Episode 49: Searching for the Best Talent in Sports

Scott Carmichael joins Joe and Tom this week for a conversation on Sport’s recruiting. Scott Carmichael, An industry veteran with nearly 40 years experience in the sports business, founded Prodigy Sports in 2007.  Now entering his 10th year leading the agency, Carmichael has established Prodigy Sports into one of the nation’s premier boutique executive search firms, working with a roster of clients that reads like a Who’s Who in the sports world, including five of the most valuable sports franchises in the world.Scott talks about his life prior to Prodigy sports, from being a ballboy when he was a teenager all the way to his work with the NHL.  Scott also talks about the talent recruiting business, more specifically his work with his company Prodigy Sports. Scott ends the conversation with some tips for people looking to build their recruiting profile.You can find Scott on twitter @sjcarmike, be sure to check out his company’s website: http://www.prodigysports.net/The FactsThe CUSP Show is a production by the faculty of Sports Management at Columbia University. You can get in touch with the program on Twitter @CU_SPS_Sports Our presenters are Joe Favorito (@Joefav) and Tom Richardson (@ConvergenceTR). This is a public episode. If you would like to discuss this with other subscribers or get access to bonus episodes, visit thecuspshow.substack.com