Working in Hockey – Détails, épisodes et analyse

🎙 In this episode of the Working in Hockey Podcast, Nick & Lukas sit down with Robert Zaring, Vice President of Global Marketing at CCM Hockey, one of the world’s most iconic hockey brands.Robert shares insights on what it takes to market hockey gear and culture around the world, from elite NHL stars to grassroots programs. We dig into the strategy behind CCM’s branding, partnerships, athlete marketing, product launches, and innovation in a competitive global market.💡 Topics Covered:- How CCM approaches athlete partnerships- Marketing hockey to Gen Z and global fans- Innovation in product launches and storytelling, specifically in Women's Hockey and the PWHL- What it’s like leading global campaigns- Robert’s impressive career journeyWhether you're in sports marketing, a hockey fan, or an aspiring industry pro, this episode offers a rare behind-the-scenes look at marketing on a global hockey stage.👉 Don’t forget to like, comment, follow and subscribe for more interviews from the hockey industry!🔔 Subscribe to the podcast: https://www.youtube.com/@WorkingInHockey📩 Weekly hockey jobs newsletter: https://workinginhockey.beehiiv.com/📱 Follow us on Instagram & LinkedIn: @workinginhockey

Anthony Morra, CEO of BladeTech Hockey joins Nick Bowins for this week's episode of the Working in Hockey podcast. From countless hours of research to getting NHL stars to use their blades, Anthony shares his entrepreneurial journey through building Bladetech Hockey into one of the most innovative brands in hockey equipment today!Check out Bladetech Hockey here: https://bladetechhockey.com/

This week I'm thrilled to share my conversation with Dr. Alicia Naser, a Board Certified Behavior Analyst who specializes in Behavioral Sports Psychology and works with numerous NHL players (and coaches and scouts and referees)!Dr. Naser shares her journey to becoming the 1st BCBA to work with professional athletes, what it means to be a BCBA, how she works with her clients, and of course, lots of advice for those looking to break into the sports industry!Be sure to check Dr. Naser out on social media, and keep an eye out for her new podcast Blades & Behavior releasing soon! https://doctoralicianaser.com/

You asked; we answered! Lukas Georgas joins me to go through some of your questions submitted via Instagram and email the past few weeks. Be sure to reach out with any other questions about working in hockey!

0:00 Welcoming Lukas to the program

2:57 What are the best ways to network in hockey

7:00 How to work in Hockey Operations

11:12 How to make a cover letter/resume stand out

16:32 What makes a play by play broadcaster stand out

21:10 How to use my sales experience

24:49 How to use my engineering background to work in hockey

28:10 What are the best entry level jobs in hockey

33:10 What jobs will become increasingly available in hockey

In this episode of the Working in Hockey Podcast, hosts Nick Bowins and Lukas Georgas sit down with LUG Sports co-founders, Ray Abramson and Ethan Wright, to explore how they transformed LUG into one of the biggest recreational sports + hockey networks in North America.Topics we cover:

- The origin story of LUG Sports

- Building a community-driven lifestyle hockey brand

- Growing a sports startup from hobby to big business

- Lessons in entrepreneurship, sports marketing, and scaling up

Whether you're a student athlete, aspiring entrepreneur, or hockey fanatic, this episode offers a behind-the-scenes look at what it takes to build something from scratch, and scale it.

Nick Bowins & Lukas Georgas were joined by Hilary Gorlin on this week's Working in Hockey podcast episode, discussing her career through sports, including her most recent role as Director of Corporate Communications for the Office of the CEO of the Boston Bruins in the NHL.

Hilary shares stories and advice from her journey thus far, including what it was like to be a part of the Bruins historic 2022-2023 record-setting regular season!

Lawson McDonald the Founder of The Hockey Guys and NoBad joined host Nick Bowins on this week's podcast episode to discuss all things business, building the NoBad apparel brand, starting his content journey whilst playing college hockey, and how to navigate the ever-evolving creator landscape.

Lawson has done a fabulous job of not only building communities, but also documenting and showcasing his entrepreneurial journey to inspire and assist others.You definitely don't want to miss this episode of the Working in Hockey podcast!

This week Cameron Orchard joined host Nick Bowins on the Working in Hockey Podcast to discuss his journey from playing Division 1 College Hockey and studying engineering at Western Michigan, to working in engineering and sales before landing his current role at the beloved Howies Hockey.

Not only does Cameron share some great insights into his personal career transitions, but also shares what he is looking for in candidates whilst leading Howies hiring initiatives. Grab a pen and paper; lots of tangible tips and pieces of advice throughout this convo!

In this episode of the Working in Hockey podcast, Nick Bowins and Lukas Georgas sit down with Mike Grinnell, the executive producer of Spittin' Chiclets.

Grinnelli shares his journey from a young sports media enthusiast to becoming a key player on the biggest hockey podcast and brand today. Mike discusses his dynamic and ever-evolving role at Spittin' Chiclets, the impact of media star Paul Bissonnette on the show's growth, and the evolution of the Chiclets Cup. The conversation also delves into the future of college hockey, the importance of personality in media, and valuable career advice for aspiring professionals in the sports industry.

Chapters

00:00 Introduction and Early Career Highlights

03:01 Current Role and Responsibilities at Spittin' Chiclets

06:03 Journey to Spittin' Chiclets

12:08 The Impact of Paul Bissonnette on the Podcast

14:58 Growth of Chiclets Cup and Chiclets U

21:01 The Future of College Hockey and Subsequent Job Opportunities

36:01 The Importance of Organic Personality in Hockey Media

42:45 Career Advice and Networking Tips

In this episode of the Working in Hockey podcast, Nick Bowins and Lukas Georgas interview Jacqueline Avola, the Manager of Game Presentation for the NHL's Washington Capitals.Jacqueline shares her experiences during Alexander Ovechkin's record-breaking goal chase, the intricacies of her role in game presentation, and the innovative in-arena experiences that enhance fan engagement. She discusses her career journey from an internship with the ECHL Railers to her current position, emphasizing the importance of being open-minded and adaptable in the sports industry. Jacqueline also provides valuable insights into the skills needed for success in game presentation and offers career advice for aspiring professionals in the sports field.

Chapters00:00 Introduction to Game Presentation and Ovechkin's Record02:52 The Role of Game Presentation Manager05:46 Innovative In-Arena Experiences08:59 Building a Game Day Team11:42 Career Path from ECHL to NHL14:49 Skills for Success in Game Presentation17:45 Career Advice for Aspiring Sports Professionals