The Next Gen Game Plan

Episode 10 - Gabby Pitera, Minnesota Timberwolves and Lynx Talent Acquisition Coordinator

On this episode of The Next Gen Game Plan, I was joined by Gabby Pitera, the Talent Acquisition Coordinator for the Minnesota Timberwolves and Lynx. We dove into a variety of industry-related topics, including external recruiting and internal development in sports, taking skills and translating them to jobs, and understanding that you are in your position for a reason. Podcast theme music by Transistor.fm [https://transistor.fm/?via=music]. Learn how to start a podcast [https://transistor.fm/how-to-start-a-podcast/?via=music] here.

Episode 9 - Kelsen Adeni, San Jose Sharks Senior Manager of Membership Services

On this episode of The Next Gen Game Plan, I was joined by Kelsen Adeni, the Senior Manager of Membership Services for the San Jose Sharks. We broke down many topics related to the sports industry, including finding value at different levels of professional sports, the importance of balancing passion with hard work and coachability, and making sporting events an experience. Podcast theme music by Transistor.fm [https://transistor.fm/?via=music]. Learn how to start a podcast [https://transistor.fm/how-to-start-a-podcast/?via=music] here.

Episode 8 - Emma Heeger, 2K Global Partnerships Manager

On this episode of The Next Gen Game Plan, I was joined by Emma Heeger, the Global Partnerships Manager for 2K. We talked through many aspects of working in sports, including the long-term benefits of building relationships, finding people you can rely on, and how the real sports world compares to the digital sports world. Podcast theme music by Transistor.fm [https://transistor.fm/?via=music]. Learn how to start a podcast [https://transistor.fm/how-to-start-a-podcast/?via=music] here.

Episode 7 - James Cameron, Arizona Diamondbacks Complex Coordinator

On this episode of The Next Gen Game Plan, I was joined by James Cameron, the Complex Coordinator for the Arizona Diamondbacks. Our conversation focused on many topics, including the importance of being a team player, being patient when working in sports, and James's experience with the Diamondbacks during their World Series run in 2023. Podcast theme music by Transistor.fm [https://transistor.fm/?via=music]. Learn how to start a podcast [https://transistor.fm/how-to-start-a-podcast/?via=music] here.

Episode 6 - Tori Hufler, International NFL Manager

On this episode of The Next Gen Game Plan, I was joined by Tori Hufler, an International Manager for multiple NFL teams. We explored several key talking points, including the importance of taking initiative, working both within and outside your comfort zone, and how different cultures approach learning sports. Podcast theme music by Transistor.fm [https://transistor.fm/?via=music]. Learn how to start a podcast [https://transistor.fm/how-to-start-a-podcast/?via=music] here.