Today's Guest: Coordinator of Athletic Facilities and Events at Penn State- Luke Frontale

From Ivy League arenas to the grandstands of one of college football's most iconic stadiums. From NCAA tournament bids to championship-level event execution on the biggest stages in collegiate athletics — today's guest has built his career at the intersection of sport, strategy, and the kind of behind-the scenes leadership that makes game day magic look effortless.

He's worked the sidelines and operations at powerhouse programs, helped land NCAA regional hosting bids, and served as tournament director for events that define the college sports experience. He's logged hours at venues like Beaver Stadium, the Bryce Jordan Center, and the JMA Wireless Dome — and today, he calls Rec Hall home, where he oversees everything from wrestling mats to gymnastics floors to volleyball courts as part of one of the most storied athletic departments in the country at Penn State.

A former collegiate baseball player — and team captain — he leads the way he played: with preparation, team-first culture, and an obsession with delivering a first-class experience for student-athletes and fans alike.

He holds a Master's degree in Sport Venue and Event Management from Syracuse University, and he's been in the rooms, on the floors, and behind the curtain of some of collegiate athletics' biggest moments.

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Today's Guest: President and CEO Arizona Sports & Tourism Authority- Tom Sadler

He earned his Bachelor of Arts from Aquinas College in Grand Rapids before going on to receive his Master of Public Administration from Arizona State University. He then spent nearly two decades as Assistant Athletic Director at Arizona State University, followed by a move to the University of Hawaii at Manoa, where he served as Associate Athletic Director in Honolulu.

From there, he stepped into major event leadership, serving as President and CEO of the Arizona 2016 College Football Championship Organizing Committee, and as a Board Member of the Phoenix Final Four Local Organizing Committee. Most recently, he served as Co-Chair of the 2024 Men's Final Four Host Committee — capping years of transformative work that helped make Phoenix the second city in history to host the nation's three largest sporting events in consecutive years: the 2015 Super Bowl, the 2016 College Football Playoff Championship, and the 2017 NCAA Men's Final Four.

Since June 2008, he has served as President and CEO of the Arizona Sports and Tourism Authority, a role he holds to this day — bringing more than 17 years of leadership to one of the most dynamic sports and tourism organizations in the country.

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Today's Guest: Associate Producer and Host at Buffalo Toronto Public Media- Jack Kreuzer

From game-day coverage at Syracuse University to play-by-play across basketball, volleyball, soccer, hockey, and softball, he built his voice in sports broadcasting from the ground up. Through contracted broadcasts with ESPN+, he brought fans closer to the action, and over three seasons became the radio voice of University at Buffalo women's basketball, calling nearly 100 games while hosting pregame, halftime, and postgame coverage along the way.

His work grew to reach regional and national stages, including television play-by-play for the New York State Championships and solo TV play-by-play for the NAIA Softball World Series. He also helped establish sports coverage for Buffalo's NPR affiliate at Buffalo Toronto Public Media, hosting afternoon drive sportscasts and covering high school, college, and professional teams throughout the region.

Now, as Associate Producer and Host at Buffalo Toronto Public Media, he leads weekly broadcasts, produces audio and video content, and serves as the voice of the "Friday Night Lights" radio and television simulcast covering football and basketball.

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5 Tips and Tricks: for Careers in Athletics Podcast is a show hosted by Dr. Morey Mossovitz and Jen Albanese. Each episode invites a person in an athletic career and asks them their five best tips and tricks for working in athletics.

Today's Guest: Sr. Associate with the New York Racing Association- -Ricky Pasternak

He got his start in the sports world the old-fashioned way, putting in the work behind the scenes. As a Student Head Manager at Syracuse University, where he earned his Bachelor's in Sport Management from the Falk College of Sport and Human Dynamics, he coordinated travel, managed finances, and helped coaches and players prepare at the highest level of college athletics. From there, he sharpened his business instincts with a sales internship for the Rockland Boulders and a stretch in wealth management at Merrill Lynch, before finding his true calling at the intersection of sports and content. He spent nearly two and a half years as a CRM Supervisor and Writer for Racing Dudes — producing over 500 pieces of high-engagement sports and racing content, driving a 45% increase in organic traffic, and generating over $125K in additional monthly revenue through data-driven SEO strategy — while simultaneously serving as a Game Reviewer and Statistician for the NBA, breaking down film for officiating education across 200+ games and contributing to All-Star Weekend, the Draft, and the Combine.He then made the move into the fast-growing world of sports betting, spending nearly a year as a CRM Sports Associate at BetMGM — where he ran multi-channel campaigns for major sporting events, boosting email open rates by 28% and click-through rates by 34% — before landing at DraftKings, where he spent over three years as a VIP Host and Player Development Executive. There, he grew his portfolio from $9.3M to over $10.1M in annual revenue, maintained a 97.2% VIP client retention rate, and expanded the Northeast market by acquiring 12 high-value clients. Now, he's stepping into a new role as Operations and Business Intelligence Sr. Associate with the New York Racing Association, bringing his full arsenal of analytics, relationship management, and industry expertise to one of the most storied organizations in racing. Follow and like this podcast as well as leave questions in the comments that may be answered on future episodes. Connect with us on our social platforms and website LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/company/athletic-career-consulting/ and Instagram as well as X: @athcareerpod. 5 Tips and Tricks: for Careers in Athletics Podcast is a show hosted by Dr. Morey Mossovitz and Jen Albanese. Each episode invites a person in an athletic career and asks them their five best tips and tricks for working in athletics.

