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Ryan L

- Research Program Mentor

MBA candidate at Cornell University

Expertise

Business

Bio

Hi - My name is Ryan and I am a current MBA student at Cornell Johnson Graduate School of Management. I am from Chadds Ford, Pennsylvania and am currently living in Ithaca, NY. I am passionate about business and have an undergraduate degree in Finance and Management, and I graduated from the University of Massachusetts Lowell in just three years. I have experience in Private Equity and working in teams through professional ice hockey.

Project ideas

Project ideas are meant to help inspire student thinking about their own project. Students are in the driver seat of their research and are free to use any or none of the ideas shared by their mentors.

Business of Sports

Business in sports explores the intersection of business principles and the sports industry. This includes topics like sports marketing, management, entrepreneurship, and the economic impact of sports. Examples of knowledge or skills students will learn: Sports marketing - understanding how to promote sports teams, events and products. Sports management - learning the skills needed to manage sports teams and organizations. Entrepreneurship - developing business ideas and plans within the sports industry. Economic impact analysis - assessing the financial effects of sports on local and global economies. Process: Literature review - research existing studies and articles on sports business. Interviews - conduct interviews with professionals in the sports industry. Case studies - analyze successful sports business models and strategies. Surveys - gather data from sports fans and consumers to understand market trends. Potential outcomes: Business plan - create a comprehensive business plan for a sports-related startup Marketing campaign - develop a marketing campaign for a sports team or event. Research paper - write a research paper on the economic impact of a major sports event. Prototype - design a prototype for a sports related app or product. Project Ideas: Online fitness coaching Create a plan for a sports equipment rental business Design a brand and marketing strategy for a new sports apparel line etc.

Teaching experience

I have mentored students that were high school age through different subject areas and life advice. I also worked with special Olympic athletes + the 43 oak foundation.

Credentials

Work experience

Graham Partners (2023 - 2024)
Pre-MBA Associate
Tampa Bay Lightning (2019 - 2023)
Professional Athlete

Education

University of Massachusetts at Lowell
BS Bachelor of Science (2019)
Finance + Management
Cornell University
MBA Master of Business Administration candidate
Business

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