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Bruce Ratner on building the Barclays Center

comment@sportspromedia.com — Wed, 27 Jun 2012 16:13:16 GMT

The new US$1 billion arena, designed by SHoP Architects and part of a multi-billion dollar real estate development called the Atlantic Yards, is due to open on 28th September this year.

Ralph Straus on the Fifa Interactive World Cup

comment@sportspromedia.com — Thu, 31 May 2012 11:39:15 GMT

The 2012 edition of the Fifa Interactive World Cup (FIWC) saw soccer fans and gamers around the world picking up their Playstation 3 controllers to compete in what has become the world's largest online gaming tournament.

How to solve a problem like the NIA

comment@sportspromedia.com — Wed, 23 May 2012 08:49:26 GMT

Jonny Clay and his team at British Cycling have managed to import and sculpt 3,000 tonnes of limestone in Birmingham's National Indoor Arena in the seven days leading up to the UCI BMX World Championships on 24th May. He explains how and why.

Introducing the World Endurance Championship

comment@sportspromedia.com — Wed, 09 May 2012 12:43:03 GMT

In the latest instalment of Quick-Fire Questions, World Endurance Championship chief executive Gerard Neveu explains why he believes the championship has a bright future.

On the right Lines

comment@sportspromedia.com — Thu, 29 Mar 2012 11:11:21 GMT

Sports media rights expert Phil Lines joined Lagardere Unlimited as head of media for Europe and Africa in February. Here he reveals why he joined the company, recalls some of his favourite deals, and points to some key trends to look for this year.

Chris Stephenson - Kitted out for success

comment@sportspromedia.com — Mon, 26 Mar 2012 15:34:08 GMT

SportsPro catches up with Canterbury chief executive Chris Stephenson to find out what England rugby fans can expect from the Rugby Football Union's new kit supplier.

Alex Balzaretti - Olympic dreams

comment@sportspromedia.com — Fri, 09 Mar 2012 10:55:18 GMT

On 21st July 2009, Hornby became only the second company, after the Royal Mint, to agree a licensing agreement with the London organising committee for the 2012 Olympic Games. Making sure that Hornby makes the most of its three-year contract surrounding what is undoubtedly a once-in-a-lifetime event, an Olympic Games on home soil, is Hornby general manager Alex Balzaretti who insists that, having taken on a London 2012 contract, the sky's the limit for the traditional toy-maker.

Jim Andrews: The sponsorship industry is on the cusp of change

comment@sportspromedia.com — Mon, 27 Feb 2012 16:52:56 GMT

Jim Andrews is senior vice president of content strategy at sponsorship intelligence company IEG. With two decades of sponsorship experience, Andrews is responsible for the content direction of IEG's publications and trainings, including its flagship biweekly newsletter, IEG Sponsorship Report, and the IEG Webinar Series. Among his responsibilities is oversight of IEG's annual report and forecast of overall sponsorship spending and the biggest spending companies, as well as the company's surveys on industry compensation and the opinions of sponsorship decision-makers.

Ben Sturner: An education in sports

comment@sportspromedia.com — Wed, 01 Feb 2012 15:18:44 GMT

Ben Sturner is the founder and chief executive of Leverage Agency, a premier brand, sports and entertainment company based in New York that works with leagues, teams, events, stadiums, athletes, and television shows.

DHL: Delivering rugby to the world

comment@sportspromedia.com — Fri, 09 Sep 2011 13:49:59 GMT

DHL's Fred Donovan explains how DHL, the official logistics partner for the 2011 Rugby World Cup, has been working behind the scenes in preparation for the six-week long tournament for a number of weeks already.

Jim O’Toole: Plain sailing

comment@sportspromedia.com — Fri, 15 Jul 2011 13:46:14 GMT

The latest edition of Quick-Fire Questions sees the chief executive of the World Match Racing Tour, Jim O'Toole, at the helm. O'Toole provides insight into the challenges and opportunities facing the business of sailing as well as helpful advice for those looking to establish themselves within the sports business industry.

Michael Robichaud: The open patron

comment@sportspromedia.com — Thu, 14 Jul 2011 08:41:16 GMT

With the first golfers teeing off at the 2011 Open Championship at Royal St George's in Kent at 6:30am on Thursday, ahead of this year's edition of the tournament SportsPro caught up with Michael Robichaud, head of sponsorship at the Major's latest patron, Mastercard.

Bloomberg Television - Ideas in bloom

comment@sportspromedia.com — Fri, 08 Jul 2011 13:12:39 GMT

Bloomberg Television has embraced sport as it seeks to offer its viewers quality content "both at work and at rest." Lindsey Oliver, commercial director for EMEA, explains why.

Birkbeck Sport Business Centre: A lesson in the game

comment@sportspromedia.com — Fri, 01 Jul 2011 12:52:48 GMT

The Birkbeck Sport Business Centre is a specialist sports business research and consultancy centre based in the Management Department at Birkbeck, University of London that offers a range of sport management programmes. In the latest Quick-Fire Questions, SportsPro catches up with Birkbeck Sport Business Centre's Dr Geoff Walters and Sean Hamil.

Mike Lee: Storied Campaign

comment@sportspromedia.com — Fri, 24 Jun 2011 08:34:07 GMT

In five short years Vero Communications has established itself as one of the most recognisable names in the sports industry worldwide. SportsPro caught up with Mike Lee, chairman of the agency that has played a key role in Rio de Janeiro's successful bid for the 2016 Olympic Games, rugby's entry into the Olympic Sports programme and Qatar's campaign to host the 2022 Fifa World Cup.

Catherine Beloff: Holding court

comment@sportspromedia.com — Fri, 10 Jun 2011 13:09:07 GMT

DLA Piper is a global, full service law firm whose dedicated sports group is consistently ranked in the top tier of the legal directories. The division, made up of Europe's most renowned and respected sports lawyers, includes sports team associate Catherine Beloff.

Vintage Performance

comment@sportspromedia.com — Tue, 31 May 2011 14:34:12 GMT

English footballer Matthew Oakley is pursuing a second career, and the founder of Nebuchadnezzar Wines, a company now highly regarded in the wine industry, is already tasting success.

Mary Brock: Girl Power in the WNBA

comment@sportspromedia.com — Thu, 26 May 2011 12:51:05 GMT

Ahead of 'The Business of Women's Sport', a panel debate between leading female figures in sport taking place in Manchester on Friday 27th May, SportsPro caught up with panelist Mary Brock, a co-owner of the Atlanta Dream WNBA franchise. The team will be taking part in the first European WNBA game when they face the Great Britain women's team in Manchester on 29th May.

Lars-Erik Ottenvall: Making virtual money

comment@sportspromedia.com — Mon, 23 May 2011 09:43:41 GMT

Virtual worlds may have existed for years now, however, none will be like the ICYou Group's soon to be launched Interactive City - the world's first 3D world. SportsPro caught up with Lars-Erik Ottenvall, chief executive of the ICYou Group, to find out how Interactive City came to be and what it is all about.

José Carabante: Fighting back in 2011

comment@sportspromedia.com — Fri, 13 May 2011 13:34:12 GMT

Ahead of the upcoming Spanish Grand Prix in Barcelona on 22nd May, SportsPro caught up with Hispania Racing F1 Team chief executive José Carabante to get his thoughts of the Spanish Formula One team's performance both on and off the track as well as his targets for the 2011 season.