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The ROAR Podcast

ROAR
Data Analytics
Artificial Intelligence
Real Estate
Playfly Sports
Prediction Markets
Kansas City Royals
Chicago Fire FC
Sports Industry
Gensler
College Sports
Chicago Sky
Partnerships
Lindustry
College Athletics
Sports Media
Media Rights
WNBA
Lendistry
Intuit Dome
Kalshi

The ROAR Podcast powered by Seregh and Northwestern University’s School of Professional Studies features dynamic sports industry leaders globally who share their unique career insights and perspectives on a wide range of topics related to the business of sports, including real estate, economics, marketing, branding, media, sponsorship, events, and public policy.

Founded in 2021 and hosted weekly ... more

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Latest Episodes

Adam Grossman sits down with George Barrios — former Chief Financial & Strategy Officer and Co-President of WWE, co-founder of ISOS Capital, board member and investor in Global Sport Group, and author of the new book Sometimes Wrong, But Never in Dou... more

The conversation covers Everett Sands' career journey, Lendistry mission, partnerships in women's sports, Lendistry's role in capital deployment, connecting women's sports and community development, using data to evaluate partnerships, supporting sma... more

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The conversation covers the rapid growth and evolution of the WNBA, the impact of this growth on the organization, the role and responsibilities of Alex Teodosi, strategic partnerships and community initiatives, changing conversations with brands, op... more

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The conversation with Craig Sloan covers his journey in sports media, the evolution of local media, the seismic changes in sports media, and Playfly's involvement in college sports multimedia rights. It delves into the impact of non-traditional sport... more

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Recent Guests

Everett Sands
Founder and CEO of Lindustry
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Episode: The ROAR Podcast: Everett Sands, Lendistry
Alex Teodosi
Vice President, Corporate, Community, and Strategic Partnerships, Chicago Sky
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Episode: The ROAR Podcast: Alex Teodosi, Chicago Sky
Jim Renne
Senior Vice President and Managing Director of AE Com's Sports Practice
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Episode: The ROAR Podcast:Jim Renne, AECOM
Chris Bevelacqua
Senior advisor at Rothschild & Co, partner at Smash Sports, independent director at PlayFly Sports
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Episode: The ROAR Podcast:Chris Bevilacqua, Smash Capital
Jordan Goldstein
co-CEO of Gensler
Gensler
Episode: The ROAR Podcast:Jordan Goldstein, Gensler
Scott Sonnenberg
Chief Commercial Officer, Los Angeles Clippers
Los Angeles Clippers
Episode: Scott Sonnenberg
Craig Sloan
CEO of PlayFly Sports
PlayFly Sports
Episode: Craig Sloan
Jamie Litoff
Executive Director of Partnership Marketing for the Chicago Bulls
Chicago Bulls
Episode: Jamie Litoff
Hannah Berregaard
Director of League Operations at Chicago Fire FC
Chicago Fire FC
Episode: Hannah Berregaard

Hosts

Caroline Valvardi
Host of the show with Seregh and Northwestern University School of Professional Studies affiliations.
Brice Clinton
Co-host with deep ties to the show; frequently referenced as host across multiple episodes.
Adam Grossman
Co-host; listed as host of the ROAR Podcast and affiliated with Northwestern University / ROAR.

Reviews

4.9 out of 5 stars from 22 ratings
  • Great podcast

    Super interesting and informative — hosts ask great questions and I really learned a lot.

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Very informative with practical takeaways for sponsorships and partnerships.
Hosts ask great questions and guide insightful conversations.
High-quality guests and candid industry perspectives.

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Talking Points

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Adam Zimmerman
Q: What are the qualities you look for when hiring or promoting people in your organizations?
Zimmerman emphasizes impact in college athletics as training, plus a blend of deep AI literacy and curiosity, asking questions, being a playmaker, and being inspired by the world to push things forward.
Adam Zimmerman
Q: From a marketing perspective, how has content evolved from 2015 to now, and how do you think about content today?
The conversation centers on starting with IP, evolving content distribution channels, and adapting to digital and AI-driven distribution, with an emphasis on monetizing IP and leveraging new mediums like digital twins and enterprise AI.
Best Of: Jason Sinnarajah
Q: How did your background outside of sports influence your approach in sports leadership?
It gave me a rational, data-driven mindset and fluency in both the buy and sell sides of business, which helped me optimize pricing, CRM, and monetization strategies while communicating effectively with non-financial leaders.
The ROAR Podcast: Everett Sands, Lendistry
Q: What has brought you the most joy in your career, particularly regarding the women's sports partnerships?
Seeing local businesses celebrated at halftime or during commercial breaks, hearing their stories, and watching the Lendistry name and logo featured in Sports Center moments that connect communities to capital and opportunity.
The ROAR Podcast: Everett Sands, Lendistry
Q: How did the partnerships with women's sports come about and what are some of the key reasons for pursuing them?
Partnerships emerged from a strategic mission to improve access to capital for underserved communities, with women's sports being a strong channel due to athlete visibility, team valuations, media deals, and the potential for impact investing aligned with a growing female investor class.

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What is The ROAR Podcast about and what kind of topics does it cover?

The series centers on the business side of sports, with deep dives into real estate-enabled district development, sponsorships, media rights, and data-driven marketing. Guests range from team executives and venue designers to private equity investors and city planners, offering practical lessons on monetizing assets, building partnerships, and leveraging analytics to accelerate growth in sports ecosystems. A notable strength is the blend of strategy and execution, often tying together stadium districts, fan experiences, and community impact with emerging technologies like AI and data analytics. The show tends to feature industry leaders who can translate complex finance, real estate, and sponsorship topics into actionable insights for teams... more

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Recent guests on The ROAR Podcast include:

1. Everett Sands
2. Alex Teodosi
3. Jim Renne
4. Chris Bevelacqua
5. Jordan Goldstein
6. Scott Sonnenberg
7. Craig Sloan
8. Jamie Litoff

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