Entrepreneur Field Days: Building a Sports Media Brand from the Bleachers
Join us for the 2025 Entrepreneur Field Days series hosted across Greater Des Moines
It all started with the idea that entrepreneurs learn best from entrepreneurs. Take someone's hard-earned lessons and shared skills to jump-start business success. Seed the next generation of entrepreneurs. Cover a broad range of industries and subject knowledge expertise. Grow your perspective and see new areas across the community.
Building a Sports Media Brand from the Bleachers
Speakers: Chris Williams, OwnerJoin this field day featuring Chris Williams, publisher of CycloneFanatic.com — the #1 website in the world dedicated to Iowa State athletics. Known for his nonstop coverage, insightful commentary, and deep-rooted passion for the Cyclones, Chris has been a trusted voice in Iowa sports media since 2004. A proud graduate of Iowa State’s Greenlee School of Journalism, Chris brings unmatched energy and perspective to every press conference, sideline, and sports radio mic.
Learn & Discuss:
- Growing a business rooted in content, community, and consistency
- The hustle of good storytelling and fast-paced deadlines
- Building trust with your audience and lifetime fans
- Trends in sports media, publishing, and sustainable business models
Open to Everyone! All Entrepreneur Field Days are free and open to the public, with registration required. Not an entrepreneur? No problem – you're invited too! If you’re a creative, mentor, educator, corporate leader, economic developer, investor, or simply curious about how things work – all play a role in building a strong community of support for entrepreneurs across Iowa.
Champion a Spirit of Curiosity! Entrepreneur Field Days is a space to learn from each other first and foremost! Bring a spirit of curiosity, shared respect, a notepad to capture your next idea, and the mindset to make new connections.
