All in 24 Minutes or less… In Season 4, Episode 30, Travis sits down with Jason Tedrow, President & CEO at InProduction. Jason spent time outside of the sports and entertainment industry before now running InProduction, which is the largest provider of temporary seating, staging, structures, tents, and scenic production. Tune in to hear how some of his early experiences have helped him with his current leadership role. 3 Hot Topics: ✅ Taking Risks ✅ Differentiate Yourself ✅ Stay Ahead of the...
Nov 29, 2023•18 min•Ep. 30
All in 24 Minutes or less… In Season 4, Episode 29, Travis sits down with Joe Stetson, Chief Commercial Officer with the New York Red Bulls. Joe has had the opportunity to work on several very fun projects and some of the biggest brands in New York. Tune in to hear what he feels like went into successful completing and activating that large of a partnership. 3 Hot Topics: ✅ Growth of the MLS ✅ Creating a Destination ✅ Keys to Retaining Top Employees www.52weeksofhustle.com Book Available - https...
Nov 22, 2023•21 min•Ep. 29
All in 24 Minutes or less… In Season 4, Episode 28, Travis sits down with Rob Sine, Chief Revenue Officer at AXS Ticketing. Rob has had success on both the team, conference, and vendor side of the sports business. Tune in to hear how he has continued to evolve with the ticketing landscape. 3 Hot Topics: ✅ Open or Closed Distribution ✅ Being Efficient and Effective ✅ Finding Mentors www.52weeksofhustle.com Book Available - https://www.amazon.com/dp/1735610801 Learn more about your ad choices. Vis...
Nov 15, 2023•23 min•Ep. 28
All in 24 Minutes or less… In Season 4, Episode 27, Travis sits down with Russ Stanley, Senior Vice President of Ticket Sales & Service for the San Francisco Giants. Russ grew up in the Bay area and his dream came true to work for the Giants. Tune in to hear how he has become a pioneer in his career in MLB. 3 Hot Topics: ✅ Characteristics of Successful People ✅ Running Parallel Paths ✅ Immerse Yourself in the Community www.52weeksofhustle.com Book Available - https://www.amazon.com/dp/173561...
Nov 08, 2023•23 min•Ep. 27
All in 24 Minutes or less… In Season 4, Episode 26, Travis sits down with Matt Nordby, Managing Director, Communications at NASCAR. Matt played collegiate baseball which led him down a career path in baseball before joining NASCAR 12 years ago. Tune in to hear how approached his transitions from job to job. 3 Hot Topics: ✅ Being Efficient and Effective ✅ Career in Communications ✅ Willing to Take a Risk www.52weeksofhustle.com Book Available - https://www.amazon.com/dp/1735610801 Learn more abou...
Nov 01, 2023•23 min•Ep. 26
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Oct 25, 2023•20 min•Ep. 25
All in 24 Minutes or less… In Season 4, Episode 24, Travis sits down with Toni Will, General Manager and Governor of the Kalamazoo Wings of the ECHL. Toni started her career in the banking industry before embarking on her sports career. Tune in to hear her how she has applied key learnings from other industries to be successful in the sports world. 3 Hot Topics: ✅ First Female Governor ✅ Selling Against Competition ✅ Key Characteristics in Successful People www.52weeksofhustle.com Book Available...
Oct 18, 2023•21 min•Ep. 24
All in 24 Minutes or less… In Season 4, Episode 23, Travis sits down with Ryan Bishara, Executive Vice President of Revenue & Strategy at LAFC of the MLS. Ryan has always focused on going above and beyond in his career. Tune in to hear his overall experience on helping build a vision for LAFC before they were even a team. 3 Hot Topics: ✅ New Builds and Renovations ✅ Being Efficient and Effective ✅ Finding Mentors Early On www.52weeksofhustle.com Book Available - https://www.amazon.com/dp/173...
