How women’s sports finally broke through (from League One Volleyball’s CFO)

Join us as Mike Bufano, CFO and Youth Club President of League One Volleyball, takes listeners on an exhilarating journey through:

• The thrilling world of sports business (2:48)

• A career-defining piece of advice that landed him the CFO role (7:45)

• Raw truths about conquering mental health challenges in high-stakes environments (10:22)

• Insider secrets to navigating the IPO rollercoaster (17:08)

• The unstoppable rise and bright future of women's sports (26:30)

• Revolutionizing the largest sport for young women in the US (37:07)

• The seismic impact of the NIL on college athletics (45:00)

• A paradigm-shifting lesson for analytical minds (48:09)

Drawing from his rich experiences at League One Volleyball, Allbirds, Panera Bread and PepsiCo, Mike ofers a unique perspective on blending passion, leadership and analytical prowess to drive meaningful change.

This isn't just a conversation, it's an approachable masterclass that will leave you inspired and enlightened.

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