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Growing cricket, a sport for all – Stephanie Beltrame, Cricket Australia

2023 Podcast, Cricket Podcast, Podcast, Women In Sport

Growing cricket, a sport for all – Stephanie Beltrame, Cricket Australia

@seancallanan2025-08-19T17:55:35+11:00July 11th, 2023|

From a tent to a championships – Chloe Alsop, Western United FC
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From a tent to a championships – Chloe Alsop, Western United FC

2023 Podcast, Football Podcast, Podcast, Women In Sport

From a tent to a championships – Chloe Alsop, Western United FC

@seancallanan2024-03-08T12:35:44+11:00July 18th, 2023|

The winning formula: Sustained Success and Sponsorship – Will Hartnell, Geelong Cats
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The winning formula: Sustained Success and Sponsorship – Will Hartnell, Geelong Cats

2023 Podcast, AFL Podcast, Podcast

The winning formula: Sustained Success and Sponsorship – Will Hartnell, Geelong Cats

@seancallanan2023-07-11T13:09:24+11:00July 25th, 2023|

Money in Sport: The battle for new fans – Replay
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Money in Sport: The battle for new fans – Replay

2023 Podcast, Football Podcast, NFL Podcast, Podcast, Women In Sport

Money in Sport: The battle for new fans – Replay

@seancallanan2025-08-19T17:55:37+11:00August 1st, 2023|

Sponsorship – The deal, the work, the ROI – Anneliese Mesilati, UBS
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Sponsorship – The deal, the work, the ROI – Anneliese Mesilati, UBS

2023 Podcast, Motor Racing Podcast, Podcast, Sports Business, Women In Sport

Sponsorship – The deal, the work, the ROI – Anneliese Mesilati, UBS

@seancallanan2024-03-08T12:35:28+11:00August 8th, 2023|

From Pro12 to URC: The Evolution of United Rugby Championship with Martin Anayi
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From Pro12 to URC: The Evolution of United Rugby Championship with Martin Anayi

2023 Podcast, CEO Series, Podcast

From Pro12 to URC: The Evolution of United Rugby Championship with Martin Anayi

@seancallanan2025-08-19T18:00:41+11:00August 15th, 2023|

Amplifying the joy of sports – Stacy McGranor, San Jose Sharks
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Amplifying the joy of sports – Stacy McGranor, San Jose Sharks

2023 Podcast, NHL Podcast, Podcast, SEAT Alumni on Sports Geek, Women In Sport

Amplifying the joy of sports – Stacy McGranor, San Jose Sharks

@seancallanan2024-06-07T11:00:37+11:00August 22nd, 2023|

Building a Legacy: Tim Silvers' vision for the Adelaide Crows
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Building a Legacy: Tim Silvers' vision for the Adelaide Crows

2023 Podcast, AFL Podcast, CEO Series, Podcast

Building a Legacy: Tim Silvers' vision for the Adelaide Crows

@seancallanan2023-08-29T16:40:27+11:00August 29th, 2023|

Delivering a World-Class Games Experience – David Michael, LA28
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Delivering a World-Class Games Experience – David Michael, LA28

2023 Podcast, Olympics, Podcast, SEAT Alumni on Sports Geek

Delivering a World-Class Games Experience – David Michael, LA28

@seancallanan2024-06-07T11:00:03+11:00September 5th, 2023|

Commercial Frameworks and the Future of Cricket – Christina Matthews, Western Australian Cricket Association
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Commercial Frameworks and the Future of Cricket – Christina Matthews, Western Australian Cricket Association

2023 Podcast, CEO Series, Cricket Podcast, Podcast, Women In Sport

Commercial Frameworks and the Future of Cricket – Christina Matthews, Western Australian Cricket Association

@seancallanan2024-03-08T12:35:11+11:00September 12th, 2023|

Culturally Relevant Marketing: Insights from Rodica Titeica, Subway
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Culturally Relevant Marketing: Insights from Rodica Titeica, Subway

2023 Podcast, Football Podcast, Podcast, Sports Business, Women In Sport

Culturally Relevant Marketing: Insights from Rodica Titeica, Subway

@seancallanan2024-03-08T12:35:01+11:00September 19th, 2023|

Building international fandom – Glen Rolls, La Liga
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Building international fandom – Glen Rolls, La Liga

