Podcast Episodes
Back to SearchLeading at Full Speed with Latasha Causey
Season 4 Episode 13
In this episode, we sit down with Latasha Causey, President of Phoenix Raceway and the first African American woman to hold that title in NASCAR hist…
2 months, 1 week ago
Beyond the Bayou: How Baton Rouge is Redefining the "Big Event" City
Season 4 Episode 12
When the final ball rolled at the 2025 USBC Open Championships, Baton Rouge didn't just celebrate a tournament; they celebrated a $125 million econom…
2 months, 2 weeks ago
The Confidence Playbook: Scaling Your Goals with Emily Jaenson
Season 4 Episode 11
Join us for a high-energy debrief with Emily Jaenson, keynote speaker and best-selling author.
Fresh off her Women’s Summit address, Emily joins the …
2 months, 3 weeks ago
When the Clock Starts: A Masterclass in VIP Security & Transportation
Season 4 Episode 10
When a high-profile motorcade enters your city, the margin for error disappears. For event planners and local officials, hosting a VIP isn’t just a l…
2 months, 4 weeks ago
How to Maximize Your Sports ETA Membership featuring Raelyn Dessart and Jordan Dillon
Season 4 Episode 9
Sports ETA is home to more than 800 member organizations
across destinations, rights holders, and industry partners—but are members fully taking advan…
3 months ago
Beyond the Endzone: The Future of Destination Partnerships
Season 4 Episode 8
Youth football is evolving, and the traditional tournament model is being left behind. In this kick-off session for the 2026 season, we outline the e…
3 months, 1 week ago
Tempe’s Playbook for Modernizing a Sports Destination
Season 4 Episode 7
In this episode, we sit down with the team from Tempe to pull back the curtain on what it actually takes to evolve a national sports tourism powerhou…
3 months, 2 weeks ago
Winning the Bid: How to Land a USA Fencing National Championship
Season 4 Episode 6
Landing a national event requires more than just a great venue—it requires a strategic partnership. This week, we sit down with USA Fencing’s Directo…
3 months, 4 weeks ago
From Local 5Ks to National Brands: The Logistics of Large-Scale Event Success
Season 4 Episode 5
What happens when you trade 22 years of high-stakes police work for the adrenaline-fueled world of professional triathlon racing?
In this episode of t…
4 months ago
More Than Just Hotel Rooms: The New Math of Sports Tourism
Season 4 Episode 4
When a city hosts a marathon or an Ironman, the spotlight usually shines on the elite finishers and the local heroes. But behind the scenes, there is…
4 months, 1 week ago