463: Ann Kletz on the Business Boom in Women's Sports
Joe and Tom sit down with Ann Kletz, a trailblazer in women’s sports and a seasoned leader with 25 years of experience building and scaling mission-driven companies. Together, they explore the surging momentum behind professional women’s sports leagues, diving into the growing investments, expanding audiences, and the broader cultural impact. It’s a conversation about strategy, opportunity, and the future of the game.Connect: https://www.linkedin.com/in/ann-kletz-0270b73/ The CUSP Show is hosted by Joe Favorito (@Joefav) and Tom Richardson (@ConvergenceTR) and produced by Karthik Iyer (@bykarthikiyer), Freddie Walker (@freddiewalks), LJ Holmgren (@LJ_Holmgren), and Danny Hagenlocher (@DhColumbiaSPS), with social media efforts led by Pragna Prasanna, Breah Banks, and Lissa Ruiz. This is a public episode. If you would like to discuss this with other subscribers or get access to bonus episodes, visit thecuspshow.substack.com
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462: Coach Q on Consistency, Culture, and Championship Mindsets
Joe and Tom sit down with Fred Quartlebaum, Director of Basketball Operations at the University of Kansas and a key figure behind the team's National Championship success. Coach Q is recognized not only for his leadership and culture-building expertise but also for being one of the fittest coaches in college sports. In this episode, Coach Q shares powerful insights on what it truly means to lead, the daily discipline of ‘showing up’, and how consistency shapes winners, on and off the courtConnect: https://www.linkedin.com/in/fredquartlebaum/ The CUSP Show is hosted by Joe Favorito (@Joefav) and Tom Richardson (@ConvergenceTR) and produced by Karthik Iyer (@bykarthikiyer), Freddie Walker (@freddiewalks), LJ Holmgren (@LJ_Holmgren), and Danny Hagenlocher (@DhColumbiaSPS), with social media efforts led by Pragna Prasanna, Breah Banks, and Lissa Ruiz. This is a public episode. If you would like to discuss this with other subscribers or get access to bonus episodes, visit thecuspshow.substack.com
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461: Charece Williams on the business of building brands in sport
This week, Tom is joined by Charece Williams - a powerhouse in sports marketing and strategic partnerships. As the founder of Inside the Huddle and host of How the Business Is Played, Charece has built a career brokering high-impact brand deals across women’s sports and collegiate athletics. She shares her journey from student-athlete to executive roles at PepsiCo, Under Armour, and Coca-Cola, offering an insider’s view on how the business of sports is evolving. Tom and Charece delve into the rise of women’s sports, the evolving landscape of college athletics, and the expanding opportunities for athletes and brands alike. Connect: https://www.linkedin.com/in/chareceinsports/ The CUSP Show is hosted by Joe Favorito (@Joefav) and Tom Richardson (@ConvergenceTR) and produced by Karthik Iyer (@bykarthikiyer), Freddie Walker (@freddiewalks), LJ Holmgren (@LJ_Holmgren), and Danny Hagenlocher (@DhColumbiaSPS), with social media efforts led by Pragna Prasanna, Breah Banks, and Lissa Ruiz. This is a public episode. If you would like to discuss this with other subscribers or get access to bonus episodes, visit thecuspshow.substack.com
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460: How AI Is Shaping the Future of Sports Training
This week, Tom is joined by Eric Meistrich and Andre Buchanan, the duo behind Athletech - a startup revolutionizing sports training with AI. They dive into Baseball AI, their flagship product that helps athletes fine-tune their swing through advanced technical analysis.Connect: https://www.linkedin.com/in/andrekbuchanan/ https://www.linkedin.com/in/eric-meistrich-a817ba153/ The CUSP Show is hosted by Joe Favorito (@Joefav) and Tom Richardson (@ConvergenceTR) and produced by Karthik Iyer (@bykarthikiyer), Freddie Walker (@freddiewalks), LJ Holmgren (@LJ_Holmgren), and Danny Hagenlocher (@DhColumbiaSPS), with social media efforts led by Pragna Prasanna, Breah Banks, and Lissa Ruiz. This is a public episode. If you would like to discuss this with other subscribers or get access to bonus episodes, visit thecuspshow.substack.com
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459: Shripal Shah on AI, Sports Fans, and the Future
Joe and Tom sit down with Shripal Shah, Chief Digital Officer at Next League, to explore how emerging technologies are reshaping the sports industry. From AI-driven fan engagement to scalable innovation strategies, Shripal shares how top organizations are leveraging digital transformation to boost revenue and stay ahead in a rapidly evolving landscape. Whether you're in sports, tech, or just curious about where the industry is heading, this conversation is packed with insights you won't want to miss.Shripal has authored also three books: * Leveling Up with AI: A Strategic Guide to AI in Sports Marketing* The Art of Victory: Generative AI and the New Frontier of Global Sports* Unlocking Fan Loyalty: From Frequent Flyers to Fanatics in the Age of AIConnect: https://www.linkedin.com/in/shahs/ The CUSP Show is hosted by Joe Favorito (@Joefav) and Tom Richardson (@ConvergenceTR) and produced by Karthik Iyer (@bykarthikiyer), Freddie Walker (@freddiewalks), LJ Holmgren (@LJ_Holmgren), and Danny Hagenlocher (@DhColumbiaSPS), with social media efforts led by Pragna Prasanna, Breah Banks, and Lissa Ruiz. This is a public episode. If you would like to discuss this with other subscribers or get access to bonus episodes, visit thecuspshow.substack.com
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