Vito Forlenza, VP of Sports Entertainment at Comcast - SeventySix Capital Sports Leadership Show

On this episode of the SeventySix Capital Sports Leadership Show, Wayne Kimmel interviewed Marc Reeves, Global Head of Strategic Partnerships for Fever. Reeves is an investor and advisor across various sports properties including Leeds United, CD Leganes, Cancun FC and Blue Crow Analytics.  He was previously Head of Brand, Football, for Nike.  In this role, he was the consumer and marketplace lead for the company's business across NFL, NCAA, High School, Grassroots and Performance.  Previous to this role, Marc was GM, Nike+, responsible for the company's connected membership ecosystem including vision, brand and connecting all consumers through digital (apps, Nike.com), physical (DTC, wholesale, events) and related products (e.g. Apple Watch Nike+).  Prior to joining Nike, Marc was the NFL's first ever International Commercial Director, where he led partnerships and marketing for the league outside of the US.  He added on the responsibilities of Managing Director of NFL Canada during his tenure.  His prior experiences include various roles at IMG (now Endeavor), including Vice President, Consulting where he led the agency's global relationships with Visa, Electronic Arts, Wells Fargo, and he worked in the Athlete Management division at ProServ.  In addition, he co-founded a sports-based social gaming company, Lionside, which was acquired by Japanese mobile company, ngmoco:).  Marc is on the Board of Directors of Relo Metrics.  He is also a Board Advisor to Cloud9 esports, Sportable, Web3 Pro, Screen Skinz, a Techstars Sports Mentor and on the Advisory Board of the Tulane Sports Law Program.Marc has been a featured speaker at numerous venues including Stanford Graduate School of Business, Kellogg School of Management, University of Michigan, Tulane Law School, Leaders (UK), Sports Lawyers Association and Ivy League Sports Symposium. He has been interviewed and quoted in various media outlets including The New York Times, CNN, ESPN, Reuters, Irish Times, The Nikkei and the Sports Business Journal. Marc has been an adjunct professor of Sports Marketing at University of San Francisco. He earned a JD/MBA from Tulane University, with a specialty in Sports Law, and a BA from Kalamazoo College, where he was a member of two NCAA Division III National Championship Tennis teams.Marc Reeves:LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/in/marcjreeves/

On this episode of the SeventySix Capital Sports Leadership Show, Wayne Kimmel interviewed Carlos Silva, President of Anthem Sports & Entertainment and Venture Partner at SeventySix Capital.Silva is President of Anthem Sports Group and President of TNA Wrestling. In these positions, he oversees the growth, development, and distribution of Anthem's properties, including TNA Wrestling, Invicta Fighting Championships, and Fight Network.Silva's tenure has been marked by significant deal-making, most notably negotiating TNA's flagship programming move to AMC Networks beginning January 2026.Silva also serves as a Venture Partner at SeventySix Capital, advising teams, leagues, brands, and family offices on strategic growth and investment. Silva previously served as CEO of C360, a SeventySix Capital portfolio company specializing in immersive 360-degree video software for broadcast, digital, and government applications.A veteran sports, media, and digital executive with over 25 years of experience, Silva has previously served as CEO of the Professional Fighters League, CEO of World TeamTennis, President of MDE Sports and Entertainment, and President & COO of Universal Sports Network. Silva has built and sold companies across TV, digital, and media and has raised more than $250M for the startups he has operated.Chapters00:00 Introduction to TNA Wrestling and Nashville Event02:12 The Unique Dynamics of Wrestling Events05:03 Building Fan Engagement and TV Partnerships09:10 Leadership and Team Dynamics in Wrestling14:41 Transforming TNA Wrestling's Culture18:07 Recognizing Team Achievements and Awards21:51 Carlos Silva's Role and Fan Interaction24:08 The Blurring Lines of Sports and Entertainment25:56 Pathway to Becoming a Wrestler28:06 Evaluating Wrestler Performance and Metrics30:38 Future Plans for TNA and Anthem Sports

On this episode of the SeventySix Capital Sports Leadership Show, Wayne Kimmel interviewed Paul Rigault, CEO and Co-Founder of Døds Diving League. DØDS Diving League is a next-generation global sports property built from the ground up for digital-first audiences. Rigault brings more than 25 years of experience as an advertising and media executive, including serving as CEO of Publicis Norway.At DDL, Rigault has applied a modern, digital-first media and commercial playbook to transform a grassroots discipline into a scalable international league. In 2026, DDL will make its premier live broadcast debut on ESPN, and has been named by Fox News as one of the fastest-growing action sports in the world, with an estimated 100 million global media views in 2026.Rigault works at the intersection of sport, media, and cities, focusing on how Gen Z and Gen Alpha are reshaping sport, culture, and business. His approach moves beyond traditional “heads-in-beds” event models, emphasizing long-term value creation for host cities through cultural relevance, talent attraction, and community engagement. He is currently piloting new three-way partnership and funding models between leagues, cities, and commercial partners in 2026, designed to reduce public risk while strengthening alignment and long-term impact.Chapters:00:00 Introduction to the Døds Diving League02:37 The Evolution of Døds Diving05:40 Event Structure and Competition Format08:39 Diving Styles and Athlete Profiles11:33 The Fan Experience and Event Atmosphere14:35 Media Partnerships and Future Growth17:33 Social Media Strategy and Community Engagement20:07 Global Expansion and Future Plans23:21 Cultural Impact and Inspiration from Other Sports26:21 Closing Thoughts and Future Outlook