Oct 11, 2023•23 min•Ep. 23
All in 24 Minutes or less… In Season 4, Episode 22, Travis sits down with Taylor Fisher, Vice President of Ticket Sales & Service with the Nashville Sounds. Taylor has spent his entire career in minor league baseball working his way into leadership. Tune in to hear what he feels like the keys to being successful in a revenue role are. 3 Hot Topics: ✅ What Pro Teams Should Implement ✅ Gaining As Much Experience as Possible ✅ Immersing Yourself in the Community www.52weeksofhustle.com Book Ava...
Oct 04, 2023•22 min•Ep. 22
All in 24 Minutes or less… In Season 4, Episode 21, Travis sits down with Maria Troje Poitras, Senior Vice President of Customer Sales & Service for the Minnesota Wild. Maria started her career with the Wild and has worked her way up within the organization. Tune in to hear what she feels like the organization does well to maintain top employees. 3 Hot Topics: ✅ Key Characteristics of Successful People ✅ Running Parallel Paths with Team Performance ✅ Immersing Yourself in the Community www.5...
Sep 27, 2023•20 min•Ep. 21
All in 24 Minutes or less… In Season 4, Episode 20, Travis sits down with Danny Passovoy, Senior Director of Ticketing and Experience at the Premier Lacrosse League. Danny joined the PLL five months before the inaugural season. Tune in to hear his advice on being innovative in process, structure, and development and how it is crucial to success. 3 Hot Topics: ✅ Competition in the Marketplace ✅ Prioritizing Tasks ✅ Finding Mentors www.52weeksofhustle.com Book Available - https://www.amazon.com/dp...
Sep 20, 2023•26 min•Ep. 20
All in 24 Minutes or less… In Season 4, Episode 19, Travis sits down with Taylor Traub, Vice President of Business Analytics at Ilitch Sports & Entertainment and the Detroit Tigers and Red Wings. Taylor started his career outside of the industry before embarking on a sports career. Tune in to hear his advice on thinking big from a pricing and product strategy standpoint. 3 Hot Topics: ✅ Enhancements in Data ✅ Understanding Consumer Behaviors ✅ Furthering Education www.52weeksofhustle.com Boo...
Sep 13, 2023•24 min•Ep. 19
All in 24 Minutes or less… In Season 4, Episode 18, Travis sits down with Jake Winowich, Vice President of Ticket Sales, Service, and Operations at the Chicago Fire. Jake spent the majority of his career working in baseball which allowed him to really understand the importance of group sales. Tune in to hear his advice on the most important aspect when identifying the right opportunity. 3 Hot Topics: ✅ Minor League Experience Transitioning to Pros ✅ Willing to Take a Risk ✅ Being Efficient and E...
Sep 06, 2023•20 min•Ep. 18
All in 24 Minutes or less… In Season 4, Episode 17, Travis sits down with Ryan Erdman, Vice President of Client Retention and Group Sales at the Carolina Hurricanes. Ryan gained early experience in the industry in minor league baseball before spending time in the MLB and now the NHL. Tune in to hear what he feels like he has done on a consistent basis to get promoted internally in each place he has been. 3 Hot Topics: ✅ Selling Regardless of Wins/Losses ✅ Employee Retention ✅ Finding Mentors www...
Aug 30, 2023•24 min•Ep. 17
All in 24 Minutes or less… In Season 4, Episode 16, Travis sits down with Andrea Pagnanelli, CEO of the National Cycling League. Andrea gained a variety of experience as she has worked in the NBA, NFL, MLS, NWSL, as well as other sports vendors. Tune in to hear her vision for the National Cycling League and what her and the team are looking to build. 3 Hot Topics: ✅ Similarities and Differences in Leagues ✅ Willing to Take a Risk ✅ Finding Mentors www.52weeksofhustle.com Book Available - https:/...
Aug 23, 2023•19 min•Ep. 16
All in 24 Minutes or less… In Season 4, Episode 15, Travis sits down with Jared Graff, Vice President of Ticketing at the Houston Dynamo and Dash. Jared gained a variety of sales experience including a long stint with the San Antonio Spurs. Tune into hear how he feels like organizations have done a great job in retaining top employees. 3 Hot Topics: ✅ Minor League Experience ✅ Willing to Take a Risk ✅ Build a Scalable and Sustainable Organization www.52weeksofhustle.com Book Available - https://...
