The Andrew Haines Show: Recent Episodes

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Serial entrepreneur and sports executive, Andrew Haines, hosts conversations with some of the most accomplished sports business professionals in order to share their knowledge and stories with others.

The Andrew Haines ShowEpisode #76 - Jesse Llamas - President/Owner at Dallas SidekicksJesse is the President/Owner of the Dallas Sidekicks of the Major Arena Soccer League (MASL). The team plays home games in Allen, TX.

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Episode #75 Adam Boliek Vice President, Ticket Sales & Service Atlanta Dream WNBA

Adam began his career working with Obama for American as a Fundraising Assistant, then joined TNA Wrestling as a Sales Intern. In 2011 he started working with Coastal Championship Wrestling in Ticket Sales and Sponsorships for four years.

In 2014 he got his start in professional sports with the Florida Panthers NHL team. He started as a New Business Account Executive, and in 2018 he was named Senior Premium Account Executive. In late 2018 he left the Panthers to join the newly formed Orlando Apollos as Director, Ticket Sales. In May 2019 he joined Orlando City SC in Group Sales and Tourism.

From March 2020 through June 2022 Adam was Director, Sales and Services with the 2022 Special Olympics USA Games.

June 2022 he began his current role with the WNBA's Atlanta Dream as Vice President, Ticket Sales & Service.

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Episode #74 - Mike Murphy - Associate Athletic Director, Marketing & Communications at University of New Hampshire

Mike graduated from Syracuse University and joined WKXL Radio in Concord, NH as Sports Director in 1995. In 2006 he joined the New Hampshire Fisher Cats minor league baseball team as Director of Media Relations, and tickets sales.

Mike Murphy, now in his 13th year at UNH in 2022-23, was promoted to his current role of Associate Athletic Director for Marketing & Communications on Jan. 28, 2021. In this role, Murphy oversees the merging of marketing with communications in support of revenue enhancement, brand strength and visibility.

Murphy served as Associate Athletic Director for Communications from Nov. 2013 to Jan. 2021. He managed a team that handled all aspects of the department's day-to-day external relations strategies across multiple platforms, including digital, broadcast and social media.
Murphy joined the UNH athletic communications staff June 30, 2010, as an Associate Director. He has served as the primary media contact for the Wildcats’ football, gymnastics and skiing programs.
Murphy has led a department that has hosted the NCAA Men's Ice Hockey Regional Championships (2011-13-15-17-19), NCAA Ski Championships (2017-21), NCAA Women's Frozen Four (2016) and East Atlantic Gymnastics League (EAGL) Championship (2014, 2019).
Murphy has been part of the Wildcat Sports Radio Network since 1998. He became the radio Voice of UNH Wildcats Hockey in 2016 and subsequently won his sixth (2016), seventh (2017), eighth (2020) and ninth (2022) New Hampshire Sportscaster of the Year awards from the National Sports Media Association (NSMA). He was previously feted in 1998, 2004, 2006, 2008 and 2009.
Murphy, who hosted the UNH Coaches' Show on the radio for more than a decade, has worked in a TV broadcast capacity as the Voice of UNH Hockey on NESN and ESPN, in addition to serving as Wildcat football color commentator on NBC Sports Boston.

Previously, Mike served as the radio color commentator for UNH football games from 1998-2009, men's and women's basketball from 2001-17 and women's hockey from 2008-17. Other past on-air work for UNH Athletics includes hosting the former Inside Wildcat Country, a television program that offered fans an in-depth look at the inner workings of UNH athletics, on WBIN-TV and Fox College Sports.

He was named the EAGL co-Administrator of the Year in 2013 when he was the primary athletic communications contact for the eight-team league that included UNH, George Washington, Maryland, North Carolina, North Carolina State, Pittsburgh, Rutgers and Towson.

Prior to joining the UNH athletic department, Murphy served as the Director of Media Relations and a Ticket Sales Executive for the New Hampshire Fisher Cats, the Toronto Blue Jays’ Double-A affiliate located in Manchester, from 2006-10. He played a significant role as part of the Fisher Cats’ front office that was awarded the prestigious 2009 Double-A Bob Freitas Award by Baseball America in recognition for achieving long-term success in Minor League Baseball.

Murphy, honored as the 2008 New Hampshire Association of Broadcasters Air Personality of the Year, was part of the Fisher Cats Radio Network broadcast team from the minor league baseball team's inception in 2004 through 2010. He was also bestowed the A.P. Top Play-by-Play Award in 2001 and 2008 and is a 12-time recipient of the NHAB Golden Mike Award.

Murphy joined the Fisher Cats’ front office in a full-time capacity as a Ticket Sales Account Executive in January 2006 following more than a decade of radio experience in the Granite State, where he served as host for the "Sports Zone" talk show on 107.7, the Pulse, and on WKXL radio in Concord.

Murphy is a graduate of Syracuse University.

Episode #73 - Arnold Malloy - Director of Partnerships & Ticket Sales at Taymar Sales, South Carolina State University

Arnold and Andrew worked together with the Fredericksburg Nationals minor league baseball team in 2020. For the past 2 years Arnold has worked at Taymar Sales at South Carolina State University.

Connect with Arnold on Linkedin: https://www.linkedin.com/in/arnoldmalloy/

Episode #72 - John Nevarez Jr. - Director Of Sales & Experiences at San Antonio Brahmas has been working in sports for almost 12 years. He started his career as an intern in the athletic department with Louisiana Tech University back in 2011. His second internship brought him back to Dallas to work with the Texas Revolution indoor football team. While there he rose through the ranks and in 2015 became the General Manager of the team. He left Dallas in 2017 to become the President of the Omaha Beef indoor football team and continued in that role until he landed in Tampa with the XFL's Tampa Bay Vipers.

Now John's back in Texas...and the XFL helping launch the San Antonio Brahmas.

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Episode #71 - Ashley Chalk - Vice President of Business Development at Chip Ganassi Racing

Chalk has accrued over 18 years of sales and marketing experience in sports and entertainment over the course of her career, most recently serving as the Vice President of Partnerships for Complexity Gaming, and Senior Director of Global Partnerships for production company Feld Entertainment prior to joining Complexity. Prior to that, she held the role of Partnership & Promotions Manager at Merlin Entertainment, developing and managing partnerships for LEGOLAND theme parks in Florida and California, and Group Sales Manager for the International Speedway Corporation.

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In today’s episode of The Andrew Haines Show, we sat down with Jen Fusci Vice President, Ticket Sales & Service at KC NWSL.

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In today’s episode of The Andrew Haines Show, we sat down with Adam Nuse the Vice President of Business Operations.

Adam Nuse spent the last five years as the Sounds' General Manager & Chief Operating Officer and oversaw all day-to-day operations related to the ballclub.

Under his guidance, the Sounds were named the 2019 Triple-A winner of Baseball America's Freitas Award. The Freitas Awards have been presented by Baseball America annually since 1989 and recognize franchises for their community involvement, long-term business success and consistent operational excellence.

In 2018 and 2017, the Sounds garnered back-to-back Honorable Mention awards as Minor League Baseball's Team of the Year by Ballpark Digest. Also in 2018, the City of Nashville and the Nashville Sounds were named the home of the best minor league baseball town in America by SmartAsset.

Nuse came to Music City from the Bowling Green Hot Rods of the Midwest League, where he served as the General Manager and Chief Operating Officer since January 2014.

The Texas native was previously with the Corpus Christi Hooks of the Texas League from 2004-2013, where he served in a variety of sales roles throughout his tenure and most recently served as Vice President of Sales beginning in 2009. Nuse began his career in professional baseball as a marketing and sales intern with the 2001 Round Rock Express and the 2002 Oklahoma City RedHawks, both in the Pacific Coast League.

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SallyAnn Reiss is the founder and CEO of PlayyOn, an online platform for managing amateur sports and recreation. Playyon provides a suite of online solutions for the 1.5 million organized programs in North America, serving over 100 million athletes. PlayyOn’s total addressable market is $17 billion and includes sports such as basketball, baseball, football, soccer, cheer, chess, robotics, sailing and more.

Sally Ann developed her leadership skills on the founding of 5 successful startups, with key roles in operations, finance, and project management. She started her career at TiVo, the pioneering digital video recording company that went public in 1999 and was acquired for $1.1 billion by Rovi in 2016. SallyAnn later was on the team that built Bina Technologies, a genomics software innovator subsequently acquired by Roche for an estimated $500 million in 2014. She also helped launch three healthcare startups before founding PlayyOn.

SallyAnn is a passionate advocate for healthier communities - and not just on the playing field. In 2003 she co-founded the organization today known as Summit Preparatory School. Originally a single college preparatory campus aimed at widening access to higher education, Summit today is a thriving charter school franchise with 13 in California and Washington state.

Born in British Columbia, Canada, SallyAnn earned her Bachelor of Arts in Economics and Political Science from the University of Victoria. She is an avid sports enthusiast and plays basketball, soccer, tennis, softball, golf and pickleball in addition to scuba diving and horseback riding. Her family includes three adult children, a wonderful husband, and many pets.

Founding Team Executive Management:

TiVo: Founded in 1997, is a digital video recording software and service company. In 1999, the company raised $88 million on 5.5m shares through an IPO, at $16 per share. Tivo was acquired for $1.1 Billion by Rovi in 2016.

Bina Technologies: A super-computing software for genomics raised $10M then was acquired by Roche in 2014 for an estimated $500 million.

Organ-i: produced a Kidney Solid Organ Rejection Test (k-SORT) raised $250K and then sold its technology to Immucor for $12 million.

IL-2 Rx: In 2018, an autoimmune drug spun out of Stanford University. Funded by private investors. Potential target for technology acquisition by Gilead and the likes. Currently technology is still in development.

