The Winning Edge: Multidisciplinary Skills for Tomorrow’s Workforce With Matthew Cacciato, President & CEO, Los Angeles Sports Council Episode 131

The sports industry plays a pivotal role in shaping the future workforce, offering a range of opportunities for individuals with diverse skills. Matt Cacciato, President and CEO of the LA Sports Council, works to bridge the gap between sports and business in Southern California. With over 3,500 colleges featuring sports business curricula, there’s a growing emphasis on multidisciplinary education to meet industry demands, particularly in cities like Los Angeles, which is preparing to host major global events like the FIFA World Cup and the Olympics. By fostering partnerships with educational institutions and community stakeholders, Matthew aims to cultivate an inclusive and dynamic workforce, essential for the continued success and innovation within the sports ecosystem.

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You’ll learn: 

• The role of the sports industry in preparing the future workforce.

• How Ready Set Gold promotes well-being in schools.

• How technological advancements enhance fan experiences and athlete training in the sports industry.

• Why partnerships with community stakeholders and educational institutions are crucial for developing talent in the sports industry.
  
  

About the Guest:

Before joining LA Sports Council, Matthew Cacciato served as the Executive Director for Ohio University College of Business’ AECOM Center for Sports Administration, and their renowned Master of Sports Administration graduate program. He also held the titles of Executive in Residence and Assistant Professor of Instruction. Prior to joining Ohio University, he spent 23 years in the cable sports television industry as a distribution executive for ESPN, Fox Cable Networks and the Yankees Entertainment & Sports Programming Network (YES Network).

 

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