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There's a lot of doom and gloom about the state of tech markets, but what does the data say about #sportstech in 2023? I spoke to Mohit Pareek, CFA about their Drake Star Global Sports Tech Report Q2 2023 to get the inside word on the sports tech investment, M&A, and funding landscape. And the results might surprise you! Listen via Apple Podcasts or search "Sports Tech Feed" in your podcasting platform of choice. https://lnkd.in/gunJVPrE

Interesting and exiting views from Mohit Pareek, CFA about the #sporttech industry

🎙 This is the last in our series of talking to new sports tech accelerator programs, initiatives and solutions, in lead up to the Global Sports Tech Ecosystem Report 2024. This week, The SportsTech ALLSTARS Podcast Presents- Christopher Schlosser, Senior Vice President - Emerging Ventures at Major League Soccer. Chris talks about MLS and its growth, his journey at MLS, about the MLS Innovation Lab, what they look for in startups, how they act as strategic partners and not plain investors, and what innovations their selected startups are working on. Chris also talks about exciting sports tech trends, their partnership with Apple, what new is coming up for MLS and much more. MLS Innovation Lab is an annual program designed to identify and incubate the next generation of sports tech companies. MLS Innovation Lab gives companies the chance to test their products in real-world environments throughout the MLS ecosystem. Following the conclusion of all testing opportunities, members of the cohort will be selected to present to MLS executives and owners with the promising companies having the potential to earn long-term strategic partnerships and investment opportunities from the League. Tune in on the SportsTech AllStars Podcast on Spotify, YouTube and Apple Podcasts to watch the full episode: 🎧: https://rb.gy/1q3585 🎦: https://rb.gy/26ym9c Subscribe for free to The Sports Tech Weekly Newsletter for news, features & insights around sports tech: https://lnkd.in/dkXNw2Jh #sportstech #sportsbusiness #sportstechnology #sportsinnovation

Check out the latest episode of SportsTechX ALLSTARS Podcast featuring Jenna Kurath, VP of Startup Partnerships at Comcast SportsTech, as she discusses the world of sports!🎙️ Jenna highlights the key elements of their accelerator program criteria: driving operational efficiency, improving cost savings, and unlocking new revenue. #Comcast #SportsTech #AcceleratorProgram

🎙 In lead up to the 2024 Global Sports Tech Ecosystem Report, this month we’re talking to new sports tech accelerator programs, initiatives and solutions. (GSTER is a single report covering the three major SportsTech regions i.e. North America, Europe, Asia Pacific- investors, programs, leaders, numbers - everything). This week, SportsTech ALLSTARS Podcast Presents- Jenna Kurath, Vice President of Startup Partnerships & Head of NBCU Comcast SportsTech. Jenna talks about her journey into sports, why they launched an accelerator program in sports, what startups are they looking for, some success stories, exciting sports tech trends and more. Comcast SportsTech is where innovation meets the world of sports and entertainment! Go-to source for the latest advancements in sports technology, bringing you cutting-edge solutions that enhance the fan experience, empower athletes and teams, and transform the way we engage with sports. Comcast SportsTech is all about pushing boundaries and redefining what's possible in the world of sports. Whether it's immersive broadcasts, real-time analytics, or interactive fan engagement, they’re dedicated to creating game-changing solutions that take sports entertainment to the next level. Tune in on the SportsTech AllStars Podcast on Spotify, YouTube and Apple Podcasts to watch the full episode: 🎧: https://rb.gy/hv2qah 🎦: https://rb.gy/e1t6rb Sign Up for the Sports Tech Weekly Newsletter for more such news, features & insights: https://lnkd.in/dpGUwHnB #sportstech #sportsbusiness #sportstechnology #sportsinnovation

🗣️❗in VEGAS for SB?! To my sports biz & media network- I'll be in Vegas this Wed-Mon, would love to connect & share an inside look at my newest #sportsbusiness venture, lead/funded by current/former MLB players ⚾🎥 It's so hard to keep this one quiet, but expect a full blown press push and media release on Feb 21st... 🎙️ 6 episodes of our highly-produced podcast are already filmed/cut, the first round of guests are names you all already know; including MLB players & coaches, sports biz executives, women trailblazers of MLB, collectibles experts and more. 🎞️ We have an exciting sports documentary & docuseries already in pre-production...and a sports collectibles feature series shot in a way that's NEVER been done before...you might know I cut my startup teeth in the world of sports memorabilia and sold a business to Fanatics; so I've been deeply rooted in that world...and when I watch this I get goosebumps...I know you will too. 🤫Why can't I share publicly what's going on yet? This announcement will include more than just an unveiling of our new media enterprise....Expect big news from a crowd-favorite World Series champ in our release. 🤝 Do you rep talent? A brand wanting to align with a star-studded podcast? Media? Drop me a message and I'll reach out. #sportsmarketing #sportsmedia #collectibles #mlb #nfl #superbowl #sportspodcasts #sportsdocumentaries