Omniox: is a biotechnology company, which spun out of Berkeley in 2006 and began to commercialize technologies used in identifying and treating cancer, cardiovascular disease and trauma. As of 2018, the company had raised $20M in venture funding and grants. Currently technology is still in development.

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In today’s episode of The Andrew Haines Show, we sat down with Doug Holtzman the VP of Business Development at Sportsdigita.

Doug started his career working for Creative Artists Agency while in St. Louis, Missouri, and later worked in corporate partnerships and sales for teams like the Houston Rockets, New Orleans Saints, and Tampa Bay Rays.

Leading up to his time with Sportsdigita, Doug worked at Learfield IMG College, Media Brokers International, and was most recently the CEO of ONtrac Sports & Entertainment.

In his current role at Sportsdigita, he leads all of their business development helping teams to work smarter & sell faster utilizing a modern presentation platform that they built called the DigiDeck.

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In today’s episode of The Andrew Haines Show, we sat down with Limor Pelleg the CEO & Co-Founder of Striv3.

Originally from Israel, she was a collegiate basketball player at the University of Alaska at Anchorage and later went back home to play in the Israeli D1 League and their National Team.

In July of 2020, she co-founded the company Striv3 where she is helping build a digital platform that connects coaches and athletes globally to schedule and create remote personalized training.

Here’s her story. We hope you enjoy :)

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Striv3 Website: https://www.striv3.app/

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In today’s episode of The Andrew Haines Show, we sat down with Craig Warzecha the GM of the Bradenton Marauders.

Craig joined the Pirates and Marauders in 2015.

As General Manager, he oversees sales & marketing efforts for Pirates Spring Training and the Marauders while also playing an integral role in the daily operations of LECOM Park.

A native of South Amboy, NJ, Warzecha moved to Florida to attend the University of Tampa. His career in baseball has included stints with the Lakewood Blue Claws, Minor League Baseball headquarters in St. Petersburg, and the Philadelphia Phillies and Clearwater Threshers.

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Bradenton Marauder's Website: https://www.milb.com/bradenton

Craig's LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/in/cwarzecha/

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In today’s episode of The Andrew Haines Show, we sat down with Matt Slatus the General Manager at the Ballpark of the Palm Beaches.

Matt has found a unique niche within the professional sports world. He currently operates the Ballpark of the Palm Beaches which is a venture jointly owned by the Houston Astros and Washington Nationals used for Major and Minor League spring training.

In the rest of his career he worked in sales and sponsorship for teams like the Texas Rangers and Staten Island Yankees, or organizations like World Ice Events and MLB Properties.

Here’s his story. We hope you enjoy :)

The Ballpark of the Palm Beaches Website: https://ballparkpalmbeaches.com/

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In today’s episode of The Andrew Haines Show, we sat down with Jon Greenberg, the President of the Milwaukee Admirals.

Jon, unlike a lot of people in sports, has spent nearly his entire career in one city.

A graduate of Marquette High and the University of Wisconsin-Milwaukee, Jon worked for the Milwaukee Brewers in PR for 18 years.

In 2005 he transitioned into a role as the President of the Milwaukee Admirals of the AHL and has been there ever since.

Here’s his story. We hope you enjoy :)

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Admirals Website: https://www.milwaukeeadmirals.com/

Jon's LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/in/jongreenbergads1/

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In today’s episode of The Andrew Haines Show, we sat down with David Schmoll the General Manager of the O'Fallon Hoots of the Prospect League.

David is an experienced General Manager with a demonstrated history of working in the sports industry with a background in sales, media relations, radio, leadership, and sports marketing.

A grinder from the beginning, he's been working his way up the industry since jumping into it in 2009.

Here’s his story. We hope you enjoy :)

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O'Fallon Hoots Website: https://ofallonhoots.com/

David's LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/in/david-schmoll-56097217/

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In today’s episode of The Andrew Haines Show, we sat down with Kyle Ingram the General Manager for Billiken Sports Properties.

With fifteen years of sales and leadership experience, he has had the opportunity to be a part of the development of young professionals and the success of many different organizations.

He is passionate about helping people succeed whether in a business or personal setting and in his spare time is dedicated to family and coaching soccer.

Here’s his story. We hope you enjoy :)

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Billiken's Website: https://www.learfield.com/partner/saint-louis-billikens/

Kyle's LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/in/ingramkyle/

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In today’s episode of The Andrew Haines Show, we sat down with Mike Van Hise the General Manager for the Boise Hawks Professional Baseball Club of the Northwest League. Mike is an experienced General Manager with a demonstrated history of working in the sports industry.

He's had extensive tenures at clubs such as the Lakewood BlueClaws and the Augusta GreenJackets and is a 2004 graduate of Rowan University.

Here’s his story. We hope you enjoy :)

Boise Hawks’ Website: https://www.milb.com/boise

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In today’s episode of The Andrew Haines Show, we sat down Bob Hoffman the President of the Tucson Roadrunners Personally, he has spent two decades at the professional sports team level and most recently was the Executive Vice President for the Quad City Mallards (ECHL).

Outside of his professional life, he has served on several non-profit boards, formed a charitable foundation focused on youth hockey in the state of Utah and served on numerous panels dedicated to sports management, business growth and development and personnel standards and habits.

He is a graduate of Kent State University with a Bachelor in Fine Arts and currently works out of Tucson, Arizona.

Here’s his story. We hope you enjoy :)

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In today’s episode of The Andrew Haines Show, we sat down with Hayley Moore, the President of the Boston Pride of the NWHL.

Hayley played collegiate women’s hockey at Brown University and after graduation was a coach and administrator at the collegiate and youth level.

Following the inception of the NWHL in 2015, Hayley joined the Boston Pride and has since been entrenched in professional women’s hockey.

Here’s her story. We hope you enjoy :)

Boston Pride’s Website: https://pride.nwhl.zone/

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In today’s episode of The Andrew Haines Show, we sat down with Wesley Abercrombie, the Vice President of Sales at Peak Sports Management.

Wes is a 2017 graduate of Baylor University. Following his graduation from Baylor he started working for Peak Sports MGMT and has been building a reputation as a great sales leader in the last several years.

Here’s his story, we hope you enjoy :)

Peak Sports MGMT Website: https://peaksportsmgmt.com/landing/index

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In today’s episode of The Andrew Haines Show, we sat down with Tyler Parsons, the General Manager of the Lansing Lugnuts, the Class A-Advanced affiliate of the Oakland Athletics.

Tyler began his sports career working for various colleges around the country and found his way into the Coastal Plain League for a few seasons between 2012-2014.

His first role in professional sports was with the Johnson City Cardinals and in 2017 he stepped into his current role with the Lugnuts where he has been leading the organization ever since.

We hope you enjoy :)

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In today’s episode of The Andrew Haines Show, we sat down with Hans Steinbrenner the President of the Lakeland Magic form the NBA’s G League.

Hans started his career as a basketball manager for the Utah Ute’s while attending college there. Following his graduation he launched his career with the Idaho Stampede and later worked for the Austin Spurs and Wisconsin Herd of the G-League.

In 2019 he stepped into his current role with the Magic and has been leading their successful organization ever since.

We hope you enjoy :)

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In today’s episode of The Andrew Haines Show, we sat down with David Krakower, the General Manager of the Lafayette Aviators.

David is a seasoned-vet in the sports world.

He started his career working in the sales departments for different teams like the Detroit Tigers, Florida Marlins, and Florida Panthers. Later he worked for ESPN and soccer teams like the New England Revolution and Hartford Athletic.

He is now the General Manager of the Lafayette Aviators of the Prospect League.

Here’s his story, we hope you enjoy :)

Aviator’s Website: https://www.lafayettebaseball.com/

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In today’s episode of The Andrew Haines Show, we sat down with Adam English, the General Manager for the Gwinnett Stripers, the AAA Affiliate of the Atlanta Braves.

Since graduating from Transylvania University in 2006, Adam has spent his entire career in sports.

He worked his way up the ladder on the sales side of a few different teams across the country and was last the Vice President of Ticket Sales and Service for the Sacramento River Cats before joining the Stripers in 2018.

Here’s his story, we hope you enjoy :)

Stripers’ Website: https://www.milb.com/gwinnett

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In today’s episode of The Andrew Haines Show, we sat down with Cameron Kovach, the President of the Florence RedWolves of the Coastal Plain League.

Cameron began his career working at Dancing Rabbit Golf Club in Choctaw, Mississippi, and later moved to Texas to take on a role with the Longhorns’ Athletic Department.

He worked for two other colleges in sales before taking a role with the San Antonio Commanders which were a part of the Alliance of American Football.

As we mentioned above, he is now the President of the RedWolves and was a pleasure to have on the show today.

We hope you enjoy :)

RedWolves Website: https://www.florenceredwolves.com/

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In today’s episode of The Andrew Haines Show, we sat down with Sam Fischer the Assistant GM for the Asheville Tourists, one of the oldest teams in minor league baseball.

Following her graduation from Coastal Carolina in 2014 Sam started her career in sports with the Boston Red Sox and later started with the Tourists in a sales role.

She has spent the last six years working her way up the organization, and as we mentioned before she is now the Assistant GM for the organization.

We hope you enjoy :)

Tourists’ Website: https://www.milb.com/asheville

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In today’s episode of The Andrew Haines Show, we sat down with Rob Keefe, the Head Football Coach of the Albany Empire.

As Andrew mentions several times in the episode, Rob and the Albany Empire are the reigning champions of the Arena Football League and Rob has spent much of his career involved with arena football as a player and a coach.

A die-hard football player and fan, Rob bleeds passion for the game and was a pleasure to have on the show today.

We hope you enjoy :)

Empire Website: https://nationalarenaleague.com/

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In today’s episode of The Andrew Haines Show, we sat down with Chad Collins, the Founder and President at Legacy Search.