2023 Podcast, Football Podcast, Podcast

Building international fandom – Glen Rolls, La Liga

@seancallanan2023-10-03T14:43:36+11:00September 26th, 2023|

Creating a Festival of Basketball at the World Cup – Cahyadi Wanda, Mahaka Sports
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Creating a Festival of Basketball at the World Cup – Cahyadi Wanda, Mahaka Sports

2023 Podcast, CEO Series, Podcast

Creating a Festival of Basketball at the World Cup – Cahyadi Wanda, Mahaka Sports

@seancallanan2023-10-03T17:10:13+11:00October 3rd, 2023|

Beyond Greatness – Jane Fernandez, FIFA Women's World Cup 2023
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Beyond Greatness – Jane Fernandez, FIFA Women's World Cup 2023

2023 Podcast, Football Podcast, Podcast, Women In Sport

Beyond Greatness – Jane Fernandez, FIFA Women's World Cup 2023

@seancallanan2025-08-19T18:00:35+11:00October 10th, 2023|

Creating a club that truly matters – Stu Taggart, Illawarra Hawks
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Creating a club that truly matters – Stu Taggart, Illawarra Hawks

2023 Podcast, CEO Series, NBL Podcast, Podcast

Creating a club that truly matters – Stu Taggart, Illawarra Hawks

@seancallanan2025-01-13T11:25:14+11:00October 18th, 2023|

Growing the game for all – Dean Bosnich, NRL
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Growing the game for all – Dean Bosnich, NRL

2023 Podcast, NRL Podcast, Podcast

Growing the game for all – Dean Bosnich, NRL

@seancallanan2023-10-24T13:55:49+11:00October 24th, 2023|

Creating Memorable Fan Experiences – Lewis O'Flynn, MCC
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Creating Memorable Fan Experiences – Lewis O'Flynn, MCC

2023 Podcast, Podcast, Stadiums

Creating Memorable Fan Experiences – Lewis O'Flynn, MCC

@seancallanan2023-10-31T16:41:35+11:00October 31st, 2023|

Drive revenue from digital marketing – G.M. Ciallella, Anaheim Ducks
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Drive revenue from digital marketing – G.M. Ciallella, Anaheim Ducks

2023 Podcast, NHL Podcast, Podcast, SEAT Alumni on Sports Geek

Drive revenue from digital marketing – G.M. Ciallella, Anaheim Ducks

@seancallanan2024-06-07T10:59:35+11:00November 8th, 2023|

Only The Bold – Dan Butterly, The Big West
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Only The Bold – Dan Butterly, The Big West

2023 Podcast, Athletics Podcast, Olympics, Podcast

Only The Bold – Dan Butterly, The Big West

@seancallanan2023-11-14T07:20:27+11:00November 14th, 2023|

Networking can be your superpower – Reuben Williams, SportsGrad
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Networking can be your superpower – Reuben Williams, SportsGrad

2023 Podcast, Podcast, Sports Business

Networking can be your superpower – Reuben Williams, SportsGrad

@seancallanan2023-11-28T10:29:52+11:00November 28th, 2023|

Unleashing Creativity to Drive Fandom – Jennifer van Dijk, SUPERPLASTIC
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Unleashing Creativity to Drive Fandom – Jennifer van Dijk, SUPERPLASTIC

2023 Podcast, CEO Series, Podcast, Women In Sport

Unleashing Creativity to Drive Fandom – Jennifer van Dijk, SUPERPLASTIC

@seancallanan2024-03-08T12:33:58+11:00December 5th, 2023|

Improving the Fan Experience: A Data-Driven Approach – Jacob Rosen, Memphis Grizzlies
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Improving the Fan Experience: A Data-Driven Approach – Jacob Rosen, Memphis Grizzlies

2023 Podcast, NBA Podcast, Podcast, SEAT Alumni on Sports Geek

Improving the Fan Experience: A Data-Driven Approach – Jacob Rosen, Memphis Grizzlies

@seancallanan2024-06-07T10:58:49+11:00December 12th, 2023|

South East Melbourne Phoenix, a Rising Force – Tommy Greer
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South East Melbourne Phoenix, a Rising Force – Tommy Greer

2023 Podcast, CEO Series, Podcast

South East Melbourne Phoenix, a Rising Force – Tommy Greer

@seancallanan2024-02-12T18:17:22+11:00December 19th, 2023|

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