Abby Boustead, MBA

🎙️ New Episode with Dan McBride of United States Golf Association (USGA)!🏌️‍♂️ Dive into golf ticketing's future as discussed on the podcast: • Adapting marketing across cultures • Data-driven ticketing strategies • Innovative models like flex memberships • Enhancing fan experiences at major events Listen now: https://lnkd.in/gyMCN-6w #SportsMarketing #Ticketing #GolfBusiness #FanEngagement 👉 What's your take on the evolving landscape of sports ticketing? Share your thoughts below!

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🔄 The PPA Tour has introduced a new change to the serve rules, and it could have a big impact on how pickleball is played at all levels. 🏓 Whether you’re a professional or just play for fun, this update is worth knowing. #Pickleball #PPATour #RuleChange #ServeRules #PickleballPlayers #PickleForPay #SportsRegulations https://loom.ly/77ODz9s

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OUR FIRST COMPANY BLOG: THE ROAD TO MAJOR SPORTS EVENTS WITH UMBRELLA! As the excitement of the USA Basketball Quarterfinals heats up, it's a reminder of the meticulous preparation athletes undergo for such major events. At Umbrella, we’re here to support athletes in every aspect of their journey. Our first company blog dives into how our project management system can support athletes, and their management teams in their journey to greatness 🏆 #SportsManagement #Olympics2024 #TECH #BrandDeals #ProjectManagement #UmbrellaSystems #TalentManagement #Ai

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Our summer webinars cover everything from maximizing athletic department efficiency to revolutionizing digital ticketing! 🚀 Join us to learn simple strategies to take your program to the next level. 💪 📅 See all topics and register here: 👉🏻 https://lnkd.in/eXGAg6yz #AthleticDirectors #SportsManagement #WebinarSeries #BigTeams

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Our summer webinars cover everything from maximizing athletic department efficiency to revolutionizing digital ticketing! 🚀 Join us to learn simple strategies to take your program to the next level. 💪 📅 See all topics and register here: 👉🏻 https://lnkd.in/eXGAg6yz #AthleticDirectors #SportsManagement #WebinarSeries #BigTeams

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Seeking a solution to make his planning process easier, and to offer up a simpler registration process for players, Mike Perez of the Latino Golf Classic came across Event Caddy PRO and hasn’t looked back. In fact, he says, “I tell everybody about it!” When we asked him his favorite tools within the system were, he mentioned the ability to email + text message players to keep them in the loop leading up to event day. Click here to watch the full video to hear more from Mike 👉 https://loom.ly/Ztgq0GM #GolfTournament #Golf #GolfEvent #Fundraiser #FundraiserMarketing

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REPORT: Raising the Bar for Athletic Facilities -- Some of the toughest competition in sports today is happening in the area of athletic facilities. Teams at all levels are competing against streaming services for fans’ time and attention; they are competing for the best athletes and the most talented coaches. And they are demanding state-of-the-art facilities to pull it off. What’s happening at the highest tier of professional sports arenas, locker rooms, and training facilities is not being lost on college and university planners, where the stakes may be even higher. At play in collegiate athletic facilities are mandates to boost the school’s brand, attract students, increase donor support, and develop new sources of revenue. https://lnkd.in/eZa6FGZZ #HigherEducation #EducationSports #SportsFacility #TrainingRoom HOK Belmont University Stantec Atlanta Hawks TVS MANICA Architecture University of Wisconsin-Madison DLR Group Goodwyn Mills Cawood (GMC) Barton Malow Gensler

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⚽ Is Your Sports Club Missing Out on R&D Tax Credits? 💡 If your sports club is innovating—whether through new training methods, advanced sports technology, or facility improvements—you could be eligible for R&D tax credits. 🔍 Potential Areas for Eligible R&D: - Sports Science & Training: Developing new training regimes or recovery techniques to enhance athlete performance. - Facility Enhancements: Innovating in the design or construction of sports facilities, including energy-efficient solutions. - Sports Technology: Implementing or creating new technologies for performance tracking, injury prevention, or fan engagement. - Equipment Innovation: Designing or improving sports equipment to boost performance or safety. 🔧 Common R&D Challenges in Sports Clubs: - Performance Uncertainty: Testing new methods or technologies with uncertain outcomes. - Integration of Technology: Adapting advanced technology to suit the specific needs of athletes or facilities. - Cost & Budget Constraints: Innovating within the limits of a club’s budget, especially in smaller or grassroots organisations. We have successfully helped a football club with their R&D tax credit claims (more details to follow....) and are happy to assist other sports clubs with theirs 🌟 Please get in touch with Shaun Bartle or Michael Phillips for more information on how we can work together 🤝 #sports #sportsclubs #uksportsclub #uktax #innovation #taxcredits #uktaxcredits #uktaxes #researchanddevelopment #randd #money #cashflow #businessstrategy #ceo #managingdirector #cfo #financedirector #financemanager #operationsdirector

