Against The Sales Odds

This episode of Against the Sales Odds podcast features Jeff Morander , the CEO of ALSD . Jeff has vast experience and knowledge in the professional sports sales industry. From his time at Boston University to his current position as the CEO, Jeff gives valuable insight into how he has maneuvered his way through the professional sports world and how ALSD breaks down the silo of the fan experience....

This episode of Against the Sales Odds podcast is an interview with Amir Zonozi, the President and Co-Founder of Zoomph. Lance Tyson and Amir talk about the intricate details of Zoomph, their partnerships, Amir's story from college to his current professional career, and everything in between. Throughout this interview, Amir expands on Zoomph's audience, partnerships, challenges, and day-to-day ac...

Over the past five years, there has been a focus on increasing funding for businesses owned by women and BIPOC individuals. However, despite progress being made to close the funding gap, women-owned businesses in the US still only receive 7% of venture funds. Nevertheless, more companies and venture funds are being created to support underrepresented communities. In this episode, Lance interviews...

Sometimes, life will throw you a gut punch. Darleen Santore, aka  Coach Dar , has seen a fair share of calamitous situations in her 25+-year career, from major league players suffering slumps and season-ending injuries to executives floundering professionally and experiencing financial devastation. That’s on top of her own setbacks like three strokes before the age of 45 and the loss of both...

The business side of sports is as much about team building as it is in the court or field. Kristin Bernert has been on both sides of the court. Now finding herself in a top leadership position, she understands the value of effective leadership in empowering teams that make an organization great. In this conversation with Lance Tyson, she shares with us how that dynamic plays out in the Columbus Cr...

Most people approach business deals extremely carefully to steer clear of any arguments. But sometimes, there is confidence in conflict – as long as they are handled the right way. Lance Tyson sits down with Kwame Christian, President and CEO of the American Negotiation Institute , who talks about his strategies in finding opportunities even in the most serious conflicts. He explains why emotions...

Success could manifest in different ways, but at the heart of it, you can find some commonalities that catapult people to new heights. Our guest for this episode has moved around in her career, reaching higher from one transition to another. Karen Mangia, the Vice President of Customer & Market Insights with Salesforce, sits down for an insightful interview with Lance Tyson. She takes us acros...

What constitutes effective sales leadership? Lance Tyson's guest is Greg Kish , Head of Revenue at SOFI Stadium . In this interview, Greg shares several insights with us that have propelled him to the top of his game. He discusses his view on the job interview, the importance of preparation in sales, and the impact of mentorship throughout your career to create a wellspring of confidence. If you l...

In sales, you need to figure out what works, and then repeat it over and over again. That’s discipline. Joining Lance Tyson today is Michael Forde, the CSO of the Orlando Magic. Listen to this episode and you’ll hear discipline running throughout it. Michael’s sales philosophy, work ethic, and career are built on discipline. It’s how he built his sales teams, his businesses, and his career. You’ll...

How do you stay mentally healthy during stressful times? First, be present at the moment and optimize the time you have. Lance Tyson presents Scott O'Neil, the CEO of Harris Blitzer Sports Entertainment. Scott has been named the most innovative executive in sports today by SportTechie magazine. Embedded in his story, you’ll hear advice for getting to the top of your game, a 5-point plan for stayin...

If you want to build a high-performance sales team, then you need to start with the right people and then double down on professional growth. This week’s episode features Bob Sivik , the VP of Ticket Sales and Service for the Haslam Sports Group . Lance and Bob cover a lot of ground, exploring how to engage people just starting their careers, taking the calculated risk, and his architecture for cr...

Do you want to grow more and sell better? Build a relationship with yourself. Be vulnerable, honest, and humble. Lance Tyson introduces Scott McGohan, the CEO of McGohan Brabender. Scott’s story encompasses the people element of sales, but with a unique twist that would make Ben Franklin proud. Scott, by his own admission, started his journey as a destructive hero. Now, he encourages his peop...

Are you leading your sales team effectively? Our guest today is Michele Kajiwara , the SVP of Premium Seating at AEG/ Staples Center. Michele’s story starts in retail where she learned that sales is a balance between hubris and humility. Throughout her story, you’ll hear advice like: “Follow your passion.” She’ll uncover the value in those years between jobs and reveal an alternate way to land tha...

