NACDA Podcast

Original air date: August 26, 2020 This Social Justice in College Athletics Session describes the origins, aims, and impact of the Black Lives Matter movement. It provides information based on six years of survey research and examination of the tactics deployed by various Black Lives Matter groups. Finally, it discusses the societal responses to the recent protests sparked by the deaths of George...

Original air date: August 20, 2020 Sponsored content session by Appetize Technologies Appetize customers have changed their technology and operational models to provide touch-free ordering and eliminate cash handling for both employees and fans. In this session, learn how college athletics facilities are using the platform to enable frictionless ordering and fulfillment to improve guest experience...

Original air date: August 13, 2020 Sponsored content session by Bleachr Bleachr’s revolutionary new CrowdVIEW LIVE platform changes the game for sports organizations by engaging and monetizing remote fans during the pandemic and beyond. This innovative solution takes the outdated traditional broadcast model and turns it on its head with a multi-dimensional livestream platform. CrowdVIEW LIVE is no...

Original air date: August 6, 2020 Sponsored content session by Thankview The time for video is now! Join Mat Kanan, Assistant Athletics Director, Development Communications & Administration at Oregon State University, and JD Beebe, CEO and Co-Founder of ThankView, as they discuss how personalized video is the perfect method to engage donors, increase donations and improve event attendance. Thi...

Original air date: August 4, 2020 The current pandemic has brought many unprecedented challenges and hardships with it. As administrators across the country work diligently to come up with a myriad of solutions in an attempt to move forward, it is imperative that we continue to keep the student-athlete experience, health & well-being at the center of every decision. In this session moderated b...

Original air date: July 30, 2020 Session presented by Dynamic Pricing Partners How do you manage fan expectations in what is likely to be a multi-season reduced capacity situation? How do you generate revenue, for 2021 athletics events, in 2020? What do you market during times of uncertainty and a decreased budget? In this session, moderated by Jonathan Marks, CEO and Chief Ticket Officer of Dynam...

Original air date: July 28, 2020 We're diving head-first into the unique mental health challenges that college student-athletes face. John Guydon, CEO of MASTER Your Next Play ,  shares eye-opening data directly from the student-athletes themselves. It's all the things ADs should know, but were never told. In this session, walk through "MASTER Your Next Play" and the gameplan to provide lifel...

Original air date: July 22, 2020 With the recent spikes in COVID-19 cases across the country, collegiate athletics departments have been thrust into a potential reality that is undeniably challenging. As institutions and conferences across the country face difficult decisions in the days and weeks ahead as it relates to fall competition, we are reminded that no one is immune to the effects of a pa...

Original air date: July 21, 2020 Through the support of collegiate coaches across the country, the John McLendon Minority Scholarship Foundation recently announced the launch of the McLendon Minority Leadership Initiative (MLI). This coach-driven initiative will provide minorities a jump-start to their careers through practical experiences, opportunities to build their network, and instilling the...

Original air date: July 16, 2020 Join Enoch Lawrence, Capital Markets Lead, Sports & Entertainment Advisory Group at Cushman & Wakefield for a dynamic virtual session and fireside chat with Cory Perlstein, Co-Head of North American Real Estate at Sculptor Capital Management. Sculptor’s real estate strategy has total commitments of over $5.7 billion in real estate and credit strategies. Thi...

Original air date: July 14, 2020 Sports have frequently been recognized as a vehicle for bringing people together despite individual differences. As our country continues to navigate the social injustices in society, intercollegiate athletics plays an important part in the journey to educate and influence positive change through the younger generation student-athletes. While diversity and inclusio...

Original air date: July 9, 2020 Sponsored content session by 4Topps Premium Seating The fan experience and revenue creation have never been more important for venues around the country. Deron Nardo, President, and Dan Barrett, Chief Revenue Officer, at 4Topps Premium Seating share industry insights, provide real world examples of successful concepts and open your mind to seating solutions that wil...

Original air date: July 7, 2020 As athletics departments across the country navigate a return to campus and competition, the health and safety of the student-athletes is paramount in the planning process. This session explores the practices and procedures of a few departments as it relates to their commitment to the student-athletes and upholding established health standards for the safety of ever...

