“Approximately 20 years ago when I commenced in the industry, there was no such skillset as venue or stadium management,” says the CEO of Eden Park, New Zealand’s most famous sports stadium.

“The industry still remains in an embryonic phase and the inclusion of more educated talent highlights that a genuine career path exists within the sector.”

Nick’s life after sport began while playing for the Victorian Football League, a talent feeder for the national Australian Football League.

Instead of an AFL career, the nine-time leading VFL goal kicker and highly decorated player moved into stadium management via Melbourne Business School’s Advanced Management Program.

“When discussing future employment opportunities with athletes, I often say sport will be two, maybe three, chapters in your book of life – but now is the time to start planning to write the remaining 25 chapters,” he says.

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