Today's Guest: Ticket Sales Representative - Jonathan Danilich

Today's guest got his start at Syracuse University, where he earned his Bachelor of Arts in Broadcast Journalism back in 2022. During his time there, he wore many hats — beginning as a Promotions Officer with Otto's Army in 2019, working his way up to President, and ultimately serving as Senior Advisor before his graduation. Alongside that, he sharpened his craft as a Marketing Assistant with Syracuse University, building skills in social media marketing and fan engagement.

Since then, he has taken his passion for the Orange to a whole new level. He transitioned into a full-time role as a Ticket Sales Representative with Syracuse University Legends, a position he has held for nearly three years and counting. A true champion of Syracuse Athletics both on and off the clock, he brings professionalism, dedication, and a genuine love for the game to everything he does.Follow and like this podcast as well as leave questions in the comments that may be answered on future episodes. Connect with us on our social platforms and website LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/company/athletic-career-consulting/ and Instagram as well as X: @athcareerpod. 5 Tips and Tricks: for Careers in Athletics Podcast is a show hosted by Dr. Morey Mossovitz and Jen Albanese. Each episode invites a person in an athletic career and asks them their five best tips and tricks for working in athletics.

Today's Guest: Ice Hockey Marketer, Instructor and Philanthropist- Sarah Thompson

Today's guest is a scholar, athlete, and humanitarian who has spent her career turning passion into purpose. She played ice hockey at both Syracuse University and St. Lawrence University, graduating Summa Cum Laude from Syracuse with a degree in Sport and Fitness Administration and Management — earning the Matt Brodsky Philanthropic Excellence Award along the way. In 2023, she launched the Thompson High Performance Program in Ottawa — a sold-out elite summer hockey program for girls, staffed by female players from the NCAA, USports, and professional ranks, extending into a year-round mentorship program where she works one-on-one with select athletes on everything from goal setting and nutrition to mental training and navigating the recruiting process.

She completed her Master's degree in Organizational Leadership at St. Lawrence University in 2025, and that same year was honored with both the 2024–25 NCAA Hockey Humanitarian Award and the 2025 Sarah Devens Award — two of the most distinguished recognitions in college hockey.

She also serves as Director of Partnerships at 3G Sports in Montreal, helping athletes build and monetize their personal brands beyond the ice. And since 2022, she has been the Founder and Executive Director of Sticks Together, a not-for profit that has raised over $30,000 and organized hockey trips to Argentina, South Africa, the Philippines, and Kenya — taking the game she loves to corners of the world that have never seen it.

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Today's Guest: Professional Baseball Player and Founder of Optimal Baseball Performance- Steve Johnson

Born and raised in Baltimore, today’s guest made his mark early at St. Paul’s School, where he became one of the most decorated players in program history. A four‑year varsity starter with a 34–5 record, a 1.54 ERA, and more than 300 strikeouts, he also swung the bat with authority—hitting .365 with 13 home runs and 84 RBI. His high‑school career was packed with standout moments: a no‑hitter, a perfect game, a 20‑strikeout performance, and state records for doubles in a season and runs in a career. He remains the only player ever named first‑team All‑Metro all four years, earned Maryland Gatorade Player of the Year honors in 2005, and joined an AFLAC All‑American roster filled with future MLB stars.

After being drafted by the Dodgers in 2005, he spent more than a decade in professional baseball, rising through the minors, making his MLB debut with the Orioles in 2012, and later pitching for the Mariners. His first big‑league win came on a date that mirrored his father’s own milestone exactly 23 years earlier—a moment that cemented his place in Orioles lore. Across 14 professional seasons, he logged over a thousand minor‑league innings, posted a 6–1 MLB record, and eventually transitioned into developing the next generation of players through Optimal Baseball Performance, founded in 2019.

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5 Tips and Tricks: for Careers in Athletics Podcast is a show hosted by Dr. Morey Mossovitz and Jen Albanese. Each episode invites a person in an athletic career and asks them their five best tips and tricks for working in athletics.

Today's Guest: Account Manager, Partnership Marketing at LA Clippers- Joe CarelloToday’s guest is someone whose journey through the sports industry reads like a masterclass in turning opportunity into momentum. A proud product of Syracuse, he graduated in 2020 with a degree in Sport Management and wasted no time diving headfirst into the world he knew he wanted to be part of.

From managing for one of college basketball’s most storied programs, to gaining NBA‑level experience with the LA Clippers.

After making the move to Los Angeles in 2021, he sharpened his commercial skill set in sales before returning to sports full‑time, rejoining the very Clippers partnerships team where he once interned. Today, he plays a key role in Partnership Marketing, managing day‑to‑day execution for several major corporate partners, crafting integrated strategies, and ensuring brands get real value from their association with the Clippers.

And if that wasn’t enough, he was on the front lines for one of the franchise’s biggest milestones—the opening of Intuit Dome in August 2024—helping partners activate in a brand‑new arena and bring fan‑facing experiences to life. Strategic, detail‑oriented, and deeply committed to elevating partnerships, he’s become a trusted connector between brands and one of the NBA’s most dynamic organizations.

Follow and like this podcast as well as leave questions in the comments that may be answered on future episodes. Connect with us on our social platforms and website LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/company/athletic-career-consulting/ and Instagram as well as X: @athcareerpod. 5 Tips and Tricks: for Careers in Athletics Podcast is a show hosted by Dr. Morey Mossovitz and Jen Albanese. Each episode invites a person in an athletic career and asks them their five best tips and tricks for working in athletics.