Sports Biz Rundown (1/6/2020 - 1/10/2020)
Nick Hayden
Founder of Explore ATX | Creating Linkedin content about innovation and tourism insights
Sports Biz Group wants to extend an invite to our event next Thursday (1/16/2020) if you happen to be in New York City. This event will focus on the Esports industry and is part of a series, The Athlete Platform. We strive to empower athletes and the people that work in sports & entertainment to share stores about achieving success in philanthropy, entrepreneurship, and social impact. The goal is to drive collaboration and networking across the industry.
The event on Jan 16th will be an immersive experience for our guests to dive into the Esports industry. We will have a fireside chat and various activations to truly understand the potential of the emerging esports and gaming business. We will also unveil limited edition esports inspired sneakers!
RSVP HERE
The goal of Sports Biz Rundown is to give you a very concise rundown of what happened this week in the world of sports business. Also, give you some additional resources that could give you an edge in the industry. Such as curated events, job board, podcasts, and other opportunities.
Sports Biz News
IPO, SPORTS MONEY, AND APPAREL PARTNERSHIP NEWS
Topgolf International Inc., an operator of driving ranges with a party atmosphere, has selected banks for an initial public offering that could value the company at about $4 billion, according to people familiar with the matter. (Source Bloomberg Law)
Liverpool Football Club is delighted to announce Nike, the world's leading footwear and apparel company, as its official kit supplier from the 2020-21 season. The multi-year partnership, which begins on June 1, 2020, will see Nike manufacture and supply Liverpool FC’s playing, training and travel wear. (Source Liverpool)
NFL HEAD COACH UPDATES
The #Panthers are signing new coach Matt Rhule to a 7-year, $62M contract, source said, which includes a $2.5M signing bonus. He has incentives for team goals including winning seasons, playoff wins and Super Bowls that take him far beyond $62M. (Source Ian Rapoport)
In Wednesday’s press conference introducing new Dallas Cowboys head coach Mike McCarthy, owner Jerry Jones tried to insist that the decision to hire McCarthy was based on the 56-year-old's track record in the NFL. (Source Dallas Cowboys)
SPORTS MEDIA NEWS
Two billionaire businessmen running for president will battle it out for political supremacy during the Super Bowl through pricey TV ads. President Donald Trump’s reelection campaign is investing $10 million in a spot that will air during the big game on Feb. 2, an aide to the president’s political operation confirmed to CNBC. Billionaire and former New York Mayor Mike Bloomberg will also be putting up a TV spot during the contest and it will likely be worth at least $10 million. (Source CNBC)
On the heels of a record-setting year of growth and leadership as the No. 1 U.S. digital sports property across every key metric and demographic, ESPN today announced that Instagram star and House of Highlights founder Omar Raja has joined ESPN as digital and social content commentator, a role that will encompass multi-platform talent appearances and strategic social programming. (Source ESPN)
Sports Biz Events
NFC Divisional Round - Vikings at 49ers
- Jan 11, 2020 - 4:35 PM EST
- Levi's Stadium
AFC Divisional Round - Titans at Ravens
- Jan 11, 2020 - 8:15 PM EST
- M&T Bank Stadium
AFC Divisional Round - Texans at Chiefs
- Jan 12, 2020 - 3:05 PM EST
- Arrowhead Stadium
NFC Divisional Round - Seahawks at Packers
- Jan 12, 2020 - 6:40 PM EST
- Lambeau Field
College Football National Championship - Clemson vs LSU
- Jan 13, 2020 - 8:00 PM EST
- New Orleans, LA
The Athlete Platform - Esports Event (Sports Biz Group organized)
- Jan 16, 2020 - 6:00 PM - 10:00 PM EST
- OS NYC - 50 Bowery St. New York, New York
- RSVP HERE
SuperBowl Week - Please Reach out for more information or any collaboration opportunities. Or let us know if you will be in Miami.
The Impact Brunch - Empowering Athletes in Business
- Jan 30, 2020 - 11:00 AM - 4:00 PM
Athlete x Media Summit
- Jan 30, 2020 - 9:30 AM - 4:30 PM
Tackle What's Next Summit
- Jan 30, 2020 - noon - 6pm
Bloomberg Power Players Summit
- Jan 31, 2020 - 1:30 - 6:00 PM
- More Details
Shaq's Funhouse
- Jan 31, 2020 - 9:00PM - 3:00 AM
- More Details
Bootsy on the Water w/ Post Malone
- Jan 31, 2020 - 10:00 PM - 4:00 AM
- More Details
Gronk Beach Party
- Feb 1, 2020 - 1PM - 7PM
- More Details
Maxim Havana Nights
- Feb 1, 2020 - 10PM - 4AM
Sports Illustrated Party
- Feb 1, 2020 - 10PM - 4AM
Sync and view the Sports Biz Event Calendar
Sports Biz Jobs
Influencer Marketing Intern - SeatGeek
Publicist, Digital & Social Media - Showtime Networks
Director, International Media Business Development
Brand Manager North American Sports & Entertainment
Sports Legal Assistant - CAA
Studio Editor, Shooter Role - Overtime
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