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At SportsFirst, we bring sports and technology together. Sports CTO Talks Explore sports, technology, and business with industry leaders, athletes, and innovators. Gain insights on fan engagement, emerging trends, and transformative advancements shaping the future of sports. Sports Tech API Conference Key takeaways from the Global Sports API Conference, featuring 15+ experts discussing the role of APIs in the sports industry. Sports Tech Insights Expert UI/UX analysis on enhancing digital experiences for fans. Explore case studies, design trends, and innovations in sports platforms.

  1. Jul 21

    Build Brands Beyond Logos and Social Media | Sports CTO Talks

    "We Build Brands: What That Really Means Beyond Logos & Social Media" 🎙️ Episode Overview In this episode, Adam Crosthwaite, Co-Founder & CEO of The Brand Bar, shares why successful branding goes far beyond logos, colors, and social media. From defining a clear brand purpose to creating meaningful customer experiences, Adam explains the principles that help businesses earn trust, stand out in competitive markets, and build long-term loyalty. Whether you're an entrepreneur, marketer, startup founder, or business leader, this conversation offers practical insights on brand positioning, authenticity, consistency, and creating a brand that makes a lasting impact. 🎧 Tune in to discover what "We Build Brands" truly means - and why the strongest brands are built from the inside out. Subscribe to our channel: 🌐 Website - ⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠https://www.sportsfirst.net/⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠ ⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠ 🔗 LinkedIn - ⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠https://www.linkedin.com/company/sportsfirst ⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠ 📸 Instagram - ⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠https://www.instagram.com/sportsfirst_tech/ ⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠ 🎙 Facebook - ⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠https://www.facebook.com/people/SportsFirst/61564940323952/⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠ 💻 GitHub - ⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠https://github.com/mobilefirstinc#sportsfirst⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠ 🎧 Apple Podcast - ⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠https://podcasts.apple.com/in/podcast/sports-cto-talks-sports-tech-podcast/id1886640758 ⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠ 🎵 Amazon Music - ⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠https://music.amazon.in/podcasts/2f60dc62-487a-4111-bcc0-f5d78dcf6d8b/sports-cto-talks---sports-tech-podcast⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠ #SportsCTOTalks #SportsTech #SportsAnalytics #SportsInnovation

    Build Brands Beyond Logos and Social Media | Sports CTO Talks

  2. Jul 14

    Connected Sports Ecosystems and Investment | Sports CTO Talks

    "From Fragmented Sports Markets to Connected Ecosystems - How Technology, Media and Investment Are Converging" 🎙️ Episode Overview In this episode, we welcome Christoph Rapp, Managing Director & Partner at Sports Connected, for a thoughtful conversation about how the global sports industry is becoming more connected than ever before. Christoph shares why the future of sports isn't just about better technology - it's about bringing together media, investment, data, and strategic partnerships to create stronger ecosystems. We explore how organizations can move beyond fragmented markets, embrace collaboration, and unlock new opportunities for innovation and long-term growth. Whether you're a sports executive, startup founder, investor, or simply curious about where the industry is heading, this episode offers practical insights into the forces shaping the next generation of sports business. 🎧 Tune in and discover how technology is changing the game. Subscribe to our channel: 🌐 Website - ⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠https://www.sportsfirst.net/⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠ ⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠ 🔗 LinkedIn - ⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠https://www.linkedin.com/company/sportsfirst ⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠ 📸 Instagram - ⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠https://www.instagram.com/sportsfirst_tech/ ⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠ 🎙 Facebook - ⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠https://www.facebook.com/people/SportsFirst/61564940323952/⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠ 💻 GitHub - ⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠https://github.com/mobilefirstinc#sportsfirst⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠ 🎧 Apple Podcast - ⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠https://podcasts.apple.com/in/podcast/sports-cto-talks-sports-tech-podcast/id1886640758 ⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠ 🎵 Amazon Music - ⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠https://music.amazon.in/podcasts/2f60dc62-487a-4111-bcc0-f5d78dcf6d8b/sports-cto-talks---sports-tech-podcast⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠ #SportsCTOTalks #SportsTech #SportsAnalytics #SportsInnovation