On this episode of the SeventySix Capital Sports Leadership Show, Wayne Kimmel interviewed Maury Gostfrand, Executive Vice President of The Montag Group.Gostfrand joined The Montag Group in January, 2018 as Partner & Executive Vice President. Prior to joining The Montag Group, Maury was the President and Founder of Vision Sports Group, a New York-based sports management and marketing agency representing primarily sports broadcasters and coaches.Gostfrand graduated from the University of Michigan in 1991 and began his career with the New York-based firm, Athletes and Artists, serving as the Director of Marketing. While at A & A, he was responsible for securing marketing opportunities for the clients, which included broadcasters, professional athletes and Olympic athletes. Gostfrand then attended University of Miami School of Law, and while in law school, worked for Impact Sports in Boca Raton, Florida, representing professional athletes, including NFL and NBA players. In 1996, he joined New York-based RLR Associates, an agency which represents sports broadcasters, where he served as an agent for nine years.Gostfrand dedicates a lot of time to charitable causes including The Joe Torre Safe At Home Foundation, where he has served as a board member since it was launched in 2002, and MVP Charity, where he has served as a board member since 2017.Gostfrand and his family reside in Chappaqua, New York.Chapters00:00 Introduction to Maury Gosfran and the Montag Group02:16 Role of an Agent in Sports Media04:52 Client Relationships and Communication13:27 Impact of NIL and Evolving Media Landscape16:31 Transitioning Athletes to Broadcasting Careers21:54 The Importance of Social Media for Talent23:29 Spotlight on Rising Stars in Broadcasting26:19 Advice for Aspiring Broadcasters28:04 Surprises in the Sports Media Industry29:48 Supporting Clients in Podcasting31:04 Reflections on Mentorship and Career Growth

On this episode of the SeventySix Capital Sports Leadership Show, Wayne Kimmel interviewed Alex Kades, a Former D1 Soccer Player and Founder of AK Footy. Alex is a former NCAA Division I soccer player at the University of Pennsylvania and a graduate of the Wharton Leadership Academy, where he completed a multi-year leadership and character development curriculum for student-athletes. Kades is the Founder of AK Footy, a private soccer training business focused on individualized technical development and high-level skill refinement for youth players, where he works full-time training athletes in one-on-one and small group.Kades has also served as an Assistant Coach with the Philadelphia Union Academy, gaining experience within one of the top youth development systems in the country and working in a high-performance professional academy environment.Prior to Penn, Kades was a four-year letterwinner and two-time captain at Harriton High School, earning recognition as a finalist for Pennsylvania Gatorade Player of the Year and 2018 Central League MVP. He was a multiple-time All-State selection and helped lead his team to a state tournament appearance. Connect with Alex Kades!LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/in/alex-kades-a991011b0/Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/akfooty_/TikTok: https://www.tiktok.com/@akadesfootball?lang=enChapters00:00 Introduction to Alex Kades00:34 The World Cup's Impact on U.S. Soccer04:49 Alex's Journey as a Coach and Content Creator12:50 The Economic Impact of the World Cup19:00 Lessons from Youth Soccer Coaching21:24 Alex's Passion for Soccer and Content Creation25:13 MLS vs. Premier League: A Comparative Analysis28:01 World Cup Predictions and Home-Field Advantage29:14 The Passion of Soccer Fans30:56 The Role of Goalkeepers in Soccer31:51 The Pressure of Penalty Kicks35:24 Technology in Soccer: VAR and Beyond

