Stories created by Laurentian University students.
I recently had the opportunity to interview SPAD alumni, Tyler Fitch. Tyler is now a Chief executive officer with Eizen Group, swell as the founder of Peak Perfection, "a boutique premium travel and tour business headquartered in the Canadian Rockies", and LeagueNav, "a human-in-the-loop sports scheduling program that is focused on modular, customized scheduling designed … Continue reading Tyler Fitch: Sacrifice and Belief
A former D-III All-American and University of Mary Washington graduate, Alex Jaksec is now a rising star in the world of tennis content creation. With over 100,000 followers, she is a leading voice in making tennis more accessible and inspiring a new generation of players. But before the viral videos and brand deals, her journey … Continue reading Serve, Volley, Viral: The Rise of Alexandra Jaksec
Ryan Kennedy’s journey through the Professional Golf Association showcases an impressive trajectory defined by dedication and passion. I was fortunate enough to sit down with him and discuss his story from starting out in golf, to getting his Sports Administration (SPAD) Degree, to now living the American dream as the Assistant Golf Professional for Cabot … Continue reading Living the American Dream: A Journey Through Ryan Kennedy’s Career in Golf
Andrea Zulich is the type of woman that every girl in SPAD aspires to be. Smart, successful, and incredibly happy. I was lucky enough to get an inside look at how she got there.
Tell me about your upbringing and what influenced your decision to study Sports Administration at Laurentian University? I was born and raised in Sudbury, so Laurentian University and the business program at Laurentian was always at the forefront of what I thought I wanted to do after high school. I knew I wanted to study … Continue reading Taking Risks and Seizing Opportunity: The Career Journey of Roberto Bagnato
Just to start, how did you get into sports and how did you realize that Sports Administration was the program you wanted to take? “I figured it out pretty quickly. My family used to have Wolves season tickets so I was around the arena basically 24/7, and my mom was the head of the fan … Continue reading An Interview with Scott Burns, Communications Officer at SWSE.
Breaking into the sports industry takes dedication, persistence, and a love for the game. Steve Dilenardi, a graduate of Laurentian University’s Sports Administration (SPAD) program, has built a 25-year career doing just that. From starting as an intern with the Chicago Fire to becoming Vice President of Ticketing and Premiums for the Vegas Golden Knights, … Continue reading From Classroom to the Castle: Steve Dilenardi’s Road to the Golden Knights
Was there a moment or time in your career when you realized that working for the NHL was the route you wanted to take post-career? Some players decide to go towards media or scouting, but what led you in a different direction? It wasn’t my original plan to join the NHL in an executive role. … Continue reading Inside The NHL’s Situation Room: A Conversation With Kris King
I had the opportunity to speak with James Vorvis, Manager of Partnerships at Cosmos Sports and Entertainment. As a graduate of Brock University's Sport Management (SPMA) program, James has built an impressive career in the sponsorship and partnership side of the sports industry. Our conversation focused on his professional journey, the evolution of partnerships in … Continue reading Building Meaningful Partnerships in Sport: An Interview with James Vorvis of Cosmos Sports & Entertainment
Breaking into the sports industry takes confidence, networking, and real-world experience – three qualities that have shaped SPAD alumni Mercedes Marlok's emerging career. As a recent graduate of the SPAD program, Mercedes now works as a Partnership Marketing Specialist with the Calgary Sports and Entertainment Corporation (CSEC), supporting their professional teams including the Calgary Flames. … Continue reading Turning Passion Into Profession: Mercedes Marlok’s Path in Sports Business
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