Episode 51; What’s the Time on the Clock? is back with another deep dive into the sports business world! This week, Ryley and Cidney sit down with Chantel Valliere, a passionate and seasoned event and game operations professional whose career has spanned roles with the Kitchener Rangers, Hamilton Tiger-Cats, Hockey Canada, and more.

Chantel takes us through her journey, from earning her Sports and Event Marketing Certificate at Fanshawe College to coordinating game-day magic for some of Canada’s most prominent sports organizations. She shares her insights on creating unforgettable fan experiences, balancing corporate partnerships with fan engagement, and the behind-the-scenes effort that makes game days seamless.

✨ Highlights include:

• Chantel’s process for crafting game scripts and event production sheets.
• How she manages and leads game crews for a flawless fan experience.
• Challenges and triumphs from her freelance roles with Hockey Canada and PWHPA.
• The key skills that make a great event and game operations professional.

Plus, Chantel shares her favorite game-day rituals, her ultimate career goals, and a few fun shootout questions that let us peek behind the curtain of her fast-paced world.

🚨 Buzzer Beater Question: What’s Chantel’s favorite concourse activation she’s ever done? Tune in to find out!

Catch this inspiring and insightful episode wherever you get your podcasts, and stay up to date with Chantel’s journey in the sports industry. 👏