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Motorsports Agency Spire Sports Start Their Engines In New Markets

Spire Sports & Entertainment has grown to be one of the most influential agencies in the sport of NASCAR but is looking to start their engines in the markets of music and esports. The motorsports agency has the reputation to fly under the radar and claim that their privacy gives them appeal to their sponsors, […]

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Octagon Founder And President Phil de Picciotto Inducted Into Washington Business Hall Of Fame

Octagon Founder and President, Phil de Picciotto, was recently inducted into the Washington Business Hall of Fame in the 30th annual ceremony that benefits Junior Achievement of Greater Washington. Commonly thought of as the “Academy Awards of Business” in the Washington, DC-region, the Hall of Fame recognizes and honors business leaders and entrepreneurs who have […]

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Young Champ Signs With Wasserman And Turns Pro

The 22 year old Cameron Champ stormed the golf scene when we captured the attention of the world during the 2017 U.S. Open. The Sacramento native turned heads during his first major appearance when he out drove the entire field with a staggering tournament average of 337.3 yards per drive and was just two shots […]

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Interview With Franklin Capital Strategies Founder Paul I. Franklin

The following interview is with Paul I. Franklin, Founder and Principle of Franklin Capital Strategies. Franklin Capital Strategies specializes in the protection, accumulation, and distribution of wealth to individuals, families, small businesses, entrepreneurs, and professional athletes throughout the country. This interview was conducted by Evan Thammahong, J.D. Candidate and aspiring NFL/Sports Agent. 1. How did […]

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Lagardère Sports Breaking Into Esports Media Rights

Per a press release from the company, Lagardère Sports which is a multi-national sports representation firm is partnering with esports media company to distribute media rights to a new international esports event. Lagardeère Sports announced that they have signed an exclusive worldwide deal with the leading esports company RFRSH Entertainment to represent the media rights […]

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Lagardère Sports and Entertainment Launches Lagardère Plus

Per a company press release, Lagardère Sports and Entertainment has launched a global sponsorship agency – Lagardère Plus. The agency’s mission is to “transform traditional brand sponsorships into highly inventive and impactful marketing platforms,” and it incorporates Lagardère’s existing global consulting agencies in Germany (Zachel Int.) and France (Sponsorship 360). Rebranded as Lagardère Plus, it […]

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Wasserman Inks Over Half A Billion Dollars In Deals

Per an article from SportsBusiness Journal, NBA Agents of Wasserman inked over $600 million dollars in contracts and endorsement deals for their clients this summer. In December of 2016 the NBA collective-bargaining agreement adjusted the designated player rule. This rule allows star players to sign to five-year deals valued at 35 percent of the team’s […]

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The Novo Agency Joins Forces With Rep 1 Sports

Per an article from Sports Business Journal, The Novo Agency led by Jeff Sperbeck has joined forces with Rep 1 Sports who is owned by Ryan and Bruce Tollner. Jeff Sperbeck, a veteran NFL agent began The Novo Agency in 2009. He will be joined by NFL agent Haig Abnous who was certified by the […]

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Sean Barror Making Big Impact For Excel Sports Management

Evan Thammahong is a J.D. Candidate at Thomas Jefferson School of Law in San Diego, California. He graduated from the University of Wisconsin Oshkosh with a degree in Business Marketing and an emphasis in Sales along with being a Wide Receiver for their football program for four years. With Evan’s collegiate athletic experience paired with […]

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On To The Next One: Skal Labissiere

According to the agency, Wasserman has signed Sacramento Kings forward/center and former Kentucky Wildcat, Skal Labissiere. Labissiere was formerly represented by Independent Sports & Entertainment (ISE) and agent Travis King. King and ISE signed Labissiere when he declared for the draft after just one season at the University of Kentucky. The former No. 28 pick in […]