Leaders Worth Knowing Podcast

NFL Head of Europe and UK Brett Gosper, World Cup bid specialists John Zerafa and Nick Varley, and EDI expert Edleen John join the monthly live chat show. Monthly sports business chat show Leaders Live returns for episode 3 from IMG Studios with a big interview with the NFL and a deep dive (from 23:37) on what the FIFA World Cup - and the Olympics for that matter - could be. Gosper, the former CEO...

Live at our Black History Month pop-up event, we spoke to two trailblazers in the Black British community. Leaders in EDI is a monthly series covering news, views, comments and debates happening across the Equality, Diversity and Inclusion space. It also shines a spotlight on the progress being made and the challenges being faced in EDI across sport. In this episode, recorded live at our Black His...

Live on the Podcast stage at Leaders Week London, the future of sport (in a strict 7-minute format).  In this live recording of the Leaders Sport Business Podcast, which took place in September at the Leaders Sport Business Summit in front of a live audience, three guests present their vision on the future of sport, under the pressure of a strict 7-minute timer.   On the roster:  LaLiga Global Net...

4SE Material now has its own channel, where this episode has been reuploaded. Please search "4SE Material" wherever you get your podcasts, and subscribe for more audio-documentaries like this one. We investigate the significance of the first hip-hop ambassadorship story, and how that has contributed to the rise of the hip-hop genre and the popularity of streetwear. 4SE Material is a podcast series...

We’re first joined at IMG Studios by the CEO of New Zealand Rugby Commercial, and then by the CEO of Queensbury Promotions, Head of BT Sport Boxing and Pay Per View & IMG Media VP Michael Ridout for a Big Interview, and then a deep-dive on the worlds of boxing and MMA. Leaders Live, our monthly, topical broadcast, is back for season two – and now we’re in partnership with IMG, with a brand new...

In conversation with the woman driving Formula E’s media strategy. Welcome to The Blueprint, the podcast brought to you by Leaders and Deltatre for straightforward strategic thinking in sport. Over the course of the series, we’re hearing from the industry’s leading strategists about how they strategise: How do they build in flexibility? Inject creativity? Bring projects and partnerships to life? T...

Strategic insight from the New York Jets and the Seattle Sounders.  Welcome to The Blueprint, the podcast brought to you by Leaders and Deltatre for straightforward strategic thinking in sport.  Over the course of the series, we're hearing from the industry’s leading strategists about how they strategise – How do they build in flexibility? Inject creativity? Bring projects and partnerships to life...

The IMG Media President, The Sidemen’s Head of Content and the man leading Athlete Partnerships at TikTok join the team to explore the impact of the creator economy within the sports industry. Leaders Live, our monthly, topical broadcast, is back for season two – and now we’re in partnership with IMG, with a brand new home at IMG Studios. Leaders Live is our studio talk show on hot button issues f...

Leaders’ Editor John Portch joins host Javan Odegah in conversation with Voice’s Sports Editor, and Sky Sports’ Lisali Sitali joins Executive Director Greg Taylor on stage at Leaders Week. Leaders in EDI is a monthly series covering news, views, comments and debates happening across the Equality, Diversity and Inclusion space. We also shine a spotlight on the progress being made and the challenges...

Talking strategy with the Commercial Director of one of Europe’s most dominant sports media brands. Welcome to The Blueprint, the podcast brought to you by Leaders and Deltatre for straightforward strategic thinking in sport. Over the course of the series, we’ll hear from the industry’s leading strategists about how they strategise – How do they build in flexibility? Inject creativity? Bring proje...

We take you behind the scenes of the ‘Glastonbury of Sports Business conferences'. Leaders on the Ground takes you behind-the-scenes at our in-person events, where our team will review the action and key takeaways from the on-stage sessions. In this episode, David Cushnan and James Emmett are joined by Consultant and Co-Founder at Rational Collective Sharon Fuller to review the action from a barns...

The man leading CRM and Membership at the FA takes Leaders and Deltatre inside strategy planning and execution at the world’s oldest football association. Welcome to The Blueprint, the podcast brought to you by Leaders and Deltatre for straightforward strategic thinking in sport. Over the course of the series, we’ll hear from the industry’s leading strategists about how they strategise – How do th...

