Sports fans and executives! Welcome back to another episode, Season FOUR of Path to the Pros, powered by Forsyth Barnes.

Today’s guest? The legendary former NBA CEO who helped break Cleveland’s 52-year championship drought, brought Lebron James to the Cavs and Sheffield United’s newest minority owner: Len Komoroski!

Len sits down with Samir to take us behind the scenes of:

• What it REALLY took to turn one of the NBA’s worst team into champions
• Building a franchise from the ground up
• The fast-evolving world of sports ownership in 2025

If you're curious about building winning teams, what it takes to break into a career in pro sport and the investment landscape in 2025…these are the behind the scene insights you won’t want to miss.

In this episode of Path to the Pros, we're thrilled to welcome Nancy Elder, an accomplished leader whose 25+ year career has been defined by driving innovation, transforming teams, and delivering growth across some of the world's most competitive industries.

Now serving as the Chief Communications Officer for the New York Mets, Nancy has previously held pivotal roles at JetBlue Airways, Mattel Inc., DAZN, Mastercard, and GE, where she's navigated high-stakes challenges.

Join us as we explore the evolving landscape of sports fandom with a deep dive into different fan behaviors, preferences, and motivations transforming how teams, leagues, and brands connect with them.

In this episode, we sit down with Joe Stetson, a seasoned C-suite business leader with over 20 years of experience reimagining iconic brands and generating record revenues. Joe has held key positions at Madison Square Garden Networks, BSE Global, the Brooklyn Nets, and Van Wagner and now serves as the Chief Commercial Officer at the New York Red Bulls.

Joe shares his insights on the importance of mentorship and how it has shaped his career and leadership style. He discusses the challenges and rewards of working in the sports and entertainment industries and offers valuable advice for those looking to follow in his footsteps.

Join us as we explore Joe's journey, leadership approach, and vision for the industry's future.