Chad has over 22 years of experience working in professional and minor league team sports.

Prior to starting Legacy Search, Chad was Director of Recruiting for Prodigy Sports where he successfully recruited and filled numerous mid to senior-level roles with NBA, NHL, NFL, MLB, Milb, collegiate and minor league hockey teams.

In 2015 he founded Legacy Search and has been leading an incredibly successful team there ever since.

We hope you enjoy :)

Chad's Website: http://www.legacysportssearch.com/

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In today’s episode of The Andrew Haines Show, we sat down with Tony Ensor the President & General Manager of the Amarillo Sod Poodles.

Tony has had an impressive career standing up and leading minor league baseball teams across the country with an expertise in running their day to day operations.

His most recent role is with the Amarillo Sod Poodles as their President and General Manager.

We hope you enjoy :)

Sod Poodles’ Website: https://allenamericans.com/

Tony’s LinkedIn:https://www.milb.com/amarillo

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#101 Free Agent Fridays | Jim Hadayia | The Andrew Haines Show

Connect with Jim on Linkedin here: https://www.linkedin.com/in/jim-hadayia-a7944b8a/

#102 Free Agent Fridays | Julianna D’Urzo | The Andrew Haines Show

Connect with Julianna on Linkedin here: https://www.linkedin.com/in/julianna-d-urzo-5b8715143/

#103 Free Agent Fridays | Jack Jones | The Andrew Haines Show

Connect with Jack on Linkedin here: https://www.linkedin.com/in/jackedward9996/

#104 Free Agent Fridays | Jay Jameson | The Andrew Haines Show

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In today’s episode of The Andrew Haines Show, we sat down with Matt LeBlanc, the Director of Sponsorships for the Lancaster Barnstormers.

Matt is a rising young-gun in the sports business arena and worked under Andrew during his time with the Fredericksburg Nationals.

He is now the Director of Sponsorships for the Lancaster Barnstormers of the Atlantic League.

We hope you enjoy :)

Their Website: https://www.lancasterbarnstormers.com/

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In today’s episode of The Andrew Haines Show, we sat down with Tommy George, The President and Managing Partner of The Sports Advisory Group.

Tommy is an extremely passionate ice hockey official and even officiated at the 2014 Winter Olympic Games in Sochi, Russia.

Beyond that he and his team at The Sports Advisory Group are leading the field in sports mergers and acquisitions, specializing in minor league sports.

We hope you enjoy :)

Website: https://www.thesportsadvisorygroup.com/

Tommy’s LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/in/tommygeorge61/

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Free Agent Fridays #21

In today’s episode of The Andrew Haines Show, we sat down Steve Govett who is the President of the San Diego Seals, a team in the National Lacrosse League (NLL).

Steve has worked most of his professional career in lacrosse starting with the Washington Power in the 90’s and has grown with the sport having worked for the Colorado Mammoth, Kroenke Sports and Entertainment, and now as the President of the San Diego Seals.

It was really interesting hearing how he’s grown with the sport of lacrosse as well as the evolution of the game in the last several years.

We hope you enjoy :)

San Diego Seal’s Website: https://sealslax.com/

Steve’s LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/in/steve-govett-8466508a/

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In today’s episode of The Andrew Haines Show, we sat down with Steve Swetoha the President of The Greensboro Swarm of the NBA G League.

A Robert Morris Alum, Steve has spent his career leading some of the largest, freshest franchises in sports including the Jacksonville Jaguars, Charlotte Bobcats, and the ACC.

He is now the President of The Greensboro Swarm of the G League and was a treat to have on the show today.

We hope you enjoy :)

Greensboro Swarm Website: https://greensboro.gleague.nba.com/

Steve’s LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/in/steve-swetoha-70338320/

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#98 Free Agent Fridays | Anaclaudia Cervantes | The Andrew Haines Show

University of Central Florida - Master of Science, Criminal Justice

Florida State University - Bachelor of Science, Sport Management

The Aspire Group - Senior Manager, Sales & Service - Colorado State University FRMC (Aug 2019 - Aug 2020), Manager, Sales & Service, University of Texas Rio Grande Valley FRMC (Nov 2017 - Jul 2019), Manager, New Business Sales, Army West Point FRMC (Nov 2016 - Oct 2017), Team Leader, Florida Atlantic University FRMC (Oct 2015 - Nov 2016), Senior Sales Consultant, Florida Atlantic University FRMC (Oct 2014 - Oct 2015), Sales Consultant, Florida Atlantic University FRMC (Oct 2013 - Oct 2014)

Indianapolis Indians - Ticket Service Representative & Group Services Coordinator (Jan 2013 - Sept 2013)

Raymond F. Kravis Center for the Performing Arts - Customer Service Representative (Nov 2012 - Jan 2013)

Miami Marlins - Box Office Ticket Seller (Feb 2012 - Nov 2012)

Connect with Anaclaudia on Linkedin here: https://www.linkedin.com/in/anaclaudia-cervantes-904a4598/

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In today’s episode of The Andrew Haines Show, we sat down with Bill Fagan, the CEO of The Aspire Group, a global brand recognized for innovative consulting, ticket sales, And partnership services based out of Atlanta Georgia.

Similar to many of our other guests on the show, Bill started his career working in sales and marketing for teams like the Miami Dolphins, Phoenix Suns, and Charlotte Hornets.

Following his time with these teams he was the first hire brought on at The Aspire Group and has helped grow Aspire into the global brand that it is today.

As I mentioned, he is now the CEO of The Aspire Group and was a pleasure to have on the show today.

We hope you enjoy :)

Bill's Website: https://www.theaspiregroupinc.com/

Bill's LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/in/billfagan/

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In today’s episode of The Andrew Haines Show, we sat down with Mike Waddell, the President and Alternate Governor of the Allen Americans of the ECHL.

Mike has worked his entire career in sports, starting as a sideline reporter, production assistant, and intern back in highschool for his local radio station.

He has spent his career developing himself as an executive and helping others develop themselves along the way.

He is now the President of the Allen Americans and was a pleasure to have on the show today.

We hope you enjoy :)

Their Website: https://allenamericans.com/

Their LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/in/mike-waddell-80b5b374/

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#96 Free Agent Fridays | Adrian Camargo | The Andrew Haines Show

The University of Texas at El Paso - Bachelor of Business Administration, Computer Information Systems, and Bachelor of Business Administration, Operations and Supply Chain Management

General Motors - Business System Analyst (Jan 2013 - Present)

A Frugal Athlete - Business Development Consultant (2020 - Present)

Connect with Adrain on Linkedin here: https://www.linkedin.com/in/adrian-camargo/

#97 Free Agent Fridays | Garrett Thibodeaux | The Andrew Haines Show

Louisiana State University - Bachelor, Sports Administration

Charlotte FC - Manager of Ticket Operations (Apr 2020 - Present)

Louisiana State University - Assistant Ticket Manager (Mar 2015 - Mar 2020)

McNeese State University - Director of Ticket Operations/Assistant Director of Game Operations (Jan 2014 - Mar 2015), Coordinator of Ticket Operations (Jul 2013 - Dec 2013)

Oklahoma State University - Ticket Office Representative (Aug 2012 - Jun 2013)

Louisiana State University - Ticket Office Student Intern (Aug 2008 - Aug 2012)

Connect with Garrett on Linkedin here: https://www.linkedin.com/in/gthib/

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In today’s episode of The Andrew Haines Show, we sat down with Charles Reynolds, the CRO and Co-Founder at Trak Software, a sales and partnership platform for leagues and teams.

Charles started his career in sports and successfully transitioned into entrepreneurship as a proven operator for his companies Tokenomix, True North Team Consulting, and Trak Software.

We hope you enjoy :)

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Website: https://trak.io/

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#90 Free Agent Fridays | BreeOnna Springer | The Andrew Haines Show

Connect with BreeOnna on Linkedin here: https://www.linkedin.com/in/breeonna-springer-08a71b100/

#91 Free Agent Fridays | Kathleen Cassino | The Andrew Haines Show

Connect with Kathleen on Linkedin here: https://www.linkedin.com/in/kmac0825/

#92 Free Agent Fridays | Katherine Rowe | The Andrew Haines Show

Connect with Katherine on Linkedin here: https://www.linkedin.com/in/katherine-rowe/

#93 Free Agent Fridays | Luke McDermott | The Andrew Haines Show

Connect with Luke on Linkedin here: https://www.linkedin.com/in/luke-mcdermott1/

#94 Free Agent Fridays | Kevin Wilson | The Andrew Haines Show

Connect with Kevin on Linkedin here: https://www.linkedin.com/in/kevinlwilson/

#95 Free Agent Fridays | Kian Marghzar | The Andrew Haines Show

Connect with Kian on Linkedin here: https://www.linkedin.com/in/kian-marghzar/

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In today’s episode of The Andrew Haines Show, we sat down with James Collins, The Senior Director of Ticket Sales & Staff Development LA Kings & AEG Sports.

James worked his way through college working at Wells Fargo and after graduating he immediately jumped into a lifetime career in sports.

Starting in 2004 he’s worked for several sports teams including the LA Clippers, Atlanta Hawks, New Jersey Devils, Ontario Fury, and now the LA Kings.

James was a pleasure to have on the show today.

We hope you enjoy :)

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LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/in/jamescollinskings/

Website: https://www.aegworldwide.com/

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Welcome back to The Andrew Haines Show!!

In today’s episode of The Andrew Haines Show, we sat down with Donald Bunney, The Owner and Design Director at Egghead Creative.

Donald has been passionate about design work from the time he was 9 years old and started Egghead Creative in the fall of 2019 as a fully remote design agency before the COVID-19 pandemic had even started.

Egghead is a proud sponsor of The Andrew Haines Show and it was a pleasure to have Donald on the show today.

