Conversation with Massimo Zanetti, Founder of Segafredo Zanetti and Owner of Virtus Bologna. We discuss how he built a global coffee business from Italian roots, and why sport ownership and sponsorship are central to his strategy. The episode covers Segafredo Zanettiâs international expansion, the role of cycling and basketball in brand visibility, and the process of building Virtus Bologna into one of the most decorated basketball teams in Europe.For collaborations, or if you are an investor or builder in sports and would like to appear on the podcast, contact: edoardo@sport-businessman.comđ Visit: â sport-businessman.comâ About the Podcast:On The Sport Businessman Podcast, I speak with leading investors and operators in the business of sport, media, and entertainment. Together, we explore proven playbooks for profitability and strategies to ensure the long-term sustainability of investment and entrepreneurial projects.
Omer Atesmen, CEO of The Snow LeagueFor collaborations, or if you are an investor or builder in sports and would like to appear on the podcast, contact: edoardo@sport-businessman.comđ Visit: sport-businessman.comAbout the Podcast:On The Sport Businessman Podcast, I speak with leading investors and operators in the business of sport, media, and entertainment. Together, we explore proven playbooks for profitability and strategies to ensure the long-term sustainability of investment and entrepreneurial projects.
Mike Buckley, Co-Owner & CEO of United States SailGP TeamFor collaborations, or if you are an investor or builder in sports and would like to appear on the podcast, contact: edoardo@sport-businessman.comđ Visit: sport-businessman.comAbout the Podcast:On The Sport Businessman Podcast, I speak with leading investors and operators in the business of sport, media, and entertainment. Together, we explore proven playbooks for profitability and strategies to ensure the long-term sustainability of investment and entrepreneurial projects.
Matt Rizzetta, Founder & Managing Partner of Underdog Global PartnersFor collaborations, or if you are an investor or builder in sports and would like to appear on the podcast, contact: edoardo@sport-businessman.comđ Visit: sport-businessman.comAbout the Podcast:On The Sport Businessman Podcast, I speak with leading investors and operators in the business of sport, media, and entertainment. Together, we explore proven playbooks for profitability and strategies to ensure the long-term sustainability of investment and entrepreneurial projects.
Mark Robinson, CEO of New Zealand RugbyFor collaborations, or if you are an investor or builder in sports and would like to appear on the podcast, contact: edoardo@sport-businessman.comđ Visit: sport-businessman.comAbout the Podcast:On The Sport Businessman Podcast, I speak with leading investors and operators in the business of sport, media, and entertainment. Together, we explore proven playbooks for profitability and strategies to ensure the long-term sustainability of investment and entrepreneurial projects.
Isaac Richard III, CEO of Mavros CapitalFor collaborations, or if you are an investor or builder in sports and would like to appear on the podcast, contact: edoardo@sport-businessman.comđ Visit: sport-businessman.comAbout the Podcast:On The Sport Businessman Podcast, I speak with leading investors and operators in the business of sport, media, and entertainment. Together, we explore proven playbooks for profitability and strategies to ensure the long-term sustainability of investment and entrepreneurial projects.
Erik Stover, CEO of New York CosmosFor collaborations, or if you are an investor or builder in sports and would like to appear on the podcast, contact: edoardo@sport-businessman.comđ Visit: sport-businessman.comAbout the Podcast:On The Sport Businessman Podcast, I speak with leading investors and operators in the business of sport, media, and entertainment. Together, we explore proven playbooks for profitability and strategies to ensure the long-term sustainability of investment and entrepreneurial projects.
Matt Valentine, Chairman & Founder Atletico DallasFor collaborations, or if you are an investor or builder in sports and would like to appear on the podcast, contact: â edoardo@sport-businessman.comâ đ Visit: â sport-businessman.comâ About the Podcast:On The Sport Businessman Podcast, I speak with leading investors and operators in the business of sport, media, and entertainment. Together, we explore proven playbooks for profitability and strategies to ensure the long-term sustainability of investment and entrepreneurial projects.
Paul Rigault, CEO of DODS Diving LeagueFor collaborations, or if you are an investor or builder in sports and would like to appear on the podcast, contact: edoardo@sport-businessman.comđ Visit: sport-businessman.comAbout the Podcast:On The Sport Businessman Podcast, I speak with leading investors and operators in the business of sport, media, and entertainment. Together, we explore proven playbooks for profitability and strategies to ensure the long-term sustainability of investment and entrepreneurial projects.
Koen Bosma, Partner & Head of Venture Capital at Apex Capital
15 deals in under 4 minutes from stadium projects to billion-dollar media moves. Hereâs where investors are putting money in sports, media, and entertainment this week.
Koen Bosma, Partner & Head of Venture Capital at Apex Capital
Brett Johnson, CEO Benevolent Capital, Chairman of Rhode Island FC & Director and Shareholder of Ipswich Town FC , Phoenix Rising FC.
Brett Johnson, CEO Benevolent Capital, Chairman of Rhode Island FC & Director and Shareholder of Ipswich Town FC , Phoenix Rising FC.
Paul Beirne, Founder Canadian Premier League & Ex-Head of Commercial at Brighton & Hove Albion
Paul Beirne, Founder Canadian Premier League & Ex-Head of Commercial at Brighton & Hove Albion
Danny Dekker, Managing Director of Westchester SC and former founder of New York Dutch Lions FC, joins the podcast to share the story behind launching and growing the American club. With years of experience across European and U.S. football, Danny breaks down the operational model and long-term vision driving Westchester SC. In this episode, we explore the challenges and opportunities of building a sustainable club and how structure and strategy can shape the future of American soccer.
Danny Dekker, Managing Director of Westchester SC and former founder of New York Dutch Lions FC, joins the podcast to share the story behind launching and growing the American club. With years of experience across European and U.S. football, Danny breaks down the operational model and long-term vision driving Westchester SC. In this episode, we explore the challenges and opportunities of building a sustainable club and how structure and strategy can shape the future of American soccer.
Nella seconda parte dellâintervista con Umberto Gandini, Presidente della Lega Basket Serie A, approfondiamo il progetto Next Gen e le iniziative strategiche per valorizzare il talento giovanile in Italia. Discutiamo il ruolo della digitalizzazione, del branding dei club, e dellâimportanza della visione a lungo termine per lo sviluppo commerciale della LBA. Un confronto ricco di spunti per comprendere come innovazione e progettualitĂ possano trasformare il basket italiano in unâeccellenza europea.
Umberto Gandini, Presidente della Lega Basket Serie A ed ex dirigente di AC Milan e AS Roma, si unisce al podcast per discutere la sua carriera di oltre 30 anni nel calcio e nel basket professionistico. In questa prima parte dell'intervista, analizziamo il suo ruolo nello sviluppo commerciale di due dei club piĂš iconici dâEuropa, il potenziale del private equity nel basket italiano e come la LBA può attrarre investitori per crescere e competere a livello internazionale.