Podcast Episode 132 – Jeanne Boyd
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“This Is Purdue,” the official podcast for Purdue University, highlights stories about Boilermakers from across all disciplines, who through research, innovation and determination, have persistently pursued their next giant leap.
Hosted by Purdue University alum, Brian Lamb School of Communication graduate, and Indiana native Kate Young, “This Is Purdue” aims to examine all of the incredible accomplishments of Boilermakers and their contributions to the world.
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STRATEGY
In this episode of “This Is Purdue,” we’re talking to Jeanne Boyd, executive director of sport management and senior advisor to the provost.
Jeanne is a leader in the sports industry. As the former managing director of the NCAA Division I men’s basketball tournament, she leverages her unique experience and insights to pioneer Purdue University’s exciting new master’s program in sport management.
In this episode you will:
- Learn more about the role this industry expert plays in an exciting new interdisciplinary master’s program in sport management, which has offerings in both West Lafayette and Indianapolis
- Hear what Jeanne has to say about the wide variety of careers available to graduates of this program like sports marketing, venue management, AI and technology in sport — not to mention all the hands-on learning opportunities with Purdue Athletics, Indiana Sports Corp and others
- Find out the range of disciplines, from communications to technology to education, that students can specialize in
- Discover what makes Indianapolis such a unique ecosystem and the perfect host for large sporting events — and why that’s great for students
- Go behind the scenes of the NCAA tournament and March Madness as Jeanne discusses her previous role and everything it takes to put on one of the largest collegiate sporting events of the year
Don’t miss this episode that dives into our new sport management program and what it takes to succeed in the sports industry.
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- The next leaders in the sports industry are #Boilermakers. 💪 On our latest episode of #ThisIsPurdue, Jeanne Boyd, @HHSPurdue executive director of sport management, talks about all things Purdue sports, the new master’s program in sport management and how students can pursue their passions to become successful in the industry. Plus, hear about her sports career successes and time running #MarchMadness as managing director of the @ncaa1906 Division I men’s basketball tournament! Listen to the full episode now: <link>
- Ever wondered who is in charge of organizing March Madness? Meet Jeanne Boyd — she helped run the @ncaa1906 men’s basketball tournament for over 11 years, and now she’s bringing that experience to the @HHSPurdue master’s in sport management as executive director of the program. In this episode of #ThisIsPurdue, Jeanne dives into: 🏀 Her favorite Final Four memories and stories 🏙️ Why Indianapolis is a sports powerhouse — and Purdue’s role in it 💼 The career opportunities that come with a degree in sport management. Listen to the full episode today: <link>
- We’re bringing you an exclusive look at March Madness and careers in sports. Jeanne Boyd ran March Madness for 11 years — and now she’s bringing that expertise to #Purdue. On #ThisIsPurdue, hear her talk about her experience with the @ncaa men’s basketball tournament and the exciting opportunities available to students in the @purduehhs master’s in sport management program that can help you launch your career in the sports industry. 🎙️ Listen now at the 🔗 in the bio or wherever you normally find your podcasts.
- What does it take to run #MarchMadness? 🏀 Find out on #ThisIsPurdue. Executive director of sport management Jeanne Boyd is sharing exclusive stories from her time as managing director of the @ncaa men’s basketball tournament and how students interested in similar careers can pursue their passion for sport. Listen to her full #podcast episode at the 🔗 in the bio or wherever you normally find your podcasts!
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- Attention sports fans: On our latest #ThisIsPurdue episode we have a special Boilermaker! Executive director of our new sport management program, Jeanne Boyd, talks about her career running #MarchMadness and how to be successful in the sports industry. 🏀 <link>
- What Purdue faculty member previously helped run March Madness? Answer: Jeanne Boyd. 🏀 She joins #ThisIsPurdue to talk event strategy at the highest level and how #Purdue is building the next generation of sports leaders. 🎧: <link>
- Jeanne Boyd, Purdue’s executive director of sport management, joins #ThisIsPurdue to share exclusive stories from her time as managing director of the @NCAA men’s basketball tournament and how students can pursue their passion for sport. 🎧 Listen now: <link>
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