The Andrew Haines Show

In today’s episode of The Andrew Haines Show, we sat down with Sam Fischer the Assistant GM for the Asheville Tourists, one of the oldest teams in minor league baseball. Following her graduation from Coastal Carolina in 2014 Sam started her career in sports with the Boston Red Sox and later started with the Tourists in a sales role. She has spent the last six years working her way up the organizat...

In today’s episode of The Andrew Haines Show, we sat down with Rob Keefe, the Head Football Coach of the Albany Empire. As Andrew mentions several times in the episode, Rob and the Albany Empire are the reigning champions of the Arena Football League and Rob has spent much of his career involved with arena football as a player and a coach. A die-hard football player and fan, Rob bleeds passion for...

In today’s episode of The Andrew Haines Show, we sat down with Chad Collins, the Founder and President at Legacy Search. Chad has over 22 years of experience working in professional and minor league team sports. Prior to starting Legacy Search, Chad was Director of Recruiting for Prodigy Sports where he successfully recruited and filled numerous mid to senior-level roles with NBA, NHL, NFL, MLB, M...

In today’s episode of The Andrew Haines Show, we sat down with Tony Ensor the President & General Manager of the Amarillo Sod Poodles. Tony has had an impressive career standing up and leading minor league baseball teams across the country with an expertise in running their day to day operations. His most recent role is with the Amarillo Sod Poodles as their President and General Manager. We h...

FREE AGENT FRIDAYS are interviews with front office sports  and entertainment professionals who lost their positions due to COVID-19. Be sure to check back as we will continue to add new interviews as we try to help get exposure for those looking for opportunities within sports and entertainment. #101 Free Agent Fridays | Jim Hadayia | The Andrew Haines Show Connect with Jim on Linkedin here:...

In today’s episode of The Andrew Haines Show, we sat down with Matt LeBlanc, the Director of Sponsorships for the Lancaster Barnstormers. Matt is a rising young-gun in the sports business arena and worked under Andrew during his time with the Fredericksburg Nationals. He is now the Director of Sponsorships for the Lancaster Barnstormers of the Atlantic League. We hope you enjoy :) ----- Their Webs...

In today’s episode of The Andrew Haines Show, we sat down with Tommy George, The President and Managing Partner of The Sports Advisory Group. Tommy is an extremely passionate ice hockey official and even officiated at the 2014 Winter Olympic Games in Sochi, Russia. Beyond that he and his team at The Sports Advisory Group are leading the field in sports mergers and acquisitions, specializing in min...

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In today’s episode of The Andrew Haines Show, we sat down Steve Govett who is the President of the San Diego Seals, a team in the National Lacrosse League (NLL). Steve has worked most of his professional career in lacrosse starting with the Washington Power in the 90’s and has grown with the sport having worked for the Colorado Mammoth, Kroenke Sports and Entertainment, and now as the President of...

In today’s episode of The Andrew Haines Show, we sat down with Steve Swetoha the President of The Greensboro Swarm of the NBA G League. A Robert Morris Alum, Steve has spent his career leading some of the largest, freshest franchises in sports including the Jacksonville Jaguars, Charlotte Bobcats, and the ACC. He is now the President of The Greensboro Swarm of the G League and was a treat to have...

FREE AGENT FRIDAYS are interviews with front office sports  and entertainment professionals who lost their positions due to COVID-19. Be sure to check back as we will continue to add new interviews as we try to help get exposure for those looking for opportunities within sports and entertainment. #98 Free Agent Fridays | Anaclaudia Cervantes | The Andrew Haines Show University of Central Flor...

In today’s episode of The Andrew Haines Show, we sat down with Bill Fagan, the CEO of The Aspire Group, a global brand recognized for innovative consulting, ticket sales, And partnership services based out of Atlanta Georgia. Similar to many of our other guests on the show, Bill started his career working in sales and marketing for teams like the Miami Dolphins, Phoenix Suns, and Charlotte Hornets...

In today’s episode of The Andrew Haines Show, we sat down with Mike Waddell, the President and Alternate Governor of the Allen Americans of the ECHL. Mike has worked his entire career in sports, starting as a sideline reporter, production assistant, and intern back in highschool for his local radio station. He has spent his career developing himself as an executive and helping others develop thems...