We hope you enjoy :)

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LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/in/donald-bunney-69b600117/

Website: https://eggheadcreativestudio.com/

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#86 Free Agent Fridays | Kai Murray | The Andrew Haines Show

DePaul University - B.S., Commerce

Memphis Redbirds - Senior Director, Ticket Sales & Service (Nov 2019 - Aug 2020)

Memphis 901 FC - Senior Director, Ticket Sales & Service (Nov 2019 - Aug 2020)

Van Wagner Sports & Entertainment - Project Director - Audi Field (Nov 2018 - July 2019)

Washington Nationals - Director of Premium Sales & Service (Mar 2015 - Nov 2018)

Arizona Cardinals - Manager, Club Seat Sales (Mar 2012 - Mar 2015)

Real Salt Lake - Premium Sales Manager/Fan Relations Manager (Mar 2008 - Mar 2012)

Jacksonville Jaguars - Sales Executive (July 2005 - Mar 2008)

Frisco RoughRiders - Group Sales Associate (Dec 2003 - Jul 2005)

Connect with Kai on Linkedin here: https://www.linkedin.com/in/kai-murray-b650a29/

#87 Free Agent Fridays | Brandon Matukas | The Andrew Haines ShowBowling Green State University - B.S., Sport Management

ChefsFeed - Brand Partnership Executive (Mar 2020 - Jul 2020)

New York Yankees - Account Executive, Partnership Activation (Apr 2019 - Mar 2020)

US Army - First Lieutenant (2011 - 2020)

Houston Astros - Corporate Partnership Coordinator (Mar 2017 - Mar 2019)

New Orleans Pelicans - Sponsorship Activation Intern (Aug 2016 - Feb 2017)

New Hampshire Fisher Cats - Sales Assistant (Aug 2015 - Oct 2015), Intern (May 2015 - Aug 2015)

Sports Management Alliance - President (May 2014 - May 2015)

Bowling Green State University - Events and Operations Assistant (Jan 2014 - May 2014)

Connect with Brandon on Linkedin here: https://www.linkedin.com/in/brandonmatukas/

#88 Free Agent Fridays | Zack Shulkin | The Andrew Haines Show

Gies College of Business - University of Illinois Urbana-Champaign - MBA, Marketing & Business Strategy (expected graduation 2022)

Miami University - Bachelor's degree, Sports Marketing

Learfield IMG College - Senior Manager, Business Development UCLA + Rose Bowl (Nov 2019 - Jul 2020)

Six Flags - Manager, National Corporate Partnerships/Sponsorships (Feb 2016 - Mar 2018)

William Morris Endeavor - Account Executive WME/IMG Los Angeles, UCLA Athletics, The Rose Bowl Stadium (Feb 2014 - Feb 2016)

IMG - Sales & Service Coordinator IMG Los Angeles, UCLA Athletics, The Rose Bowl Stadium (Feb 2013 - Jul 2014)

Property Assistant (Jun 2012 - Feb 2013)

IMG College - Miami University - Property Assistant (Aug 2010 - May 2012)

Warner Bros. Entertainment Group of Companies - Domestic Publicity Assistant (May 2011 - Aug 2011)

Fox Sports West/Prime Ticket - Sales & Marketing Intern (May 2010 - Aug 2010)

The Help Group - Teaching Assistant (Jun 2009 - Aug 2009)

Connect with Zach on Linkedin here: https://www.linkedin.com/in/zack-shulkin/

#89 Free Agent Fridays | Kenny Michel | The Andrew Haines Show

Delaware State University - B.A., Business Administration, Management and Operations

Madison Square Garden Entertainment - Group Sales Specialist (Sept 2019 - Sept 2020), Sales Representative (Oct 2017 - Sept 2019)

A+E Networks - Sales Service Representative (Jan 2016 - Oct 2017)

Connect with Kenny on Linkedin here: https://www.linkedin.com/in/kenny-michel-22003966/

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In today’s episode of The Andrew Haines Show, we sat down with Patrick Day the Division President of Professional Sports Catering, a food service company specializing in concessions and catering operations at minor league baseball and spring training stadiums across the country.

He offered a unique perspective on the world of sports from a catering and concession perspective and was a pleasure to have on the show today.

We hope you enjoy :)

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LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/in/patrick-day-2038a18/

Website: http://www.prosportscatering.com/

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In today’s episode of The Andrew Haines Show we sat down with Mitch Ried, the Vice President of Sales and Marketing for Louisville City FC.

Having worked for the Atlanta Hawks, Cleveland Cavaliers, Georgia Swarm and the Alliance of American Football, Mitch is a seasoned sports veteran and was a pleasure to have on the show today.

We hope you enjoy :)

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Mitch’s Info:

LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/in/mitch-ried-9155972/

Website: https://www.loucity.com/

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Free Agent Fridays #16 | The Andrew Haines Show

In today’s episode of The Andrew Haines Show, we sat down with Elisa Padilla, The Senior VP of Creative Strategy & Partnership Marketing at Roc Nation.

Elisa is an award-winning marketer with a diverse background in sports and entertainment. Experienced in high stakes efforts with high visibility brands, she specializes in strategic marketing that directly affects the bottom line.

Most recently, Elisa led the 2018 rebranding of the MLB Miami Marlins, successfully led the brand transformation as the NBA Nets relocated to Brooklyn, and created the award-winning branding campaign for the Nets, “Hello Brooklyn”.

Elisa also led marketing efforts for the NHL’s New York Islanders, who began playing at Barclays Center in the fall of 2015.

We hope you enjoy :)

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Elissa’s Info:

LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/in/elisa-padilla-mba-51628a9/

Website: https://www.rocnation.com/

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In today’s episode of The Andrew Haines Show, we sat down with Peter Billups, The Assitant General Manager of the Lynchburg Hillcats, the Advanced-A Affiliate of the Cleveland Indians.

Peter has spent most of his career in and around minor league baseball and was a pleasure to have on the show today.

We hope you enjoy :)

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Peter’s Info:

LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/in/peterbillups/

Website: https://www.milb.com/lynchburg

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FREE AGENT FRIDAYS are interviews with front office sports and entertainment professionals who lost their positions due to COVID-19.

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Free Agent Fridays | Leonty McCarthy | The Andrew Haines

High Point University – B.S., Sport Management
The Madison Square Garden Company – Manager of Arena Operations (Dec 2017 – Aug 2020)
Charlotte Hornets – Senior Manager of Guest Services & Event Staffing (Aug 2017 – Dec 2017), Manager of Guest Services & Staffing (Sept 2015 – Aug 2017), Event Services Representative (Jun 2012 – Dec 2012)
The Ritz Carlton Hotel – Spa Attendant & Banquet Server (Jun 2013 – Dec 2017)
Live Nation – Guest Services Manager (May 2013 – Oct 2017)
Carolina Panthers – Guest Relations Game Day Staff (Jun 2011 – Aug 2013)
Contemporary Service Corporation – Event Staff & Security Supervisor (Aug 2010 – Aug 2013)
Wake Forest University – Arena Service Representative (Jan 2012 – Aug 2012)
America’s Got Talent – Production Assistant (Feb 2012)
High Point University Recreation Center – Guest Services/Assistant Facility Manager (Sept 2009 – Aug 2010), Practicum Student (Jan 2009 – Mar 2010)
Velocity Sports Performance – Intern (Jan 2010 – Mar 2010)

Connect with Leonty on Linkedin here: https://www.linkedin.com/in/leontymccarthy/

Free Agent Fridays | JP Mc Loughlin | The Andrew Haines Show

Athlone Institute of Technology – Business in Sport & Tourism, Business in Sport and Tourism Management
BC Place – Manager, Guest Experience (Jun 2016 – Nov 2019), Event Host Supervisor (May 2014 – May 2016)
Vancouver Convention Centre – Manager on Duty (Jun 2011 – Jun 2015)
Ramanda Hotel & Suites Ballina – Gym Instructor (Jun 2004 – May 2011)
Mayo GAA – GAA Coach (Jun 2004 – May 2011)
Swinford Community Centre – Manager (Aug 2008 – May 2009)

Connect with JP on Linkedin here: https://www.linkedin.com/in/jpmcloughlin/

In today’s episode of The Andrew Haines Show, we sat down with Blake Rapert a former employee of The Family Arena and life long food and beverage fanatic.

From the age of 13, you could find him helping out in and around the arena and that’s where he and Andrew first met.

In today’s episode, Andrew and Blake reminisce about stories they’ve shared in the careers together as well as some of the driving forces in their lives.

We hope you enjoy :)

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Blake’s Info:

LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/in/blake-rapert-548207a7/

In today’s episode of The Andrew Haines Show, we sat down with Bernie Lilavois, the former President of the Ontario Fury and Founder of Indoor Soccer Alumni.

Bernie has spent his entire career in indoor soccer and is a legend within the community. He had a full career as a player and began working his way up as a front office executive and ultimately spent 10 years as a team president.

Most recently he launched Indoor Soccer Alumni as a way to preserve the past, promote the game, and support the future of indoor soccer in America and across the globe.