    Connected Sports Ecosystems and Investment | Sports CTO Talks

  3. Jul 7

    Sports Tech Player Data for Competitive Edge | Sports CTO Talks

    "Sports Tech in Action: How Teams Are Using Player Data to Gain a Competitive Edge" 🎙️ Episode Overview In this episode, we welcome Ben Slingerland, Head of Sales at PlayerData, for an insightful conversation on how player data is reshaping modern sports. Ben shares how teams are using performance data, GPS tracking, and athlete monitoring to make smarter coaching decisions, improve player development, reduce injury risks, and gain a competitive edge. We also discuss the growing role of sports technology, the importance of actionable insights, and how data is becoming accessible to organizations at every level of sport. Whether you're a coach, sports executive, athlete, founder, or sports tech enthusiast, this episode offers practical insights into the future of performance analytics and data-driven decision-making. 🎧 Tune in and discover how technology is changing the game. Subscribe to our channel: 🌐 Website - ⁠⁠⁠⁠https://www.sportsfirst.net/⁠⁠⁠⁠ ⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠ 🔗 LinkedIn - ⁠⁠⁠⁠https://www.linkedin.com/company/sportsfirst ⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠ 📸 Instagram - ⁠⁠⁠⁠https://www.instagram.com/sportsfirst_tech/ ⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠ 🎙 Facebook - ⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠https://www.facebook.com/people/SportsFirst/61564940323952/⁠⁠⁠⁠ 💻 GitHub - ⁠⁠⁠⁠https://github.com/mobilefirstinc#sportsfirst⁠⁠⁠⁠ 🎧 Apple Podcast - ⁠⁠⁠⁠https://podcasts.apple.com/in/podcast/sports-cto-talks-sports-tech-podcast/id1886640758 ⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠ 🎵 Amazon Music - ⁠⁠⁠⁠https://music.amazon.in/podcasts/2f60dc62-487a-4111-bcc0-f5d78dcf6d8b/sports-cto-talks---sports-tech-podcast⁠⁠⁠⁠ #SportsBusiness #PlayerData #SportsIndustry #SportsTech

    Sports Tech Player Data for Competitive Edge | Sports CTO Talks

  4. Jun 24

    Golf Market in Latin America and Mexico | Sports CTO Talks

    "Building the Golf Market from Scratch: Reimagining Access, Pricing, and Platforms in Latin America and Mexico" 🎙️ Episode Overview In this episode, we welcome Basilio Velasco Barros, Founder & CEO of gogolf, for a fascinating conversation about building the golf market across Mexico and Latin America. While golf is often seen as an established sport, Basilio recognized untapped opportunities to make the game more accessible, affordable, and connected through technology. From tackling pricing challenges to creating a seamless digital experience for players and golf courses, Basilio shares the journey of launching gogolf and growing a platform designed to remove barriers to participation. He discusses the realities of building a marketplace business, earning trust in a traditional industry, and identifying opportunities where others see limitations. We also explore the future of sports technology, consumer behavior, and how innovation can help expand participation in emerging markets. Whether you're a founder, investor, sports professional, or simply curious about marketplace businesses, this episode offers valuable insights into scaling a vision and creating impact through technology. Tune in for an inspiring discussion on entrepreneurship, innovation, and the future of golf in Latin America. Subscribe to our channel: 🌐 Website - ⁠⁠https://www.sportsfirst.net/⁠⁠ ⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠ 🔗 LinkedIn - ⁠⁠https://www.linkedin.com/company/sportsfirst ⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠ 📸 Instagram - ⁠⁠https://www.instagram.com/sportsfirst_tech/ ⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠ 🎙 Facebook - ⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠https://www.facebook.com/people/SportsFirst/61564940323952/⁠⁠ 💻 Github - ⁠⁠https://github.com/mobilefirstinc#sportsfirst⁠⁠ 🎧 Apple Podcast - ⁠⁠https://podcasts.apple.com/in/podcast/sports-cto-talks-sports-tech-podcast/id1886640758 ⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠ 🎵 Amazon Music - ⁠⁠https://music.amazon.in/podcasts/2f60dc62-487a-4111-bcc0-f5d78dcf6d8b/sports-cto-talks---sports-tech-podcast⁠⁠ #SportsBusiness #Podcast #SportsIndustry #SportsTech

