#41: Eray Saban (Marvel Stadium) - How to Launch your Career in Event Management

Could you imagine yourself running up to 80 of Australia's biggest major stadium events a year across AFL, Cricket, Soccer and Concerts?That is the reality for Eray Saban – Stadium Event Manager at Marvel Stadium!In this episode, Eray gives us a comprehensive insight into the planning it takes to put on a U2 concert for 80,000 people, what goes on behind-the-scenes at the Big Bash T20 Grand Final and the three critical skills you need to be successful as a Stadium Manager.Eray discusses why he is so confident the events industry will bounce back and gives you the practical ideas you can put into action at your grassroots club to increase the quality of your events and accelerate your experience in event management.Plus, Eray shares his story on why his role as Movember ambassador is so important to him and and how you can get involved in the Movember cause today!Whether you are interested in the inner-workings of stadium events and building a career in Event Management or just love sitting in the stands and supporting your team with a meat pie and coke, then this is the episode for you!  In this episode you will learn:-   Why Eray has lead ‘Team Saban’ to raise over $125,000 for the Movember Foundation-   The tools that can help you approach a friend and start a meaningful conversation today-   How Eray handles the pressure and stress involved with leading major events  -   The things Eray didn’t expect before starting a career in Event Management-   The strategies Eray used to build his network and the practical ways you can increase the quality of events at your grassroots club-   Plus heaps more!Check out 'Team Saban' Movember TeamWant to increase your odds for jobs?Introducing our all new SportsGrad Membership! Including live webinars, Q&As, and SportsGrad led forums that will give you that extra edge to help land your first job.Sign up now!: https://www.sportsgrad.com.au/membership***If you enjoy the podcast, would you please consider leaving a short review on Apple Podcasts/iTunes? It takes less than 60 seconds, and it really makes a difference in helping to land guests. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.