We hope you enjoy :)

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Bernie’s Info:

LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/in/bernielilavois/

Website: https://www.indoorsocceralumni.com/

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80 Free Agent Fridays | Matt Polifka | The Andrew Haines Show

University of Utah - B.A., Communication

Latter-day Saints Business College - Associate in Science Degree, General Studies

Brooksee - Director of Partnerships (Feb 2020 - Apr 2020)

Real Salt Lake - Director of Partnership Marketing (Jul 2018 - Feb 2020), Partnership Marketing Manager (Jul 2017 - Jul 2018)

Utah Jazz - Fan Relations Account Executive (Sept 2012 - Jun 2016)

Utah Jazz - Inside Sales Representative (Apr 2010 - Jun 2011)

Real Salt Lake - Game Day Staff (Feb 2010 - Oct 2010)

Connect with Matt on Linkedin here: https://www.linkedin.com/in/mattpolifka/

81 Free Agent Fridays | Lawrence Edgeworth | The Andrew Haines Show

University of New Haven - B.S., Management, Marketing, and Related Support Services

Living Sport - Internship (2020)

Connect with Lawrence on Linkedin here: https://www.linkedin.com/in/lawrence-alex-edgeworth-28019016b/

In today’s episode of The Andrew Haines Show, we sat down with Jason Hunt, The Owner and Orthopedic Surgeon at OrthoLinks Orthopedics in Tampa, Florida.

In addition to being an entrepreneur and orthopedic surgeon, Jason founded the OrthoLinks Care Foundation as a way to financially support patients who lost their jobs or healthcare due to the COVID-19 Pandemic.

Today’s episode was an inside look at the surgery and healthcare side of sports and we hope you enjoy :)

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Jason’s Info:

LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/in/jason-hunt-53050045/

Website: https://www.ortholinks.com/

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In today’s episode of The Andrew Haines Show, we sat down with JT Onyett, the President at Houston SaberCats Rugby a team that is a part of the MLR (Major League Rugby).

Our first conversation with someone from Rugby, JT was a pleasure to have on the show and learn from today and we hope you enjoy :)

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JT’s Info:

LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/in/jt-onyett-1839127/

Website: https://www.houstonsabercats.com/

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Free Agent Fridays | #78 Samantha Biastre | The Andrew Haines Show

Liberty University - Master's Degree, Sports Marketing and Media

Kutztown University of Pennsylvania - Bachelor's Degree, Leisure and Sport Studies and Public Relations

Missional Marketing - Sales Administrator/Assistant to the CEO (May 2020 - Present)

Lancaster Barnstormers - Ticket Sales Manager (Oct 2019 - Mar 2020), Group Sales Manager (Oct 2018 - Oct 2019), Business Development Specialist (Nov 2017 - Oct 2018), Group Sales Representative (Feb 2017 - Nov 2017)

Precision Sports Entertainment - Account Manager (Sept 2016 - Feb 2017)

Somerset County YMCA - Member Services Representative (Jun 2016 - Feb 2017)

New York Red Bulls - Event Marketing Staff (Aug 2016 - Oct 2016)

Somerset Patriots - Event Staff (May 2011 - Sept 2016)

The Keystone Newspaper - Assistant News Editor (Feb 2016 - May 2016)

Kutztown University Health and Wellness Center - Health Promotion and Alcohol & Other Drugs Services Undergraduate Coordinator (Mar 2014 - May 2016), Student Writer (Aug 2015 - Dec 2015)

New Jersey Jackals - Game Day and Promotions Intern (May 2015 - Sept 2015)

Connect with Samantha on Linkedin here: https://www.linkedin.com/in/samantha-biastre-151a1095/

Free Agent Fridays | #79 Zander Atwood | The Andrew Haines Show

Purdue University Global - Master of Business Administration - MBA, Business Administration and Management, General

Aquinas College - B.S., Business Administration/Sport Management

Purdue University - Quality of Life Team Member (Sept 2019 - Present), Ticket Services and Retention Representative (Jan 2018 - Present), Athletics Staff Member (Oct 2016 - Present), Ticket Sales Representative (Oct 2016 - Jan 2018)

BNI Central Indiana - SEEDS Chapter Member (Nov 2016 - Jan 2018)

The Aspire Group - Sales Consultant - Western Michigan University Athletics (Aug 2015 - Sept 2016)

Battle Creek Bombers - Account Executive (Jan 2015 - Aug 2015)

Walt Disney World - Main Street Daily Operations (Cast Member) (May 2014 - Jan 2015)

Aquinas College - Front Desk Manager/Attendant (Aug 2011 - Mar 2014)

Childress Sports Consulting - Intern (Dec 2013)

Michigan Junior Volleyball Association - Intern (May 2013 - Jun 2013)

Connect with Zander on Linkedin here: https://www.linkedin.com/in/alexander-zander-atwood-mba-b94259103/

In today’s episode of The Andrew Haines Show, we sat down with Travis Apple, The Chief Revenue Officer of Event Dynamic, an AI-based ticketing platform for teams and leagues.

Travis has spent his entire career in sports starting with the Atlanta Spirit spirit after graduating from Ashland University in 2007.

From there he spent time with the Pittsburgh Pirates, Orlando Magic, Phoenix Suns, Miami Marlins, and the NBA.

He was a pleasure to have on the show today and we hope you enjoy :)

Travis’s Info:

LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/in/travisapple/

Website: https://www.eventdynamic.com/

In today’s episode of The Andrew Haines Show, we sat down with Alex Vergara the Chief Story Teller at AV Consulting and an adjunct sports marketing professor at the University of Central Florida.

AV is a seasoned sports marketing executive and an incredible storyteller.

We had the pleasure of hearing some of the stories from his career and we hope you enjoy…

Alex’s Info:

LinkedIn: www.linkedin.com/in/alexvergara

Website: avergaragroup.com

Free Agent Fridays | Deanna Repollet | The Andrew Haines Show

East Stroudsburg University - B.A. Spanish, B.S., Sports Management and Business Marketing

theGIRLMOB - Brand Partnerships (Jan 2020 - Present)

BSE Global - Manager, Premium Partnerships (Apr 2018 - Oct 2019)

Sporting Kansas City - Manager, Premium Services (Sept 2016 - Mar 2018), Business Development Manager (Apr 2015 - Mar 2018), Senior Account Executive (Jan 2013 - Apr 2015)

Major League Soccer - Sales Trainee (Oct 2012 - Dec 2012)

Connect wtih Deanna on Linkedin here: https://www.linkedin.com/in/deanna-repollet-10674154/

In today’s episode of The Andrew Haines Show, we sat down with Denise Sicheneder the VP of Sales and Service from over at Spinzo. In the show, they dive into Denise’s love of one-on-one coaching, the culture of sports business and how it’s been changing due to COVID, and what teams need to be doing to prepare for when sports return to their previous levels. We hope you enjoy :) LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/in/denise-sicheneder-23b58b2/ Website: https://www.spinzo.com/

In today’s episode of The Andrew Haines Show, we sat down with Tom Traxler the Head Coach for the Orlando SeaWolves of the MASL.

In today’s episode, Andrew and Tom share their stories from re-assembling the Orlando SeaWolves at the start of the 2020 season after the abrupt leaving of the former owner of the team and the beginning signs of COVID-19.

Really interesting stories in this episode about what it takes to make a team in crisis work.

We hope you enjoy

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Tom’s Contact Info:

LinkedIn: https://twitter.com/ttrax15/media?lang=en

Free Agent Friday’s is a series on The Andrew Haines Show where we highlight the careers, accomplishments, and aspirations of all of the free agents in the sports business world looking for work in the midst of COVID-19.

SQWAD is the official partner for FREE AGENT FRIDAYS. SQWAD is helping sports teams sell more sponsorship with trackable, digital activations made for today’s advertising metrics. Learn more at www.sqwadhq.com

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00:38 - Samantha Clark - https://www.linkedin.com/in/samantha-clark-77b52782/

13:44 - Ross Castronovo - https://www.linkedin.com/in/ross-castronovo-2a4053142/

22:18 - Robyn Fink - https://www.linkedin.com/in/robynfink/

32:50 - Eric Dorsey - https://www.linkedin.com/in/ericdorsey96/

46:50 - Ed Kaczynski - https://www.linkedin.com/in/ed-k-b8985855/

1:03:25 - Dalia Regev - https://www.linkedin.com/in/daliaregev/

1:15:12 - CJ LaRoche - https://www.linkedin.com/in/cj-laroche-sports/

In today’s episode of The Andrew Haines Show, we sat down with Gabby Roe the President at Maestroe Sports & Entertainment.

Gabby is a seasoned sports executive. Having started with Major League Lacrosse at its inception and later working as a general manager then president for several sports-related organizations, he’s seen much of the industry.

He is currently the President of Maestroe Sports & Entertainment where he oversees all verticals of the organization.

Gabby’s Info:

LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/in/gabby-roe-0bb32b7/

Website: https://maestroe.com/

In today’s episode of The Andrew Haines Show, we sat down with Lamonte Coleman the Guest Experience Manager at Marlins Park.

A former head coach and general manager for indoor football teams, Lamonte has spent much of his career coaching others and in administrative roles within sports.

Starting in August of 2019, Lamonte took over as the Guest Experience Manager at Marlins Park where he manages the interior operations of Marlins Park. Most importantly, he was a pleasure to have on the show today and we hope you enjoy :)

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Lamonte’s Contact Info:

LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/in/lamonte-coleman-maa-135a6a24/

Free Agent Friday’s is a series on The Andrew Haines Show where we highlight the careers, accomplishments, and aspirations of all of the free agents in the sports business world looking for work in the midst of COVID-19.

SQWAD is the official partner for FREE AGENT FRIDAYS. SQWAD is helping sports teams sell more sponsorship with trackable, digital activations made for today’s advertising metrics. Learn more at www.sqwadhq.com

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00:38 - Colin Raymond - https://www.linkedin.com/in/colinpraymond/

08:06 - Tara Parker - https://www.linkedin.com/in/jtaraparker/

30:56 - Marquell Oliver - https://www.linkedin.com/in/marquell-oliver/

49:50 - Faith Enenbach - https://www.linkedin.com/in/faithenenbach/

59:08 - Kevin McIntyre - https://www.linkedin.com/in/kevinmcintyre/

1:25:46 - Terrol Ford II - https://www.linkedin.com/in/terrol-ford-ii-635b1b167/

1:35:37 - Tre’ Pickel - https://www.linkedin.com/in/trepickel/

1:48:54 - Jamie Meyer - https://www.linkedin.com/in/jamie-meyer-8b60106/

In today’s episode of The Andrew Haines Show, we sat down with Brendan Trelease the Premium Sales Manager for the Orlando Magic

In 2013 Brendan graduated from U-Mass Amherst with a degree in marketing and sports management and immediately jumped into a role working for the Memphis Grizzlies.

