Investing in Soccer's Future from USL to Premier League: Brett Johnson | Ep. 10

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Join us as we dive into the fascinating world of Brett Johnson, who's not just shaping soccer clubs, but entire communities. As the Chairman & Co-Founder of USL Championship side Rhode Island FC and a key stakeholder in Premier League Club Ipswich Town FC, Brett has a story you'll want to hear.
In this episode, Brett reveals how his investment firm, Benevolent Capital, ventured in to the world of sports , and why soccer was their chosen field. He elaborates on the economic strategies behind integrating stadium projects within larger real estate developments, particularly in Pawtucket, shedding light on the future of sports infrastructure.
From his initial foray into the soccer business in Denmark to acquiring a part of Ipswich Town FC, he highlighted the stark contrasts between soccer business operations in the US and the UK, providing an insider's look at how these distinctions shape everything from fan interactions to season planning.
This episode is for all of you true sports business fans, as Brett's insights are second to none when it comes to utilizing sports club ownership as a vehicle for financial gains and building communities. You won't want to miss the golden nuggets in this one.

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