Play Ball: Teams, Economics and the Fan Experience with Dr. Bob Froelich

There’s a unique equation that measures the success of our favorite sports teams and the legacy they create and continue to rewrite.

In this episode of the Executives’ Exchange, Executives’ Club President & CEO Dorri McWhorter is joined by Friend of the Club and Annual Economic & Market Outlook fixture Dr. Bob Froelich. Dorri and Dr. Bob explore the evolving landscape of success for sports teams and stadiums. We discuss how teams compete for fans in major sports markets and examine the business dynamics that shape the modern sports industry. At a time when everything is vying for attention, we look at how sports organizations build and sustain fan bases for both legacy supporters and new generations of fans.

They also examine the economic realities behind stadium development and municipal investment, and how ballparks, stadiums, and arenas increasingly function as community entertainment hubs — both during the season and in the off-season. Ultimately, we explore how teams work to ensure each season is a success not only for the organization, but also for fans, partners, and the broader community of stakeholders.

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