Aug 16, 2023•18 min•Ep. 15
All in 24 Minutes or less… In Season 4, Episode 14, Travis sits down with Starr Jemison, Senior Vice President of Content Development & Private Events. Starr has made a name for herself in the special events division of our business. Tune into hear how sales skills can translate into doing anything you put your mind to. 3 Hot Topics: ✅ Being Willing to Take Risks ✅ Transition from Tickets to Events ✅ Becoming Well-Rounded www.52weeksofhustle.com Book Available - https://www.amazon.com/dp/173...
Aug 09, 2023•19 min•Ep. 14
All in 24 Minutes or less… In Season 4, Episode 13, Travis sits down with Matt Zarracina, CEO and Co-Founder of True Tickets. Matt spent 10+ years in the US Navy before embarking on a journey of mergers and acquisitions and developing a company. Tune in to hear some of his key learnings from the military and how he applied it to his every day in business. 3 Hot Topics: ✅ Being Innovative ✅ Emerging Trends in Technology ✅ Becoming an Entrepreneur www.52weeksofhustle.com Book Available - https://w...
Aug 02, 2023•24 min•Ep. 13
All in 24 Minutes or less… In Season 4, Episode 12, Travis sits down with Amanda Dennis, Vice President of Ticket Sales and Service for the Detroit Red Wings. Amanda built her career with her hometown team and then found a new home in Detroit. Tune in to hear how she was able to get out of her comfort zone and have a ton of success. 3 Hot Topics: ✅ Selling Teams Regardless of Record ✅ Difference Between Ok and Great Leaders ✅ Willing to Get Out of Comfort Zone www.52weeksofhustle.com Book Availa...
Jul 26, 2023•24 min•Ep. 12
All in 24 Minutes or less… In Season 4, Episode 11, Travis sits down with Denny Darmo, CEO and Co-Founder of Snipitz. Denny has built a career as a creator and investor in many different companies. Tune in to hear some of his key learnings on being an entrepreneur. 3 Hot Topics: ✅ Being Innovative ✅ Key Technology Trends ✅ Becoming an Entrepreneur www.52weeksofhustle.com Book Available - https://www.amazon.com/dp/1735610801 Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices...
Jul 19, 2023•17 min•Ep. 11
All in 24 Minutes or less… In Season 4, Episode 10, Travis sits down with AJ Machosky, SVP, New Sales with Playfly Sports. AJ built a great career through selling the college space and ultimately into leadership. Tune in to hear why he believes focusing on strategy and development with help you excel in your career. 3 Hot Topics: ✅ Being Efficient and Effective ✅ Acquisition Process ✅ Building Your Brand www.52weeksofhustle.com Book Available - https://www.amazon.com/dp/1735610801 Learn more abo...
Jul 12, 2023•18 min•Ep. 10
All in 24 Minutes or less… In Season 4, Episode 9, Travis sits down with Jake Hirshman, Manager, Business Solutions for the Arizona Diamondbacks. Jake loves to give back as he is a podcast host, an author, and an adjunct professor. Tune in to hear how believes going above and beyond will help lead to a successful career. 3 Hot Topics: ✅ Gaining Real Life Experience ✅ Becoming Well Rounded ✅ Furthering Education www.52weeksofhustle.com Book Available - https://www.amazon.com/dp/1735610801 Learn m...
Jul 05, 2023•26 min•Ep. 9
All in 24 Minutes or less… In Season 4, Episode 8, Travis sits down with Justin Honeysuckle, CEO and Co-Founder of TendedBar. Justin co-founded TendedBar which has launched in sports and entertainment venues across the country. Tune in to hear the challenges he has had to overcome being an entrepreneur. 3 Hot Topics: ✅ Being Innovative ✅ Key Technology Trends ✅ Becoming an Entrepreneur www.52weeksofhustle.com Book Available - https://www.amazon.com/dp/1735610801 Learn more about your ad choices....