Since then he has held sales roles at Learfield Sports, Los Angeles FC, and most recently as the Premium Sales Manager for the Orlando Magic where he is today.

In the show, they discuss the 3 things to keep in mind while selling during COVID-19 as well as some of the strategy behind getting people to buy tickets.

We hope you enjoy :)

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Brendan's Contact Info:

LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/in/btrelease/

Website: https://www.nba.com/magic/?tmd=1

In today’s episode of The Andrew Haines Show, we sat down with Mackie Feierstein the Assistant AD of Ticket Sales for The University of Miami

A 20-year veteran in the sports business world, Mackie set forth into the professional realm in ticket sales for the Miami Dolphins in the early 2000’s. He then transitioned into a ticket sales role for the University of Miami and after that spent six years working for the Florida Panthers, Orlando City SC, and Philadelphia Soul.

In 2015 Mackie returned to The University of Miami as the Assistant AD of Ticket Sales where he remains today.

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Mackie’s Contact Info:

LinkedIn:https://www.linkedin.com/in/mackie-feierstein/

Website: https://welcome.miami.edu/

Free Agent Friday’s is a series on The Andrew Haines Show where we highlight the careers, accomplishments, and aspirations of all of the free agents in the sports business world looking for work in the midst of COVID-19.

SQWAD is the official partner for FREE AGENT FRIDAYS. SQWAD is helping sports teams sell more sponsorship with trackable, digital activations made for today’s advertising metrics. Learn more at www.sqwadhq.com

00:37 Alex Zito - https://www.linkedin.com/in/alex-zito-776921134/

14:15 Alyson Smist - https://www.linkedin.com/in/alyson-smist-592083b1/

28:16 Cynthia Charles - https://www.linkedin.com/in/cynthia-charles1/

48:19 Daniel Anderer - https://www.linkedin.com/in/daniel-anderer/

58:03 David Anderson - https://www.linkedin.com/in/dcpander/

1:21:04 Jean Marie Anderson - https://www.linkedin.com/in/jeanmarieanderson/

1:33:50 Sharon Boschi - https://www.linkedin.com/in/sharonboschi/

1:52:25 Daniel Salazar - https://www.linkedin.com/in/danielsalazar93/

In today’s episode of The Andrew Haines Show, we sat down with Charlie Hildbold the Founder at Escon Sports Consulting.

In his senior year of college, he sent a letter to every professional sports team in each of the 4 major sports leagues.

From there, he started his career in sports as an outside salesperson for the Pittsburgh Pirates.

Since then, Charlie has had a well-versed career working for several different teams in multiple leagues as a salesman, President, and Vice President.

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Charlie’s Contact Info:

LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/in/charliehildbold/

Website: https://esconsports.com/

In today’s episode of The Andrew Haines Show, we sat down with Matt Wolff the Founder and CEO of Ticket Time Machine

A salesman for several organizations for the first part of his career, Matt launched Ticket Time Machine in 2018 because of his passion for collecting tickets and memorabilia from all of the concerts and sporting events that he attended.

Ticket Time Machine is one of Matt’s first major steps into the sports business world and he was a pleasure to have on the show today.

We hope you enjoy :)

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Matt’s Contact Info:

LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/in/mattwolff3/

Website: https://tickettimemachine.com/

Free Agent Friday’s is a series on The Andrew Haines Show where we highlight the careers, accomplishments, and aspirations of all of the free agents in the sports business world looking for work in the midst of COVID-19. SQWAD is the official partner for FREE AGENT FRIDAYS. SQWAD is helping sports teams sell more sponsorship with trackable, digital activations made for today’s advertising metrics. Learn more at www.sqwadhq.com.

00:37 - James McDaniels - https://www.linkedin.com/in/james-thomas-mcdaniels-9a764090/ 31:46 - Andrew Niemiec - https://www.linkedin.com/in/andrew-niemiec-96b7a112b/ 41:27 - Hannah Hammon - https://www.linkedin.com/in/hannahhammon/ 54:24 - Jacob Morris - https://www.linkedin.com/in/jmsmorris/ 1:05:56 - Javier Cafaro - https://www.linkedin.com/in/javier-cafaro-287b1b97/ 1:20:47 - Ronan Khalsa - https://www.linkedin.com/in/ronankhalsa/ 1:33:50 - Tina Mansinghani - https://www.linkedin.com/in/tinakish/ 1:52:20 - Zach Curtis - https://www.linkedin.com/in/zach-curtis-2329bba5/

In today’s episode of The Andrew Haines Show, we sat down with Jeremy Alumbaugh the Managing Director of the Chattanooga Football Club of the NISA.

A UW - Oshkosh grad, Jeremy started his career as an assistant coach for SEMO’s soccer team down in Missouri. Between his time with SEMO up until 2014, Jeremy worked for a few different clubs as both a coach and a director of football operations.

In 2008 he launched Flatland Sports Management, a camps, tournaments, and recruiting consulting firm for sports organizations which is still running today.

In 2014 he took a job as the VP and general manager of St. Louis FC and in late 2019 started his current role in Chattanooga.

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Jeremy’s Contact Info:

LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/in/jeremy-alumbaugh-067308106/

Website: https://www.chattanoogafc.com/

In today’s episode of The Andrew Haines Show, we sat down with Chris Thompson, a coach and sports executive who happens to be an old-time friend of Andrew’s.

Andrew and Chris have known each other for almost 20 years and have shared several stories along the way focusing primarily on their time in arena football.

In the show today, they share their stories from arena football and the business and life lessons they learned along the way.

We hope you enjoy :)

Chris’s Info:

Linkedin: https://www.linkedin.com/in/chris-thompson-5109719/

Twitter: https://twitter.com/coachthompsonct?lang=en

Website: https://www.xfl.com/

Free Agent Friday’s is a series on The Andrew Haines Show where we highlight the careers, accomplishments, and aspirations of all of the free agents in the sports business world looking for work in the midst of COVID-19.

SQWAD is the official partner for FREE AGENT FRIDAYS. SQWAD is helping sports teams sell more sponsorship with trackable, digital activations made for today’s advertising metrics. Learn more at www.sqwadhq.com.

00:36 - Jared Forest - https://www.linkedin.com/in/jared-forest/

17:30 - Doug Brown - https://www.linkedin.com/in/doug-brown-asu/

31:40 - Myles Mensah - https://www.linkedin.com/in/mylesmensah/

40:38 - Maddie Derrick - https://www.linkedin.com/in/maddie-derrick-367727129/

55:55 - Amanda Brawley - https://www.linkedin.com/in/amandabrawley/

1:05:30 - Will Biba - https://www.linkedin.com/in/will-biba-3827742b/

1:23:25 - Mireya Martinez - https://www.linkedin.com/in/mireyamartinez/

Free Agent Friday’s is a series on The Andrew Haines Show where we highlight the careers, accomplishments, and aspirations of all of the free agents in the sports business world looking for work in the midst of COVID-19.

SQWAD is the official partner for FREE AGENT FRIDAYS. SQWAD is helping sports teams sell more sponsorship with trackable, digital activations made for today’s advertising metrics. Learn more at www.sqwadhq.com.

00:35 - Bill Beach - https://www.linkedin.com/in/billbeach/

17:40 - Joseph McGrath Jr. - https://www.linkedin.com/in/joemcgrathjr/

28:35 - Austin Hall - https://www.linkedin.com/in/austin-hall-78646a130/

41:38 - Zachariah Paul - https://www.linkedin.com/in/zachariahpaul2020/

1:04:40 - Matt Moes - https://www.linkedin.com/in/mattmoes/

1:25:13 - Miren Zubillaga - https://www.linkedin.com/in/miren-zubillaga-33189373/

In today’s episode of The Andrew Haines Show, we sat down with Jonathan Forsberg, the Vice President of Ticket Sales & Service for the Bridgeport Sound Tigers.

Starting his career as an intern for the Boston Celtics in 2009, Jonathan has held positions in several different functions with a primary focus on sales.

He spent 4 seasons with the Worcester Sharks as an account executive and later worked for the AHL in their front office as the Director of Team Business Services.

Following his time there he found his way back into sales, working for the Charlotte Checkers and most recently the Bridgeport Sound Tigers.

We hope you enjoy :)

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Jonathan’s Contact Info:

LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/in/jonathanforsberg/

Twitter: https://twitter.com/jforsberg23?lang=en

Website: https://www.soundtigers.com/

Free Agent Friday’s is a series on The Andrew Haines Show where we highlight the careers, accomplishments, and aspirations of all of the free agents in the sports business world looking for work in the midst of COVID-19.

00:36 - Anthony Rizzo - Linkedin: https://www.linkedin.com/in/anthony-rizzo-636077b6/

18:55 - Hilary Goldberg - Linkedin: https://www.linkedin.com/in/hilaryrgoldberg/

32:04 - Tanner Worley - Linkedin: https://www.linkedin.com/in/tanner-worley-6b50b073/

47:38 - Karl Lowe - Linkedin: https://www.linkedin.com/in/kelowe91/

57:58 - David Guiladi - Linkedin: https://www.linkedin.com/in/davidgmba/

1:17:07 - Arvind Nat - Linkedin: https://www.linkedin.com/in/arvind-natt-37380589/

1:37:43 - Cameron Carlin - LinkedIn: 1:54:24 - Linkedin: https://www.linkedin.com/in/cameroncarlin1/

In today’s episode of The Andrew Haines Show, we sat down with Ian Tasso, the Senior Manager of Premium Sales at NFL On Location Experiences.

