Uploaded February 2025 | Updated September 2026, 2 hours ago
The college sports industry is evolving faster than ever, creating exciting new career opportunities and transforming traditional roles. In this episode of Taking Flight, we dive into the game changing topics shaping the future of college athletics, including:
- Name, Image, and Likeness (NIL) deals and their impact on student-athletes and sports organizations.
- The rise of the transfer portal and its influence on recruiting and team management.
- The emergence of the General Manager (GM) role in amateur sports and what it means for athletic programs.
We'll also discuss the broader implications of these changes, including how technological advancements, data analytics, and social media are reshaping the sports landscape. Whether you're a sports enthusiast, aspiring professional, student-athlete, coach, or industry insider, this episode will provide valuable insights into the lucrative and dynamic future of amateur sports.
Learn about the skills, trends, and innovations driving the demand for emerging roles in college athletics. Don't miss this in-depth look at how to navigate and thrive in the rapidly changing sports industry!
Host:
- Victoria Wasinger, Esq., Program Director, Entertainment Business & Business Intelligence Graduate Degree Programs, Full Sail University
Panelists:
- Greg Downey, Course Director, Entertainment Business - Sports Management Masters & Digital Marketing Masters, Full Sail University
- Dan LaForest, Wealth Advisor and Financial Planner with Security Financial Management, Inc.
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Located in Winter Park, Florida, Full Sail University offers academic certificates, undergraduate programs, and graduate programs designed for the world of entertainment media and emerging technologies. Full Sail’s creative approach to education provides an immersive, fast-paced, and relevant learning experience that mirrors the workflow and collaboration found throughout today’s rapidly evolving industries.
Full Sail's graduate programs are built around our real-world philosophy and feature curriculum that helps you build a portfolio, enhance your skills, and advance your career.
#fullsailuniversity #collegesports #sportsmanagement
The college sports industry is evolving faster than ever, creating exciting new career opportunities and transforming traditional roles. In this episode of Taking Flight, we dive into the game changing topics shaping the future of college athletics, including:
- Name, Image, and Likeness (NIL) deals and their impact on student-athletes and sports organizations.
- The rise of the transfer portal and its influence on recruiting and team management.
- The emergence of the General Manager (GM) role in amateur sports and what it means for athletic programs.
We'll also discuss the broader implications of these changes, including how technological advancements, data analytics, and social media are reshaping the sports landscape. Whether you're a sports enthusiast, aspiring professional, student-athlete, coach, or industry insider, this episode will provide valuable insights into the lucrative and dynamic future of amateur sports.
Learn about the skills, trends, and innovations driving the demand for emerging roles in college athletics. Don't miss this in-depth look at how to navigate and thrive in the rapidly changing sports industry!
Host:
- Victoria Wasinger, Esq., Program Director, Entertainment Business & Business Intelligence Graduate Degree Programs, Full Sail University
Panelists:
- Greg Downey, Course Director, Entertainment Business - Sports Management Masters & Digital Marketing Masters, Full Sail University
- Dan LaForest, Wealth Advisor and Financial Planner with Security Financial Management, Inc.
For more information about Full Sail University visit our site: https://www.fullsail.edu/
Subscribe to Full Sail's YouTube channel and never miss a video: youtube.com/@fullsailuniversity?sub_confirmation=1
CONNECT WITH US
Facebook - facebook.com/FullSailUniversity
Instagram - instagram.com/fullsail
Linkedin - linkedin.com/school/full-sail-university
Pinterest - pinterest.com/fullsail
Snapchat - snapchat.com/add/fullsailsnaps
TikTok - tiktok.com/@fullsail
X/Twitter - twitter.com/fullsail
Located in Winter Park, Florida, Full Sail University offers academic certificates, undergraduate programs, and graduate programs designed for the world of entertainment media and emerging technologies. Full Sail’s creative approach to education provides an immersive, fast-paced, and relevant learning experience that mirrors the workflow and collaboration found throughout today’s rapidly evolving industries.
Full Sail's graduate programs are built around our real-world philosophy and feature curriculum that helps you build a portfolio, enhance your skills, and advance your career.
#fullsailuniversity #collegesports #sportsmanagement