FREE AGENT FRIDAYS are interviews with front office sports  and entertainment professionals who lost their positions due to COVID-19. Be sure to check back as we will continue to add new interviews as we try to help get exposure for those looking for opportunities within sports and entertainment. #96 Free Agent Fridays | Adrian Camargo | The Andrew Haines Show The University of Texas at El Pa...

In today’s episode of The Andrew Haines Show, we sat down with Charles Reynolds, the CRO and Co-Founder at Trak Software, a sales and partnership platform for leagues and teams. Charles started his career in sports and successfully transitioned into entrepreneurship as a proven operator for his companies Tokenomix, True North Team Consulting, and Trak Software. We hope you enjoy :) -- Charles’s In...

FREE AGENT FRIDAYS are interviews with front office sports  and entertainment professionals who lost their positions due to COVID-19. #90 Free Agent Fridays | BreeOnna Springer | The Andrew Haines Show Connect with BreeOnna on Linkedin here: https://www.linkedin.com/in/breeonna-springer-08a71b100/ #91 Free Agent Fridays | Kathleen Cassino | The Andrew Haines Show Connect with Kathleen on Link...

In today’s episode of The Andrew Haines Show, we sat down with James Collins, The Senior Director of Ticket Sales & Staff Development LA Kings & AEG Sports. James worked his way through college working at Wells Fargo and after graduating he immediately jumped into a lifetime career in sports. Starting in 2004 he’s worked for several sports teams including the LA Clippers, Atlanta Hawks, Ne...

Welcome back to The Andrew Haines Show!! In today’s episode of The Andrew Haines Show, we sat down with Donald Bunney, The Owner and Design Director at Egghead Creative. Donald has been passionate about design work from the time he was 9 years old and started Egghead Creative in the fall of 2019 as a fully remote design agency before the COVID-19 pandemic had even started. Egghead is a proud spons...

#86 Free Agent Fridays | Kai Murray | The Andrew Haines Show   DePaul University - B.S., Commerce   Memphis Redbirds - Senior Director, Ticket Sales & Service (Nov 2019 - Aug 2020) Memphis 901 FC - Senior Director, Ticket Sales & Service (Nov 2019 - Aug 2020) Van Wagner Sports & Entertainment - Project Director - Audi Field (Nov 2018 - July 2019) Washington Nationals - Direct...

In today’s episode of The Andrew Haines Show, we sat down with Patrick Day the Division President of Professional Sports Catering, a food service company specializing in concessions and catering operations at minor league baseball and spring training stadiums across the country. He offered a unique perspective on the world of sports from a catering and concession perspective and was a pleasure to...

In today’s episode of The Andrew Haines Show we sat down with Mitch Ried, the Vice President of Sales and Marketing for Louisville City FC. Having worked for the Atlanta Hawks, Cleveland Cavaliers, Georgia Swarm and the Alliance of American Football, Mitch is a seasoned sports veteran and was a pleasure to have on the show today. We hope you enjoy :) -- Mitch’s Info: LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin...

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In today’s episode of The Andrew Haines Show, we sat down with Elisa Padilla, The Senior VP of Creative Strategy & Partnership Marketing at Roc Nation. Elisa is an award-winning marketer with a diverse background in sports and entertainment. Experienced in high stakes efforts with high visibility brands, she specializes in strategic marketing that directly affects the bottom line. Most recentl...

In today’s episode of The Andrew Haines Show, we sat down with Peter Billups, The Assitant General Manager of the Lynchburg Hillcats, the Advanced-A Affiliate of the Cleveland Indians. Peter has spent most of his career in and around minor league baseball and was a pleasure to have on the show today. We hope you enjoy :) -- Peter’s Info: LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/in/peterbillups/ Website:...

FREE AGENT FRIDAYS are interviews with front office sports  and entertainment professionals who lost their positions due to COVID-19. Be sure to check back as we will continue to add new interviews as we try to help get exposure for those looking for opportunities within sports and entertainment. SQWAD is the official partner for FREE AGENT FRIDAYS.  SQWAD is helping sports teams sell mo...