Ian carved a unique path for himself into sports sales starting as a writer and producer for the Boston Globe and WEEI Sports.

He then side-stepped into a role as an account executive and broadcaster for the Las Vegas Wranglers of the ECHL and further found his way into sales working for The Florida Everblades and Van Wagner Sports.

Since 2017 has served in various sales leadership roles for NFL On Location Experiences and is currently the Senior Manager of Premium Sales there.

We hope you enjoy it :)

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Ian’s Contact Info:

LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/in/ian-tasso-3b004467/

Website: https://iantasso.com/

In today’s episode of The Andrew Haines Show, we sat down with Evan Gitomer, the Vice President of Premium Ticketing at Van Wagner Sports and Entertainment.

Evan has seen just about every side of the sports sales world. He started his career working in inside sales for the Philadelphia Eagles and then sold his way into a job working in New Orleans for the Saints.

Following his tenure there, he worked for the Phoenix Coyotes, Arizona Rattlers, New York Nets, and the Kansas City Wizards.

In between his time with the Wizards and his next role with the Orlando Magic, Evan founded EPG consulting and he is now the Vice President of Premium Ticketing at Van Wagner Sports and Entertainment.

We hope you enjoy :)

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Evan's Contact Info:

LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/in/egitomer/

Website: http://www.vanwagner.com/

Free Agent Friday’s is a series on The Andrew Haines Show where we highlight the careers, accomplishments, and aspirations of all of the free agents in the sports business world looking for work in the midst of COVID-19.

00:38 - Kevin Oberding - Linkedin: https://www.linkedin.com/in/kevinoberding/

15:00 - Chelsie Bingham - Linkedin: https://www.linkedin.com/in/chelsiebingham/

27:40 - Daniel Hancock - Linkedin: https://www.linkedin.com/in/daniel-hancock-b4438a15a/

40:38 - Amber Costa - Linkedin: https://www.linkedin.com/in/amber-costa-b561a4137/

55:20 - Andy Friedlander - Linkedin: https://www.linkedin.com/in/andrewfriedlander/

1:13:20 - David Monaco - Linkedin: https://www.linkedin.com/in/davidlmonaco/

Free Agent Friday’s is a series on The Andrew Haines Show where we highlight the careers, accomplishments, and aspirations of all of the free agents in the sports business world looking for work in the midst of COVID-19.

00:38 - Kyle Mastoloni - Linkedin: https://www.linkedin.com/in/kyle-mastoloni/

13:20 - Kyle Cupples - Linkedin: https://www.linkedin.com/in/kyle-cupples-122a43153/

28:40 - Kyle Brightsman - Linkedin: https://www.linkedin.com/in/kyle-brightsman-b80b70b5/

41:50 - Benjamin Rivera - Linkedin: https://www.linkedin.com/in/benjamin-rivera-jr-b39244113/

53:30 - Tre' Whittaker - Linkedin: https://www.linkedin.com/in/trewhittaker/

1:13:10 - Ari Moskowitz - Linkedin: https://www.linkedin.com/in/arimoskowitz1/

SQWAD is the official partner for FREE AGENT FRIDAYS. SQWAD is helping sports teams sell more sponsorship with trackable, digital activations made for today’s advertising metrics. Learn more at www.sqwadhq.com.

In today’s episode of The Andrew Haines Show, we shared a conversation with Joey Zanaboni, a highly dedicated play-by-play announcer who is on a mission to reflect the endless optimism, relentless anxiety, and randomness of the millennial generation.

In the show, Andrew and Joey dig into this mission and share some of their stories from working in sports.

We hope you enjoy :)

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Joey’s Info:

LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/in/joeyzanaboni/

Twitter: https://twitter.com/joey_zana

In today’s episode of The Andrew Haines Show, we had a very special guest, AJ Haines, Andrew’s 16-year-old son to talk about their new gaming team, JOKR Gaming.

In the show, Andrew and AJ chat about what led up to them launching the team, the fun times they’ve had gaming, and what the future holds for JOKR Gaming.

Check out JOKR Gaming below!

Youtube: https://www.youtube.com/channel/UCV7DuC-i6FAVPOp7WZnSCbg

Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/JOKR-Gaming-103903054641322/

Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/jokr_fatal/

Twitch: https://www.twitch.tv/jokr_fatal

Free Agent Friday’s is a series on The Andrew Haines Show where we highlight the careers, accomplishments, and aspirations of all of the free agents in the sports business world looking for work in the midst of COVID-19.

Cassidy Koch - The Andrew Haines Show University of West Florida - B.A. in Communications, Public Relations, Minor in Spanish XFL - Tampa Bay Vipers - Business Operations Specialist (Dec 2019-April 2020) Richmond Flying Squirrels - Community Relations Manager (Sept 2018-Dec 2019), Community Relations Intern (Jan-Sept 2018) The Rhinestone Cowgirls Show - Performer/Media Relations (May-Dec 2017) Connect with Cassidy on Linkedin: https://www.linkedin.com/in/cassidykoch/

Tricia Rasberry - The Andrew Haines Show University of Wisconsin-LaCrosse - B.S. in Exercise & Sports Science - Sports Management Emphasis Roc Ventures - Vice President of Sales, Service & Merchandise (2014-2020) Clear Channel Media - Integrated Marketing Account Executive (2013-2014) Milwaukee Bucks - Manager, Group Sales & Events (2001-2013) Connect with Tricia on Linkedin: https://www.linkedin.com/in/tricia-rasberry-6872b34/

Samantha Bell - The Andrew Haines Show Aquinas College - B.S. in Business Administration, Dual Major: Sports Management/Business Administration, Minor: Journalism/Publications Bakersfield Condors - Manager, Community Relations & Fundraising (July 2019-June 2020) Grand Rapid Griffins - Community Relations Assistant (Sept 2018-April 2019) Cincinnati Reds - Youth Outreach Intern (May 2018-Sept 2018) Connect with Samantha on Linkedin: https://www.linkedin.com/in/samantha-bell-3376a2a8/

Nick Van Nortwick - The Andrew Haines Show University of Kansas - B.S. in Sports Management, Minor in Business Tickets for Less - Ticket Specialist (Sept 2019-March 2020) Sporting Kansas City - Lead Sporting Stylist (July 2018-Sept 2019) United States Soccer Federation - Sporting Development Associate, Referee Development (Jan 2018-July 2018) Swope Park Rangers - Event Marketing Supervisor (May 2017-Dec 2017) Sporting Kansas City - Night Sales Associate (Aug 2017-October 2017) Connect with Nick on Linkedin: https://www.linkedin.com/in/nick-van-nortwick-607544145/

Jack Elliot - The Andrew Haines Show Pennsylvania State University - B.S., Park and Tourism Management, Smeal College of Business Certificate Lancaster Barnstormers - Business Development Specialist, Groups - (May 2019-March 2020) Penn State Campus Recreation - Competitive Sports Intern - (Jan 2019-May 2019) Lancaster Barnstormers - Stadium Operations Intern - (Summer 2018) Connect with Jack on Linkedin: https://www.linkedin.com/in/jack-elliot-a0900514a/

Sam Fritz - The Andrew Haines Show

Shippensburg University - B.A. in Communications/Journalism, minor in Electronic Media

Penn Sports Radio - Color Commentator - (Aug 2019-Present)

CHICKARA - Camerman/Associate Producer - (Feb 2019-Present)

GameStop - Senior Game Advisor - (Aug 2013-Jan 2020)

88.7 WSYC - Host/Music Director/General Manager - (Aug 2014-May 2018)

Connect with Sam on Linkedin: https://www.linkedin.com/in/sam-fritz-449563169/

In today’s episode of The Andrew Haines Show, we sat down with Brian Roth, the former General Manager of the St. Louis Ambush, an arena soccer team that plays in the MASL.

Brian Roth is a native of Chester, Illinois, and has spent the majority of his career working in and around sports.

He started his journey right out of college working for his community, then worked in ticket sales for three years with the Kansas City Wizards.

Following his time with the Wizards he transitioned from the MLS into indoor soccer, working for the Kansas City Comets of the now MASL, and has spent the last 7 years of his career working for the St. Louis Ambush.

He’s learned a lot throughout his career and we were honored to have him as a guest today.

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Brian's Info:

LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/in/brian-roth-8830612b/

This is the first installment of FREE AGENT FRIDAYS on The Andrew Haines Show, where Andrew will interview a variety of people who have been laid off from the sports and entertainment industry.

