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Leaders Worth Knowing Podcast

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Formula One
Premier League
Women's Sports
World Cup
NBA
FIFA
Women's Football
Sponsorship
NFL
Australian Open
Formula 1
Olympic Games
UEFA
Football
Euro 2028
Social Media
Tiktok
Tennis
Talent Management
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The biggest names in the global business of sport sit down with Leaders Editorial Director, James Emmett, and Content Director, David Cushnan.

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Adam Silver met the press in New York on Tuesday, delivering a much-anticipated, but brief, status report on NBA Europe. James Emmett and David Cushnan, back in London, examine his comments, as the NBA's ambitious project - the talk of the industry o... more

Richard Thompson wears several hats - Chair of M&C Saatchi Sport and Entertainment and the England & Wales Cricket Board among them - but it’s his role chairing hospitality giant Levy UK & Ireland, parent of Lyvera, that’s the focus of this conversat... more

The annual Two Circles EMEA client summit took place in London this week; hundreds of the agency's partner organisations - drawn largely from across the world of sporting rights holders - convened to discuss aspects of the central theme of fandom.

T... more

Fresh off the back of a whirlwind fact-finder to New York, James Emmett returns to the studio alongside David Cushnan with his observations from the US Open.

As the tournament grows - physically and as a New York social and cultural occasion - they ... more

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Recent Guests

Richard Thompson
Chair of Levy UK & Ireland, Lyvera (Compass Group umbrella), former M&C Saatchi executive
Lyvera / Levy UK & Ireland
Episode: Pull up a Chair: Richard Thompson on delivering memorable moments for prospects and clients
Mel Chapman
Executive Director, Two Circles
Two Circles
Episode: Why Charlie XCX's Brat Summer is the perfect sports marketing template
Kyle Burkhardt
SVP of Strategy, Dallas Mavericks
Dallas Mavericks
Episode: Why Charlie XCX's Brat Summer is the perfect sports marketing template
Ruth Hooper
CMO, WSL
World Surf League
Episode: Why Charlie XCX's Brat Summer is the perfect sports marketing template
Alex Willis
Chief Digital Officer, FA
Football Association
Episode: Why Charlie XCX's Brat Summer is the perfect sports marketing template
Tom Lister
CMO, United Rugby Championship
URC
Episode: Why Charlie XCX's Brat Summer is the perfect sports marketing template
Harry Hawkins
Managing Director EMEA, Two Circles
Two Circles
Episode: Why Charlie XCX's Brat Summer is the perfect sports marketing template
Aaron Duckmanton
Chief Revenue Officer, Everton Football Club
Everton Football Club
Episode: Everton’s Aaron Duckmanton: Life as a Premier League club Chief Revenue Officer
Darren Henry
Managing Director, British Cycling Ventures
British Cycling
Episode: British Cycling Ventures' Darren Henry: Proving a new model for how governing bodies can be structured

Hosts

James Emmett
Editorial Director / Host focusing on leaders in sport business.
David Cushnan
Content Director and co-host focusing on industry analysis and insights.

Reviews

4.8 out of 5 stars from 46 ratings
  • Thoroughly Enjoyed

    I’ve been following this podcast for awhile and always look forward to new episodes

    Apple Podcasts
    5
    Ed_kernuky
    United Kingdom8 years ago
  • Good Stuff!

    I've been a delegate at three of the Leaders in Performance Summits and I'm so glad to see that they've decided to share insights in a podcast setting. I've thoroughly enjoyed the Summits and I'm pumped to listen to the podcasts. Highly recommend their organization!

    Apple Podcasts
    5
    Rob Gurden Tennis
    United States9 years ago

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Fans appreciate the guests' depth and breadth, plus coverage of major sports business moves.
Listeners describe the show as offering practical industry insights and actionable takeaways for sponsorship and marketing.
Regular listeners value the blend of global perspective and real-world deal context.

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Why Charlie XCX's Brat Summer is the perfect sports marketing template
Q: What does the SVP of Strategy do at the Dallas Mavericks?
The role encompasses data and analytics, ticket operations, business operations and corporate strategy, and international growth, all aligned to long-term vision and KPIs; the aim is to integrate these areas to support strategic decision making.
British Cycling Ventures' Darren Henry: Proving a new model for how governing bodies can be structured
Q: What do you see as next year's key achievements for British Cycling Ventures?
Continued investment in a broader events portfolio, expansion of programs like Sofa to Saddle, onboarding new commercial partners, and advancing the Grand Departure and Tour of Britain to reach bigger audiences and deeper societal engagement.
British Cycling Ventures' Darren Henry: Proving a new model for how governing bodies can be structured
Q: What advice would you offer to other national governing bodies considering this model?
Start by assessing commercial assets and IP with solid audience insights, and only proceed if there is clear potential for growth; ensure you have a structured plan aligned with the wider organization, and engage brands early to validate the commercial case before restructuring.
British Cycling Ventures' Darren Henry: Proving a new model for how governing bodies can be structured
Q: Here's a big question. What is British Cycling selling?
From a broad perspective, the organization is selling a combination of high-impact events, IP, and access to a diverse fan base. The aim is to monetize assets that resonate across a wide audience, supported by data-driven insights and strong partnerships that unlock growth for events like the Tour of Britain and initiatives such as Sofa to Saddle.
Everton’s Aaron Duckmanton: Life as a Premier League club Chief Revenue Officer
Q: Tell us a little bit about how you've gotten to the Chief Revenue Officer role and what that position entails within Everton's structure.
Aaron outlines a layered revenue remit—covering ticketing, conferences and events, retail, and international activities—while responsibility for partnerships remains with a separate Chief Partnerships Officer, enabling a two-person leadership model for major commercial areas.

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