Jun 28, 2023•24 min•Ep. 8
All in 24 Minutes or less… In Season 4, Episode 7, Travis sits down with Chris Marciani, Brand and Marketing Partnerships for The Brandr Group. Chris has worked in senior sales roles at leagues, teams, and agencies. Tune in to hear what he believes the similarities are in selling at a high level for different properties and teams. 3 Hot Topics: ✅ Sell Regardless of Performance ✅ Unique Parts of Large Deals ✅ Key Characteristics in Top Executives www.52weeksofhustle.com Book Available - https://w...
Jun 21, 2023•25 min•Ep. 7
All in 24 Minutes or less… In Season 4, Episode 6, Travis sits down with Andrew Sidney, Vice President of Ticket Sales at the Washington Commanders. Andrew has gained a ton of real-life experience as he has worked in Minor League Baseball, NBA, MLB, and NFL. Tune in to hear how he knew when the right time was to make a transition career wise. 3 Hot Topics: ✅ Minor League Sports ✅ Willing to Take a Risk ✅ Furthering Education www.52weeksofhustle.com Book Available - https://www.amazon.com/dp/1735...
Jun 14, 2023•20 min•Ep. 6
All in 24 Minutes or less… In Season 4, Episode 5, Travis sits down with Jennifer Ott; Founder, Owner, and President at Jennifer Ott Consulting. Jennifer has built a company that focuses on understanding how to speak to an audience and how to drive teams to attain excellence. Tune in to hear how she has customized her approach to each individual client including sports teams. 3 Hot Topics: ✅ Quickly Learn Businesses ✅ Unexpected Challenges of Starting a Company ✅ Work/Life Balance www.52weeksofh...
Jun 07, 2023•24 min•Ep. 5
All in 24 Minutes or less… In Season 4, Episode 4, Travis sits down with Mike Brown, Vice President of Ticket Sales & Service for the Carolina Panthers and Charlotte FC. Mike has worked in the NBA, NHL, NFL, and the MLS. Tune in to hear how he has viewed some of the risks he needed to take to further his career. 3 Hot Topics: ✅ Unique Builds ✅ Prioritizing ✅ Finding a Mentor www.52weeksofhustle.com Book Available - https://www.amazon.com/dp/1735610801 Learn more about your ad choices. Visit ...
May 31, 2023•24 min•Ep. 4
All in 24 Minutes or less… In Season 4, Episode 3, Travis sits down with Hannah Basinger, Senior Vice President, Operations at the Atlanta Braves. Hannah has spent her entire career in Major League Baseball with the Atlanta Braves and Chicago Cubs. Tune in to hear what she has done on a consistent basis to continue to get promoted. 3 Hot Topics: ✅ Street to Seat Experience ✅ Being Efficient and Effective ✅ Giving Back www.52weeksofhustle.com Book Available - https://www.amazon.com/dp/1735610801 ...
May 24, 2023•29 min•Ep. 3
All in 24 Minutes or less… In Season 4, Episode 2, Travis sits down with Kelly Hyne, SVP Brand Alliances for Orlando City SC and Orlando Pride. Kelly spent the majority of her career in the golf industry before transitioning to soccer. Tune in to hear how she continued to work her way up with the LPGA and has since taken on more responsibility in the MLS and NWSL. 3 Hot Topics: ✅ Key Characteristics of Successful People ✅ Making Immediate Impacts ✅ Selling the Value Proposition www.52weeksofhust...
May 17, 2023•19 min•Ep. 2
All in 24 Minutes or less… In Season 4, Episode 1, the first episode of this season, Travis sits down with Chris Zaber, Chief Revenue Officer with the Pittsburgh Penguins. Chris has been an executive for teams in the NBA, MLB, and NHL. Tune in to hear how many different ways that people and process will lead to a successful journey. 3 Hot Topics: ✅Selling Regardless of Other Factors ✅ Creating a Destination ✅ Value of Finding a Mentor www.52weeksofhustle.com Book Available - https://www.amazon.c...
May 10, 2023•22 min•Ep. 1