Wasserman's Web 3.0 expert demystifies the latest iteration of the world wide web and explains how we can make it diverse, inclusive and equitable. Leaders in EDI is a monthly series covering news, views, comments and debates happening across the Equality, Diversity and Inclusion space. It also shines a spotlight on the progress being made and the challenges being faced in EDI across sport. Mary P...

The woman leading the London Legacy Development Corporation reveals how, 10 years following the London 2012 Olympic Games, she’s delivering on one of the Games’ most important bids. This is Leaders and How They Lead, the podcast series that looks at what it means to be a leader in the sports industry. We’ve been exploring a range of perspectives over the course of this series; going deep with lead...

4SE Material now has its own channel, where this episode has been reuploaded. Please search "4SE Material" wherever you get your podcasts, and subscribe for more audio-documentaries like this one. We investigate the significance of those who fill the coveted front row seats and the impact this has on fan experience and broadening reach.    4SE Material is a podcast series in which we explore some...

Al Guido reveals how he developed the leadership skills to balance his roles as CEO of a growing industry giant and President of the San Francisco 49ers. This is Leaders and How They Lead, the podcast series that looks at what it means to be a leader in the sports industry. We’ve been exploring a range of perspectives over the course of this series; going deep with leaders of teams, agencies, gove...

Adam Fraser reflects on his professional journey from journalist to CEO of a global charitable foundation.  This is Leaders and How They Lead, the podcast series that looks at what it means to be a leader in the sports industry.  We’ve been exploring a range of perspectives over the course of this series; going deep with leaders of teams, agencies, governing bodies, venues, and charities – very di...

The CEO of the Bristol Rovers Football Club reflects on his impressive ten year career as a young leader in the sports business world. Welcome to Leaders and How they Lead, the podcast series that looks at what it means to be a leader in the sports industry. We’re taking a range of perspectives over the course of this series; going deep with leaders of teams, agencies, governing bodies, venues, an...

4SE Material now has its own channel, where this episode has been reuploaded. Please search "4SE Material" wherever you get your podcasts, and subscribe for more audio-documentaries like this one.  We investigate the boom in popularity of the game and pinpoint when it became a phenomenon. 4SE Material is a new podcast series in which we explore some of the many stories at the intersection of four...

Former CEO of England Netball and UK Athletics talks the highs and lows of leadership, and the weight of responsibility that comes with the role. Welcome to Leaders and How they Lead, the podcast series that looks at what it means to be a leader in the sports industry. We’re going to be taking a range of perspectives over the next six weeks; going deep with leaders of teams, agencies, governing bo...

In conversation with DAZN Group’s Head of Diversity, Equity and Inclusion. Leaders in Equality, Diversity & Inclusion (EDI) is a monthly series covering news, views, comments and debates happening across the equality, diversity and inclusion space. It also shines a spotlight on the progress being made and the challenges being faced in EDI across sport.  Beginning at 20:27, this episode include...

IMG Media President Adam Kelly talks tough conversations and restoring the reputation of a sports industry powerhouse. Welcome to Leaders and how they lead, the podcast series that looks at what it means to be a leader in the sports industry. We’re going to be taking a range of perspectives over the next six weeks; going deep with leaders of teams, agencies, governing bodies, venues, and charities...

To mark the UEFA Women’s Euros 2022, we sat down with two leaders making a difference in the women’s sport space.  Leaders in EDI is a monthly series covering news, views, comments and debates happening across the Equality, Diversity and Inclusion space. It also shines a spotlight on the progress being made and the challenges being faced in EDI across sport.  For our ‘ Women’s Euros’ special, Lead...

Management Futures’ Diversity Specialist Toby Sawyer leads a panel of experts at our Pride Pop-up event. Leaders in EDI is a monthly series covering news, views, comments and debates happening across the Equality, Diversity and Inclusion space. It also shines a spotlight on the progress being made and the challenges being faced in EDI across sport. This month’s episode, recorded live at our Pride...

The Leaders Broadcast Disruptors Audio Bulletin is our regular podcast to discuss, debate, and explore the latest developments in sports content production, distribution and monetisation. This time, Leaders Editor-at-Large, James Emmett, and Head of Content, David Cushnan reflect on this week’s monumental Indian Premier League rights deal, Major League Soccer’s new partnership with Apple+ and cons...