We all want to achieve our goals and be successful. We want to make a significant difference and drive change. But are we taking the steps needed towards professional growth? Lance chats with Todd Fleming , Vice President and General Manager for Legends Global Sales. Todd has taken on several high-profile roles in his career. In navigating that path, he touches on the need for flexibility and agil...

Are you managing your business just to earn money? You can’t succeed without the people you have around you, so it’s very important to keep growing, learning, and evolving while making a difference in people’s lives. Let's all listen to Mike Drake , the Senior Vice President of Global Partnerships and Premium Sales for the Atlanta Hawks. In this episode, he draws heavily on the ideals and principl...

There isn't any leader right now without a crisis. That is why crisis management is crucial. It is vital in navigating the pandemic and taking on the resulting new business landscape. In this episode, Lance Tyson sits down with  Brad Alberts , President of the Dallas Stars, to discuss crisis management and leadership. Brad addresses the mindset, skills, and attitudes salespeople and leaders w...

If you’re wondering how to compete in a way that helps you grow and build relationships, Gretchen Sheirr has the answers for you. Gretchen is the Chief Revenue Officer for the Houston Rockets who has years of competitive experience to share with you today. She talks with host Lance Tyson about how you need to break your own record rather than try to beat other people. Learning this will help...

Process-driven systems offer key advantages that can help push your business to greater heights. Systems such as these not only make identifying areas for improvement easier, they also help make formulating resolutions a snap. Lance Tyson’s guest in this episode is Matt Goodman, COO and CCO for New York City Football Club. Matt strikes on the need for a repeatable process to produce a predictable...

Sometimes a deal doesn't go your way. Maybe the terms just aren't right. When that happens, do you hold to your value? That is a fascinating question, and we will hear our guest's take on it in this episode. Lance Tyson speaks with Anthony Macri, VP of Partnership Marketing for the Memphis Grizzlies. Anthony's career has taken him all over the world, from coaching basketball in Baltimore to c...

The world has changed post-pandemic, and the way businesses work has changed along with it. What does sales leadership have to offer in this brave new world? Lance Tyson sits down with Brian Risse, VP of Public Library Sales for Cengage Learning, to discuss the ways this pandemic has altered how we do business, the importance of leadership and mentorship, and the one factor that will have the bigg...

In a market full of big names, the only way you can compete with them is to stick to your fundamentals. You're in for a treat as your host, Lance Tyson interviews longtime associate, Kerry Bubolz, President and CEO of the Las Vegas Golden Knights. In this episode, Kerry reintroduces us to Vince Lombard’s philosophy – it's all about the fundamentals! Kerry and Lance discuss a number of those fundam...

Any professional in any field is striving for professional development. But what qualities and elements can supplement your path to career growth? In today’s episode, Lance Tyson sits down with Ethan Casson, CEO of the Minnesota Timberwolves. Ethan shares a fascinating journey that includes talking himself into a $24,000 job in professional sports that previously didn’t exist. Lance shar...

You can be good at selling but if you can’t listen, you’ll never be a successful sales leader. Leadership is all about finding your weaknesses. Join your host Lance Tyson as he sits down with Ron Skotarczak, Executive Vice President of Marketing Partnerships with MSG Entertainment. As you listen to Ron reflect on his career’s evolution, you’ll gain insights into growing as a leader. Listen closely...

In sales, some people are more relationship-heavy and some are more real-value-heavy, try to be a combination of both. In today’s episode, Lance Tyson interviews Brent Schoeb, Chief Revenue officer for the San Francisco 49ers. Brent is extremely process-oriented. So in this interview, Brent provides an insightful how-to manual on creating a culture of success. Listen closely and you'll hear ideas...

Leadership is one of the end goals in any career pipeline. But what qualities and values define a leader in sales? Joining Lance Tyson is Eric Sudol, President and CEO of ProStar Energy Solutions, and Vice President of Corporate Partnerships for the Dallas Cowboys. The two discuss various career-changing ideas, including the power of delegation in leadership roles, the impact of dog...