    Golf Market in Latin America and Mexico | Sports CTO Talks

  5. Jun 17

    AI NIL Valuations for Athlete Careers | Sports CTO Talks

    "Revolutionizing Athlete Careers: How AI, Algorithm-Based NIL Valuations, and Data-Driven Brand Partnerships Are Empowering Athletes in the Digital Age" 🎙️ Episode Overview In this insightful conversation, Ebose Okondo, Co-Founder of Prodisphere, discusses how technology is reshaping the future of athlete careers. As the sports industry continues to evolve, athletes are gaining access to powerful tools that help them better understand their value, strengthen their personal brands, and unlock new opportunities beyond competition. Ebose shares his perspective on the growing impact of artificial intelligence, algorithm-based NIL (Name, Image, and Likeness) valuations, and data-driven brand partnerships. We explore how objective performance metrics, audience insights, and advanced analytics are helping athletes make smarter career decisions while enabling brands to identify authentic partnership opportunities. The discussion also highlights the challenges and opportunities emerging in the digital age, where data has become a key asset for athletes, teams, and organizations. From maximizing earning potential to creating long-term career sustainability, technology is playing a critical role in empowering the next generation of sports professionals. Whether you're an athlete, sports entrepreneur, investor, marketer, coach, or sports technology enthusiast, this episode offers valuable insights into the future of athlete empowerment and innovation. Tune in to discover how AI and data are revolutionizing athlete careers and redefining the sports business landscape. Subscribe to our channel: 🌐 Website - ⁠https://www.sportsfirst.net/⁠ ⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠ 🔗 LinkedIn - ⁠https://www.linkedin.com/company/sportsfirst ⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠ 📸 Instagram - ⁠https://www.instagram.com/sportsfirst_tech/ ⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠ 🎙 Facebook - ⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠https://www.facebook.com/people/SportsFirst/61564940323952/⁠ 💻 Github - ⁠https://github.com/mobilefirstinc#sportsfirst⁠ 🎧 Apple Podcast - ⁠https://podcasts.apple.com/in/podcast/sports-cto-talks-sports-tech-podcast/id1886640758 ⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠ 🎵 Amazon Music - ⁠https://music.amazon.in/podcasts/2f60dc62-487a-4111-bcc0-f5d78dcf6d8b/sports-cto-talks---sports-tech-podcast⁠ #SportsBusiness #Podcast #SportsIndustry #SportsTech

    AI NIL Valuations for Athlete Careers | Sports CTO Talks

  6. Jun 10

    Sports League Management: Building Scalable Sports IPs | Sports CTO Talks

    "Building Sports Leagues from Scratch: The Business of Creating Scalable IPs" 🎙️ Episode Overview In this episode, Sameer Pathak, President - PWR, Times Group, explores the business side of building sports leagues and creating scalable sports intellectual properties (IPs). Drawing from his extensive experience in sports, media, partnerships, and league development, Sameer shares valuable insights into what it takes to launch, grow, and sustain a sports property in today's competitive landscape. From creating a compelling vision and engaging fans to securing commercial partnerships and driving long-term value, this conversation uncovers the strategies behind successful league-building. Whether you're a sports startup founder, sports business professional, investor, marketer, or simply passionate about the future of sports, this episode offers practical lessons and real-world perspectives on building sports brands that can scale. Key topics covered: • Creating sports leagues from the ground up • Building sustainable and scalable sports IPs • Fan engagement and community development • Sponsorship and commercialization strategies • Media rights and content opportunities • The future of sports entrepreneurship and innovation Tune in for an insightful conversation packed with industry expertise, leadership lessons, and actionable takeaways from one of the leading minds in the sports business ecosystem. Subscribe to our channel: 🌐 Website - https://www.sportsfirst.net/ ⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠ 🔗 LinkedIn - https://www.linkedin.com/company/sportsfirst ⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠ 📸 Instagram - https://www.instagram.com/sportsfirst_tech/ ⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠ 🎙 Facebook - ⁠⁠⁠⁠https://www.facebook.com/people/SportsFirst/61564940323952/ 💻 Github - https://github.com/mobilefirstinc#sportsfirst 🎧 Apple Podcast - https://podcasts.apple.com/in/podcast/sports-cto-talks-sports-tech-podcast/id1886640758 ⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠ 🎵 Amazon Music - https://music.amazon.in/podcasts/2f60dc62-487a-4111-bcc0-f5d78dcf6d8b/sports-cto-talks---sports-tech-podcast #SportsBusiness #Podcast #SportsIndustry #SportsTech