Free Agent Fridays on The Andrew Haines Show – Harry Bogusz

University of Miami B.A. in International Finance and Marketing major with minors in Spanish and Sociology
Inter Miami CF – Sales & Service Intern (Jan 2020-May 2020)
Turner Broadcasting System – Digital Account Services Intern (May 2019-August 2019)
U. of Miami Ticketing Sales and Alumni Relations Office – Student Sales Representative and Coordinator (Aug2018-Jan 2020)
WVUM Radio – Promotion Coordinator (Nov 2018-Jan 2020)
Connect with Harry on Linkedin: https://www.linkedin.com/in/harrisonbogusz/

Free Agent Fridays on The Andrew Haines Show – Cecilia Della Villa

Rutgers University – B.A. in Psychology & Criminology
Prodigy Search – Administrative Associate (08/2019-06/2020)
Middlesex County College – Project Assistant (8/2010-7/2014
Declarations, Inc – Life Coach (7/2014-5/2015)

Declarations, Inc – Assistant Team Leader of Forensic Team (5/2015-11/2015) * Resources for Human Development Coastal Wellness – Wellness Coach/Team Leader (11/2015-8/2019) * Connect with Cecilia on Linkedin: https://www.linkedin.com/in/ceciliadellavilla/

Free Agent Fridays on The Andrew Haines Show – Allison Freebern

Seminole State College – B.A. in Business Information and Management
Orlando City SC – Corporate Partnerships Gameday Staff (May 2019-Present)
Performers Edge Dance Center – Dance Instructor Assistant/Substitute Dance Instructor (Aug 2017-Present)
Connect with Allison on Linkedin: https://www.linkedin.com/in/allison-freebern/

Free Agent Fridays on The Andrew Haines Show – Tyler Hotz

Appalachian State University – B.S. in Journalism, B.S. in Public Relations, Minor in Marketing
Appalachian State Athletics – Baseball & Field Hockey Sports Information Contact (Jan 2018-May 2020)
University of Tennessee Athletics – Athletics Media Relations Intern (Aug 2017-Aug 2018)
The Appalachian – Senior Sports Reporter & In-Depth Editor (Aug 2016-Dec 2017)
Connect with Tyler on Linkedin: https://www.linkedin.com/in/tyler-hotz-sid/

Free Agent Fridays on The Andrew Haines Show – Todd Worly

College of Wooster – B.A. in International Relations
Case Western Reserve University School of Law – Juris Doctor

Admitted to practice law in Ohio * Seattle Dragons (XFL) – Manager of Scouting and Analytics (2019-April 2020) * Saskatchewan Roughriders (CFL) – Midwest Regional Scout (2016-2019) * NFLPA Collegiate Bowl – Midwest/Ohio Valley Area Scout (2017-2018) * Jacksonville Sharks (AFL) – Director of Player Personnel and Football Administration (2015) * Connect with Todd on Linkedin: https://www.linkedin.com/in/todd-worly-76b4b26/

Free Agent Fridays on The Andrew Haines Show – Matt Trust

Shippensburg University – Master of Science – Communication Studies

Shippensburg University – B.A. Communication-Journalism * Hershey Entertainment & Resorts/Hershey Bears – Media Coordinator (Sept 2018-Jun 2020) * Pulaksi Yankees – Media Relations/Stadium Operations Intern (May 2018-Aug 2018) * Connect with Matt on Linkedin: https://www.linkedin.com/in/mattctrust/

In today’s episode of The Andrew Haines Show, we sat down with Andrew Ross, one of Andrew’s first hires for the Florida Tropics of the MASL.

Andrew Ross started his career while in college as an account executive for the Syracuse Silver Knights of the MASL. He later worked for the USL and in 2014 started working as an account executive for the Orlando City SC of the MLS. Following his role with Orlando City, Andrew joined the founding executive team for the Florida Tropics lead by Andrew Haines.

In the show, they share their stories from the MASL and discuss the impact that COVID has had on both of their careers.

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Contact Andrew Ross below

LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/in/andrewrosssu/

In today’s episode of The Andrew Haines Show, we sat down with Richard Lintker, the Vice President of Ticket Sales & Service for the Lehigh Valley Phantoms of the AHL.

Richard started his career working as a general manager for a few different movie theatres across Missouri and later launched his career in professional sports working for Monumental Sports & Entertainment the holding company for the Washington Capitals, and Washington Wizards among several other teams in the DC area.

In the show, Richard shares his transition from the theatre industry into major league sports and all of the lessons he’s learned along the way.

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LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/in/richardlintker/

Twitter: https://twitter.com/rlintker

Website: http://www.phantomshockey.com/

In today’s episode of The Andrew Haines Show, we had on sports business entrepreneur and legend, Tommy Benizio.

Mr. Benizio has spent the majority of his career as a team and league owner and executive and in today’s episode, Andrew and Tommy share some crazy stories from their days launching and selling teams and leagues.

We hope you enjoy :)

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Tommy's LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/in/tommy-benizio-489504162/

In today’s episode of the Andrew Haines Show, we sat down with Mark Gress, a Partner at Prodigy Search, a national leader in executive search for sports teams and leagues.

In the show, Mark and Andrew talk through best practices for those going through the recruiting process, what it takes to find a role in sports, and the future of recruiting and staffing coming out of COVID-19.

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LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/in/markgressjr/

Twitter: https://twitter.com/markgressjr?lang=en

Website: https://www.prodigysearch.net

In today’s episode of The Andrew Haines Show, we sat down with Joe Rickert from Taymar Sales U.

Joe started his career in sports working as a membership associate for the Atlanta Hawks in 2013 and immediately began working his way up their sales team. From his initial role he was promoted into a group sales position where he learned the group sales process in-depth, and ultimately lead the inside ticket sales team for the Hawks.

After his time with the Hawks, Joe jumped into an entrepreneurial venture with Taymar Sales U where he is currently the Senior VP of Property & Team Development.

In the show, we dive into Joe’s story and the lessons he’s learned along the way.

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LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/in/joe-rickert-ab466142/

Twitter: https://twitter.com/Joe_Rickert

Website: https://www.taymarsalesu.com

In today’s episode of the Andrew Haines show, we sat down with Robert Brown, the Director of Consumer Sales at Pacers Sports & Entertainment.

Robert started his career in sports working as an intern in the box office of a local sports team and when he graduated college he jumped right into a role in inside ticket sales for the Frisco RoughRiders.

From there he worked his way into a job in corporate ticket sales with the Pacers and immediately began working his way up to his current role as the Director of Consumer Sales.

In the show, Robert and Andrew share a discussion about:

How to manage your time and build your schedule as a salesperson
The transition from selling to being a sales manager and the different skills required in each role
The role of a positive mindset in sales

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LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/in/robertbrown7342/

Website: https://www.nba.com/pacers/

In today’s episode of The Andrew Haines show, I sat down with David Livingston the current VP of Partnerships at Spectra, a hospitality company on the cutting edge of hosting and entertainment.

In the show, David was kind enough to share his perspective on what the true goal of a salesperson is, his stories selling for some of the world’s most well-known organizations in sports, and his unique path which took him into the Alliance of American Football and Major Lacrosse League.

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LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/in/w-david-livingston-3325bb99/

Website: http://www.spectraexperiences.com

In today’s episode of The Andrew Haines Show, we were able to share some time with Bill Guertin, “the 800 Pound Gorilla of Sales Performance”.

As a sales expert, author, keynote speaker, and master sales trainer, Bill has partnered with over 100 sports and entertainment organizations to improve their people and their profits.

In the show, Bill and Andrew dig into Bill’s story and how he found his way into being a sales trainer for professional sports teams, the differences between sales strategies in the major leagues and minor leagues, and what it takes to carve out a career and be a leader in major league sports.

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LinkedIn:https://www.linkedin.com/in/bill-guertin/

Website:https://www.isbi360.com

In today’s episode of The Andrew Haines Show we had on Joe Bowers the Co-Owner and Managing Partner of Party Shack, a manufacturing company on the cutting edge of the hospitality industry in sports.

Joe has spent much of his career in sports starting as a coach at Oklahoma State under legendary coach Jimmy Johnson and most recently, as we mentioned, with his new company Party Shack.

Joe has a unique perspective on the future of sports hospitality and a unique product and we were lucky to hear his insights today.

We hope you enjoy :)

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LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/in/joebowers123/

Website: https://www.partyshackusa.com

In today’s episode of The Andrew Haines Show we had on Corey Adamson, a midfielder for the St. Louis Ambush of the MASL, master networker, and entrepreneur.

Corey is one of the first players that Andrew signed to play for the St. Louis Ambush and in this episode Corey shares his unique life journey, what he did to build his personal brand, and what it took to make it through his first few years as a professional indoor soccer player.

We hope you enjoy :)

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Twitter: https://twitter.com/adamsoncorey?lang=en

Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/coreyadamson4/

In today’s episode of The Andrew Haines Show we had the pleasure of having on Christopher Keem, the current CEO of the Oahu League, the largest youth soccer league on the Hawaiian Islands.

Chris started his career in sports when he was a teenager and bought his way into a soccer team so he could play professionally with his friends.

Throughout his career he has held several positions for an array of soccer teams and leagues ranging from coach, to manager, and most recently CEO.

Chris has a deep passion and a vast knowledge of the sport of soccer and it was a pleasure having him on today.

We hope you enjoy!!

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Chris’s LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/in/chriskeem/

Chris’s Twitter: https://twitter.com/chriskeem?lang=en

Website: https://oahuleague.com

In today’s episode of The Andrew Haines Show we had the pleasure of hosting sports business legend, Murray Cohn.

Murray started his career as a sales intern for an indoor soccer team in the MISL then held a brief career in the NHL with the Minnesota North Stars where he helped them transition to being in Dallas. He later continued his career as the Senior Director of Ticket Sales for the Orlando Magic.

Following this, Murray worked in the front office of the NBA as the Vice President of Ticket Sales where he was heavily involved in their TMBO group, and most recently Murray assisted in the launch of the Alliance of American Football and is currently the President of MC Sports Training & Consulting where he has been a sales consultant for over 120 sports teams and leagues.

Needless to say, but it was a pleasure having Murray on today and we hope you enjoy :)

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LinkedIn:https://www.linkedin.com/in/murray-cohn-3716ab8/

Twitter:https://twitter.com/CohnMurray

Welcome to The Andrew Haines Show! In this podcast, serial entrepreneur and sports executive, Andrew Haines hosts conversations with some of the most accomplished sports business professionals in order to share their knowledge and stories with others. In this week on The Andrew Haines Show, Jake and Andrew sit down to take a walk through Andrew's life journey and touch on the good, the bad, and the ugly throughout his career as well as several lessons he learned along the way. We hope you enjoy :) Andrew's LinkedIn - https://www.linkedin.com/in/andrewghaines/ Andrew's Twitter - https://twitter.com/AndrewGHaines

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