Original air date: June 30, 2020 Session presented by Dynamic Pricing Partners The popular saying by Peter Drucker that 'culture eats strategy for breakfast, lunch and dinner' has never been more profound as we face challenging times in college athletics. Learn how industry leaders create, develop and organically grow culture within their respective athletics department as they share hands-on pers...

Original air date: June 25, 2020 Sponsored content session by Zipwhip This session with Zipwhip is all about collegiate sports and how they are leveraging texting in today’s environment and planning for the future. You’ll learn: Why texting is important; How your institution can use texting; Key considerations when selecting a vendor for business texting, and more. Click here to view the presentat...

Original air date: June 24, 2020 We are living in the middle of a social justice movement and sports are our conduit for change. Student-athlete voices are being heard today more than ever before, but athletics administrators need to ensure that these words lead to action and move us forward. Listen and learn from panelists Maria Taylor, ESPN; Allen Greene, Auburn; China Jude, Wyoming; and NACDA P...

Original air date: June 23, 2020 Session presented by Dynamic Pricing Partners You got the job, now what? Nothing can truly prepare you for everything you will encounter in those first 100 days in the AD chair. Session panelists Whit Babcock, Director of Athletics, Virginia Tech; Brent Jones, Director of Athletics, Troy University; and Kim Pate, Director of Athletics, Lenoir-Rhyne University, &nbs...

Original air date: June 18, 2020 Drew Berst (Dimensional Innovations) and Dr. Kevin Boully (Persuasion Strategies) are back with their second round of fan sentiment survey results. They explain how fan fears have shifted from April to June 2020, and how that could potentially impact your live event planning. Click here to view the presentation slides in PDF format.

Original air date: June 17, 2020 Sponsored content session by Perkins & Will Universities and colleges are working towards a phased approach to returning to training and competition during the response to the COVID-19 virus. Perkins and Will is partnering with clients to develop a road map for a safe return that requires a multifaceted approach. This session investigates several important cons...

Original air date: June 16, 2020 Session presented by Dynamic Pricing Partners As many in the industry know, working in athletics is not a job but rather a lifestyle, and pursuing a leadership role takes deliberate planning and strategic thinking that will allow for a successful transition and career. This discussion opens dialogue around how to leverage current opportunities for future profession...

Original air date: June 2, 2020 This session provides insight into how industry leaders within student-athlete support services are navigating campus disruption and mitigating risk during the new (remote/socially distant) normal. The panelists include: Kim Durand, Senior Associate Athletics Director for Student Development, University of Washington; Magdi El Shahawy, Deputy Athletics Director, Aca...

Original air date: May 26, 2020 Session presented by Master Your Next Play In your position, you are responsible for the well-being of many others. Who is looking after you? In this session, Dr. Steven Feinleib of the Cleveland Clinic discusses how NOT to ignore ourselves and what individuals can do to keep their body, mind, spirit, and emotions at their best. Click here to view the presentation s...

Original air date: May 21, 2020 The coronavirus pandemic has altered the way collegiate athletics departments operate, and that includes the hiring process. Two recent Division I searches were completed digitally, entirely via Zoom, starting with the first round of interviews and even replacing finalist meetings on-site. In this session, Jeff Schemmel (College Sports Solutions), Dan Walters (Buffk...

Original air date: May 14, 2020 In this session, Drew Berst (Dimensional Innovations) and Dr. Kevin Boully (Persuasion Strategies) examine why independent, surveying experts are vital for determining the next steps for live events. By conducting multiple surveys over time, we can understand what fans are truly concerned about. With that baseline of information, we can be smart and thoughtful about...

Original air date: May 7, 2020 This session is designed to provide an overview of the concepts being developed by Division I Name, Image and Likeness Legislative Solutions Group The panelists include: Kevin Lennon (Vice President of Division I, NCAA); Jenn Fraser (Managing Director of Division I, NCAA); Jill Bodensteiner (Director of Athletics, Saint Joseph's University); M. Grace Calhoun (T. Gibb...