Dr Swanson published an article on Global Sports called: The Curious Case of Basketball in the UK After spending much of my life playing, coaching, and promoting basketball in the US and UK, it was great to recently have the opportunity to be a part of several basketball-related activities close to home. Shortly after visiting... Continue Reading →
Leadership Conference: Challenging from the Front
Delivered in partnership with the Foundation for Leadership through Sport (FLS), Dr Swanson recently represented the Institute for Sport Business in hosting a leadership conference at Loughborough London's campus on the Olympic Park. This conference brought together leading figures in sport, business, and the military for an insightful session, which included panel debates and interactive... Continue Reading →
Global Sports Thought Leadership: Educating Sport Managers
Dr Swanson recently published a thought leadership article in Global Sports Jobs. Educating sport managers has a rich and fascinating history. The origins of this academic discipline may have actually begun as early as the 1890’s when the administration of physical education was delivered at some universities in the United States. However, the most noted... Continue Reading →
Dr Swanson to Coach NextGen Leaders
Dr Swanson was recently chosen as a Coach for the Sport Industry Group NextGen Leaders. Sport Industry NextGen is the leading professional development programme for the sport industry – identifying tomorrow’s leaders, rewarding their potential, and nurturing their talent. The programme aims to find and support those who are excelling within their respective areas and... Continue Reading →