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📊 New Data Tool for Evaluating Sports Franchises The University of Michigan - Stephen M. Ross School of Business has teamed up with Arctos Sports Partners to launch the pioneering Sports Franchise Index (SFI). This innovative initiative promises to transform how we understand the performance and valuation of sports franchises. 🔍 What is the SFI? The Sports Franchise Index offers a comprehensive and transparent measure of the financial and operational health of sports franchises. Utilizing robust data analytics, the SFI aims to provide deep insights into the sports industry. 💡 Notable Findings: - Long-Term Growth: The value of North American sports assets included in the index has compounded at 13.0% per annum over the last 60+ years, outperforming the equity market by 2.5%. - Superior Risk/Return: According to several measures of risk, North American sports assets included in the index possess risk/return characteristics superior to other traditional and alternative asset classes. 📊 Latest Performance Updates (as of Q1 2024): - Quarter-to-Date Return: 4.8% - Year-to-Date Return: 28.1% - Three-Years-to-Date Return: 16.7% 🔝 Year-Over-Year Performance: - Outperforming Assets: North American sports assets have outperformed global equities (23.8%), U.S. small cap stocks (19.7%), private credit (8.8%), private equity (6.0%), commodities (1.5%), and fixed income (1.3%). - Top Performers: The U.S. media and entertainment sector (53.6%) and U.S. equities (29.9%) have outperformed North American sports assets included in the index. This collaboration highlights a significant step forward in using data-driven strategies to revolutionize the sports industry. I've dropped a link to the announcement in the comments 👇 #linkedinsports #sportsfranchise

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As the Official Player Development Partner of USA Baseball and MLB's Prospect Development Pipeline, Rapsodo's PRO 3.0 unit gets a front row seat to all the action at the MLB Combine.   PRO 3.0 collected data during the on-field pitching and hitting sessions, providing MLB clubs, scouts, and coaches with real-time analytics of the MLB prospects' performances.   We studied the data captured from over 300 prospects during the week at Chase Field and identified some names that helped their draft stocks.   Here's a look at those standout performers as well as our leaderboards for hardest hits, fastest pitches, longest home runs, and highest pitch spin rates. MLB Combine Recap: https://lnkd.in/grSF4N5q   #PlayOn #PlayWithoutLimits #MLBCombine #MLBDraft #MLB #PlayerDevelopment #dataanalytics #SportsTechnology #SportsTech #Partnerships

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Learn how the Titleist Performance Institute assessment helps identify and prevent common golf injuries, plus how physical therapists use this program to understand your swing, address muscle imbalances, and work with your golf pro for better performance. https://lnkd.in/eJxiD4si

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Are you overwhelmed with managing everything for your leagues? 🤕 📑Our FREE League Management Guide can help! Packed with insights from expert league organizers (including us and Sold Out Podcast guests), it'll help you: - Secure quality facility space ️ - Create seasons and schedules ️ - Attract, register, and retain players - Manage staff and weekly operations - Score awesome sponsorships Access the full guide here - https://lnkd.in/gJe6RqYz Share your thoughts and tips! 👇

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✨ New Blog Post ✨ 💻 Social Media for Golf Clubs: How to Compete with the Big Players In the competitive landscape of social media marketing, even small and medium-sized golf clubs can make their mark and compete with the industry’s giants. While large golf clubs may have more resources, smaller clubs can leverage their unique attributes, creativity, and a strategic approach to gain a strong online presence. Read our latest blog post on how you can compete effectively against the big players ➡️ https://lnkd.in/eqQxDRf2 🏷️ #golf #marketing #socialmedia

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Why Ages 12-14 Are Critical for Baseball Development Join us as we explore the pivotal role ages 12 to 14 play in shaping future baseball talents. Discover how travel ball experiences provide unmatched growth opportunities that local leagues may lack. Secure your future success by understanding this vital stage of athletic development! #BaseballDevelopment #TravelBall #YouthSports #AthleteGrowth #BaseballTraining #SportsEducation #FutureStars #PlayingToWin #YouthAthletics #SportsDevelopment

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