On this episode of the SeventySix Capital Sports Leadership Show, Wayne Kimmel interviewed Vito Forlenza, Vice President of Sports Entertainment at Comcast.Forlenza is Vice President of Sports Entertainment at Comcast, where he leads the development of innovative and immersive sports viewing experiences for Xfinity customers. In this role, he sets product direction, steers go-to-market strategy and drives end-to-end audience engagement for major sporting moments such as the Super Bowl, Olympics, World Cup, and other high-profile events.In recent years, Forlenza has overseen the launch of new features designed to make Xfinity the best place for live sports, including: RealTime4K, the best picture and audio quality delivered to the home in the fastest way possible; Fan View, a new all-in-one sports companion that adds scores, stats, real-time betting odds and team insights alongside the live action; and Multiview for watching multiple live games at once. Over his 22-year career at Comcast, Forlenza has held several product and strategy leadership positions, including directing the development of the Xfinity Stream app and website, and spearheading the company’s TV Everywhere initiative. Chapters00:00 Introduction to Vito Forlenza and Comcast's Role in Sports01:38 Vito's Background and Journey to Comcast05:21 Innovations in Sports Technology at Comcast10:02 Making Sports Easily Accessible for Fans14:26 Preparing for Major Events: Super Bowl and Olympics18:03 The Future of 4K Streaming and Customer Experience20:10 Introduction to 4K and Customer Education21:26 Enhancing the Viewing Experience with Multi-View25:28 Connecting with Athletes and Their Stories31:09 The Importance of Mentorship in Career Growth36:11 The Emotional Impact of Sports on Families39:11 The Future of User Experience at Comcast

On this episode of the SeventySix Capital Sports Leadership Show, Wayne Kimmel interviewed Sarah Myer, the Chief of Staff & Strategy for Indiana Sports Corp.Myer joined Indiana Sports Corp in April, 2019 and now serves as Chief of Staff & Strategy. In her role, Myer provides strategic guidance and operational leadership to support the organization in fulfilling its mission of impacting the community through sports. Myer also currently serves as the Event Co-Director of the U.S. Olympic Team Trials – Swimming event in 2024 at Lucas Oil Stadium. In addition, Myer was a producer of “Made for this Moment: An Indiana Sports Corp Story,” a documentary of the history of the sports strategy in Indianapolis and how it set up the community to host the 2021 NCAA Men’s Basketball Championship.Previously, Myer served as Chief of Marketing where she led a department responsible for the marketing, communications, and brand management for Indiana Sports Corp, its partner events (i.e. NCAA, Olympic, and Big Ten championships), and its fundraisers. In addition, Myer works to connect the ISC brand with the Indianapolis community through partnerships and ancillary events. Prior to her time at Indiana Sports Corp, Myer served as Vice President of Marketing for the Indianapolis Symphony Orchestra. In this role, Myer managed the Marketing & Communications team while overseeing all marketing campaigns promoting 200+ concerts. Ticket sales increased 66% during Myer’s tenure.A Cleveland, Ohio native, Myer graduated from Butler University in 2006 with a BA in Journalism, Public Relations and a minor in Media Arts.Myer currently serves on the boards of Leadership Indianapolis and Downtown Indy Marketing, in addition to teaching classes at numerous local YMCAs. She was awarded the 2020 United Way Community Ambassador Elevate Award and was part of the 2021 IBJ Forty Under 40 Class. She currently resides in the near eastside neighborhood of Indy and loves to explore local concerts, festivals, sporting events, restaurants, and breweries – and is always in search of the perfect soft pretzel.Sarah MyerLinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/in/sarah-myer-7065b53/Instagram:https://www.instagram.com/smyerinthecity/?hl=enChapters00:00 Introduction to Indiana Sports Corp and Sarah Meyer01:13 The Evolution of Sports in Indianapolis03:42 Innovative Events: Swimming Pool in an NFL Stadium06:14 The Unique Advantage of Indianapolis as a Sports Hub09:17 Working with Professional Leagues: NBA vs NCAA10:04 The Iconic Indianapolis 50011:45 Innovating the Sports Landscape in Indiana14:31 The Impact of Caitlin Clark on Women's Sports17:32 Sarah Meyer's Journey and Career Path22:29 A Day in the Life of Sarah Meyer25:09 Memorable Events and Their Significance26:51 The Importance of Teamwork in Event Management30:24 Leadership Lessons and Role Models

