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Fast Forward STL Live: The business of sports in St. Louis

Tune in to hear an all-star panel discuss the powerful connection between sports and business, recorded in front of a live audience at CITY SC’s headquarters.

This special episode of Fast Forward STL Live was recorded before a live audience at St. Louis CITY SC’s corporate headquarters. Presented by Greater St. Louis, Inc., CEO Ron Kitchens kicked off the discussion, and host Keith Alper interviewed an all-star panel of sports and business leaders:

  • Brad Dean (President & CEO, Explore St. Louis)
  • Marc Schreiber (President, St. Louis Sports Commission)
  • Carolyn Kindle (CEO & Member of Ownership Group, St. Louis CITY SC)
  • Chris Zimmerman (CEO, St. Louis Blues)
  • Anuk Karunaratne (President of Business Operations, St. Louis Cardinals)

Tune in to hear from some of the region’s leading sports voices to explore the powerful connection between sports and business in the St. Louis economy. Whether you work in the sports or entertainment industry or just love sports, this episode will get you excited about where our region is headed. Watch on YouTube, and listen on Apple Podcasts, Spotify, or your favorite podcast platform. Love the show? Be sure to follow or subscribe.

This episode is sponsored by Greater St. Louis, Inc., supported by St. Louis CITY SC, Vistage Chair St. Louis, and Logic Systems; and in partnership with The Nitrous Effect. Major sporting events bring visitors, investment, and national attention to the city while creating opportunities to showcase St. Louis on a larger stage. See how Greater St. Louis, Inc. is driving St. Louis forward.

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About The Host

Keith Alper

Keith Alper

As the CEO of St. Louis–based Nitrous Effect, Keith has more than 30 years of experience in marketing, branding, and event production. He works across large-scale live events, broadcast projects, and creative strategy. He’s an active contributor to the region’s entrepreneurial community, serving in advisory and board roles. Keith is the author of From Like to Love, a reflection on how organizations build stronger, more meaningful connections. He’s excited for you to join him on his podcasting journey with Fast Forward STL.