EXCLUSIVE, hear-it-here first interview w/ the TeamSnap & MOJO Sports CEOs 𝗕𝗿𝗲𝗮𝗸𝗶𝗻𝗴 𝗱𝗼𝘄𝗻 𝘁𝗵𝗲 𝗮𝗰𝗾𝘂𝗶𝘀𝗶𝘁𝗶𝗼𝗻, 𝘁𝗵𝗲 𝘀𝘁𝗮𝘁𝗲 𝗼𝗳 𝘆𝗼𝘂𝘁𝗵 𝘀𝗽𝗼𝗿𝘁𝘀, 𝗮𝗻𝗱 𝗳𝗿𝗮𝗴𝗺𝗲𝗻𝘁𝗮𝘁𝗶𝗼𝗻: Some quick takeaways from the podcast (they go into much greater detail): 🎙 • There are 500 million income-ready families worldwide with kids who play sports • Lots of very well-meaning entrepreneurs and companies in youth sports, but not all are entirely professional (hard time getting things done) • 150,000 sports organizations in the US alone, but roughly 100,000 of them are small family-owned operations doing less than $1M ARR • Barrier to entry in youth sports requires investment in distribution for GTM strategy, but also an equal investment in R&D to land significant accounts • Tech space in youth sports is extremely fragmented, Ben talks about how his 4 kids are using 4 entirely different software apps ─────── Thanks to Ben Sherwood and Peter Frintzilas for setting this up! Check out the episode here: https://lnkd.in/eYAvZYwm

Path to the Pros - Episode 15 - Gamechangers: Innovations Revolutionizing Sports, with Humza Teherany. Humza didn't have the traditional path into sports, which has actually given him a unique platform to build something truly unique as the Chief Technology & Digital Officer with MLSE (Maple Leaf Sports & Entertainment Partnership). And that's exactly what he has done. Humza sheds light on how MLSE has become a global benchmark for technological innovation in the sports industry. We discuss how MLSE has leveraged cutting-edge technology to enhance the fan experience and improve various aspects of sports management and operations. We delve into the pivotal role that data analytics, AI, virtual reality, and other advanced technologies play in redefining the way sports are experienced and managed. Humza elaborates on how MLSE utilizes data-driven insights to enhance fan engagement, create personalized experiences, and improve business strategies within the sports ecosystem. Moreover, Humza shares MLSE's vision for the future of sports technology, emphasizing how the integration of emerging technologies will further shape the landscape of sports. We explore potential advancements in fan engagement, stadium experiences, and how MLSE plans to stay ahead of the curve in this ever-evolving tech-driven era. Tune in to gain valuable insights into the intersection of technology and sports and how MLSE is setting the standard for innovation, making a lasting impact on the way we engage with sports in the 21st century. Link to download this episode on all of your favorite platforms in the comments! #Podcast #SportsBiz #PathtothePros #Sports #SportsPodcast

Our exclusive interview with the CEO of OneFootball has just dropped, and it's must listen. This week on StreamTime Sports, we're joined by Patrick Fischer to discuss a challenging 18 months at the company, and how they've readjusted their strategy moving forward. For context, in that time period they have: 1) undergone a huge financial raise hitting a unicorn valuation built from investors around #Web3 and wider media 2) secured deals and launched digital collectibles through likely huge commitments to key stakeholders 3) seen the collectibles/ #NFT/ crypto market crash impacting their strategy and key investors 4) the stepping down of founder/ CEO of the company Lucas von Cranach 5) the reset of entire media and Web3 market conditions 6) laying off of 100's of staff 7) the redefining of their entire business strategy In this conversation, we discuss with Patrick: - those 18 months - the new approach - the football rights marketplace - the future of Web3 - what the future fan relationship needs to be This folks, is a must listen. A big thank you to Patrick for joining us and sharing their story. --- Subscribe and listen by searching "StreamTime Sports" on your pod platform of choice, or click below: https://lnkd.in/e3QwHGRv

"If all we do is think exactly like MLB or the NBA, we're never going to catch them. We have to be open to new ideas... we have to think about things differently." These are the words of Christopher Schlosser, SVP of Emerging Ventures at Major League Soccer, on the latest episode of the Sports Loft Podcast. We invited Chris on to talk about the organisation's Innovation Lab, which was launched earlier this year, with the goal of identifying leading startups and advanced technologies to help develop the sport and its athletes. Over the course of the episode Chris and co-hosts Yanni Andreopoulos and Charlie Greenwood cover: – Why technology holds the key to unlocking MLS' future value. – What the Innovation Lab entails for the six companies in the primary cohort. – How the initiative provides resources, mentorship and test opportunities. – The MLS’s selection process and due diligence efforts. – The Lab’s three core areas of focus. Plus, who the startups taking part in 2024 programme are, namely: A-Champs, Camb.ai, Fabric, Fitogether, Reeplayer and STAIDIUM US - AI-Based Sports Streaming Platform. Listen now: https://pod.fo/e/22ad71