On this episode of the SeventySix Capital Sports Leadership Show, Wayne Kimmel interviewed Jeff Mostyn, the Former Chairman of AFC Bournemouth⁠. There have been few constants in AFC Bournemouth’s incredible rise to the Premier League. Aside from the sight of the inspirational performances from the team, achieving the almost impossible by reaching the Premier League in 2015, it is an almost unrecognisable club from just ten years ago. But its fairy tale success wouldn’t have been possible without the boardroom backing of former Chairman Jeff Mostyn following his purchase of the club in 2007. The club has now become one of the most progressive and admired clubs, both on and off the field within the English football pyramid. Mostyn now stands as an immensely well-respected figure not only in the English game but also on the Global stage due to his unparalleled knowledge of the Football Pyramid. He has held places on the board of the Football League and the Football Association Council and is just as influential in the local area, contributing as an ambassador to the club’s Community Sports Trust where he remains a trustee. Mostyn is also part of a small group of Football Chairman to have held the position at the same club in the top four divisions, along with Swansea City’s Huw Jenkins and Dave Whelan at Wigan Athletic. In 2011 he was elected by the 72 Football League Clubs to represent them on the FA Council working on several of the Football Association committees, including those for Disability, FA Youth and Compliance Monitoring, as well as chairing the prestigious FA Challenge Cup Committee. In 2012 Jeff was elected to the Board of Directors of the Football League. During the 2015/16 season Jeff was elected as an FA England Team Ambassador, supporting the FA and England teams overseas. Following the club’s administration in 2009, Mostyn stepped down to become Vice-Chairman of the club, before once again taking up the position of Chairman at AFC Bournemouth in September 2013, with a historic promotion to the English Premier League following less than two years later. Away from football, he is a family man and has been married to his wife Rose for 44 years and has four children. Amongst Jeff’s charitable work he supports Prostate Cancer UK and is a patron for Dorset Cancer Care Foundation, Ambassador of Julia’s House Children’s Hospice, Ambassador of Lewis-Manning Hospice Care. Jeff is a global ambassador for Football for Peace and had the honour of presenting to dignitaries at the UN General Assembly in New York in September 2019. Jeff was awarded an Honorary Doctorate by Bournemouth University in Business Administration in November 2017, in recognition of his work at AFC Bournemouth and the Community. Jeff received a Fellowship of the FA Council in 2021. Finally in 2023 The Premier League acknowledged Jeff’s contribution to the League and the wider Football Family with a personal award. The rise of AFC Bournemouth from the depths of despair in 2006 to the glorified heights of the English Premier League is one of sports greatest ever achievements. It was once described as a Hans Christian Anderson fairy story that somehow came to life. Jeff Stepped down as Chairman of the football club in December 2022, taking up a role as Ambassador for the clubs, Community Sports Trust. On the 30th October 2025, Jeff published his autobiography “The Chairman”Chapters00:00 Introduction to Jeff Mostyn and AFC Bournemouth01:35 Jeff's Journey to Bournemouth Ownership05:04 Emotional Rollercoaster of Football Ownership08:50 The Impact of Community and Relationships12:49 Writing 'The Chairman' and Contributions from Football Royalty17:57 The Journey to Premier League Promotion22:56 Building a Successful Team Culture28:05 The Future of AFC Bournemouth and Community Engagement29:20 World Cup Excitement and the Power of Football

On this episode of the SeventySix Capital Sports Leadership Show, Wayne Kimmel interviewed Scott Gilly, a Senior Partner at Elevate. Gilly most recently served as Head of Portfolio & Operations Recruiting at CPI, one of the foremost search firms focused on the private equity industry, where he led searches across deal and operating roles for leading private equity firms and their portfolio companies. An experienced entrepreneur and advisor, Gilly previously founded Pivot Management Partners, an executive search firm in the sports and entertainment space and served as an operating executive for a venture-backed startup acquired by Google. At Elevate Talent, he will drive C-suite searches focusing on the convergence of private capital investment in sports, entertainment, media and lifestyle. Gilly is based in New York, with a significant presence in the Bay Area.Scott Gilly:LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/in/scottgilly/

On this episode of the SeventySix Capital Sports Leadership Show, Wayne Kimmel interviewed CEO and Co-Founder of Overtime, Dan Porter.Porter, who graduated with a B.A. from Princeton and a masters from NYU, is the CEO and co-founder of Overtime, a sports network for the next generation of fans, generating a billion views a month and backed by VC’s like Andreessen Horowitz and Spark, and Kevin Durant and former NBA commissioner David Stern. Previously Porter was the head of digital at Endeavor. He also led and sold the gaming company OMGPOP for $200mm and ticketing company TicketWeb for $40mm. Porter was the creator of the Draw Something mobile game which was downloaded 250 million times. Earlier in his career, Porter led development for Richard Branson and the Virgin Group, worked twice in the music business, was a public school teacher, and was President of Teach For America, the national education non-profit. Today Porter teaches undergraduates at NYU and lives in Brooklyn with his wife, sons, and dogs.Dan Porter:LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/in/danporter/Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/tfadp/?hl=enX: https://x.com/tfadp?lang=enChapters: 00:00 Introduction to Overtime and Dan Porter03:26 Overtime's Growth and League Development06:28 NIL Impact on Player Empowerment09:34 Recruitment and Global Reach of Overtime12:23 Draft Success and Player Development15:30 Media Strategy and Brand Partnerships18:32 Memorable Moments and Community Engagement21:23 Dan Porter's Personal Journey and Leadership24:23 Overtime is Born27:25 Key Videos and Content Strategy30:18 Expansion into Football and Women's Sports33:38 Leadership Lessons and Closing Thoughts