4th Quarter Labs :: Sports + Tech + Business

What does it take to build one of the sports industry's most respected communities? In this episode of 4th Quarter Labs , host Robert Johnson sits down with Josh Barney, CEO of the SEAT Conference, for a conversation about leadership, entrepreneurship, sports technology, and the people working behind the scenes to create unforgettable fan experiences. Josh shares his journey from leading technolog...

In Episode 4 of 4th Quarter Labs , Robert Johnson sits down with Deno Anagnost, CRO of Student Athlete Score, to talk about the rapidly evolving NIL landscape, athlete brand building, and what it takes to create real value for student-athletes beyond the biggest stars in college sports. But this conversation goes well beyond sports tech. Deno opens up about leaving a 14-year career with the Tampa...

What does it take to build a category-defining company over 15 years when nobody is watching? In this episode of 4th Quarter Labs , Robert Johnson sits down with Hongwei Liu , Founder and CEO of Mappedin , to explore the journey from a university side project to one of the world's leading digital mapping platforms. Hongwei shares the unlikely story of launching Mappedin from a dorm room at the Uni...

In this in-depth interview, Gabe Smallman, CEO of FanReach, shares insights into the sports technology industry, fan engagement strategies, and leadership lessons learned from decades of experience in sports and live entertainment. Discover how FanReach is transforming fan experiences and the future of sports venues.

Episode 1 :: 4th Quarter Labs From chaotic game days to the nitty-gritty of ticket sales, it's not all glamour. Brian Moynihan, VP of Ticket Sales for the Alamo Bowl, shares his journey through the sports industry, from his early days at UT Austin to his unique experiences launching the Houston Texans. It's a blend of creativity, hard work, and a sprinkle of luck. The reality? There are tough days...

This is 4th Quarter Labs. Where performance isn’t just defined by what happens on game day. But by the discipline, mindset, and work that happens when no one’s watching. I’m Robert Johnson, and here, we talk to athletes, leaders, and everyday high-performers chasing something more. Welcome to 4th Quarter Labs.