    Sports League Management: Building Scalable Sports IPs | Sports CTO Talks

  7. Jun 3

    Sports Data Monetization Solutions for Fan Revenue Growth | Sports CTO Talks

    "The Hidden Revenue Layer: Why Fan Data Is the Most Undervalued Asset in Professional Sports" 🎙️ Episode Overview In this episode, we welcome Amr Elrawi, Founder & CEO of Game Changers, for an engaging conversation on how technology, data, and innovation are transforming the sports industry. Amr shares insights from his experience working with sports organizations, brands, and industry leaders across the globe. We explore the evolving role of fan engagement, the growing impact of AI in sports, and why data is becoming one of the most valuable assets for clubs, leagues, and federations. The discussion also covers sponsorship innovation, digital transformation, leadership, and the opportunities ahead for sports organizations seeking to build deeper connections with fans and unlock new commercial growth. Whether you're a sports executive, founder, investor, marketer, or simply passionate about the future of sports, this episode offers practical insights and fresh perspectives from one of the industry's leading voices. Topics Covered: • The future of fan engagement • AI and data-driven decision making • Sponsorship and commercial growth • Sports technology trends • Leadership and innovation • Building sustainable sports organizations Tune in for a thoughtful conversation on where the sports business is heading and what organizations need to do to stay ahead in a rapidly changing landscape. Subscribe to our channel: 🌐 Website - ⁠https://www.sportsfirst.net/⁠ ⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠ 🔗 LinkedIn - ⁠https://www.linkedin.com/company/sportsfirst ⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠ 📸 Instagram - ⁠https://www.instagram.com/sportsfirst_tech/ ⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠ 🎙 Facebook - ⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠https://www.facebook.com/people/SportsFirst/61564940323952/⁠ 💻 Github - ⁠https://github.com/mobilefirstinc#sportsfirst⁠ 🎧 Apple Podcast - ⁠https://podcasts.apple.com/in/podcast/sports-cto-talks-sports-tech-podcast/id1886640758 ⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠ 🎵 Amazon Music - ⁠https://music.amazon.in/podcasts/2f60dc62-487a-4111-bcc0-f5d78dcf6d8b/sports-cto-talks---sports-tech-podcast #SportsBusiness #Podcast #SportsIndustry #SportsTech

    Sports Data Monetization Solutions for Fan Revenue Growth | Sports CTO Talks

  8. May 27

    Performance Strategy for Sports Success | Sports CTO Talks

    "From Training Room to Boardroom: Why Performance Success Is a Strategy Problem, Not a Science Problem" 🎙️ Episode Overview Keith D’Amelio | Founder & CEO - Heretic Performance In this episode, Keith D’Amelio shares his perspective on what it truly takes to build high-performance environments in modern sports and leadership. As the Founder & CEO of Heretic Performance, Keith explores the balance between data, technology, decision-making, and the human side of performance that often gets overlooked. The conversation dives into athlete development, leadership culture, innovation in sports science, and how elite organizations create systems that help people consistently perform at their best. Keith also discusses why curiosity, adaptability, and communication remain essential in an increasingly tech-driven world. Whether you work in sports, business, performance, coaching, or leadership, this episode delivers valuable insights on building sustainable success and maximizing human potential. 🎧 Topics Covered: • High-performance culture • Athlete development & sports science • Leadership in elite environments • Technology & data in performance • Decision-making under pressure • Building winning systems • Human-centered performance strategies Subscribe to our channel: 🌐 Website - ⁠https://www.sportsfirst.net/⁠ ⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠ 🔗 LinkedIn - ⁠https://www.linkedin.com/company/sportsfirst ⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠ 📸 Instagram - ⁠https://www.instagram.com/sportsfirst_tech/ ⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠ 🎙 Facebook - ⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠https://www.facebook.com/people/SportsFirst/61564940323952/⁠ 💻 Github - ⁠https://github.com/mobilefirstinc#sportsfirst⁠ 🎧 Apple Podcast - ⁠https://podcasts.apple.com/in/podcast/sports-cto-talks-sports-tech-podcast/id1886640758 ⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠ 🎵 Amazon Music - ⁠https://music.amazon.in/podcasts/2f60dc62-487a-4111-bcc0-f5d78dcf6d8b/sports-cto-talks---sports-tech-podcast #SportsBusiness #Podcast #SportsIndustry #SportsTech

    Performance Strategy for Sports Success | Sports CTO Talks
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At SportsFirst, we bring sports and technology together. Sports CTO Talks Explore sports, technology, and business with industry leaders, athletes, and innovators. Gain insights on fan engagement, emerging trends, and transformative advancements shaping the future of sports. Sports Tech API Conference Key takeaways from the Global Sports API Conference, featuring 15+ experts discussing the role of APIs in the sports industry. Sports Tech Insights Expert UI/UX analysis on enhancing digital experiences for fans. Explore case studies, design trends, and innovations in sports platforms.

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