#234: From Sport Management student to Global Event Manager with Cormac Rabl

Looking for a career that lets you travel the world while working in the thrilling world of sports? 


Look no further! Follow in the footsteps of Cormac Rabl and work in event management.


It can take you to incredible destinations such as England for the Rugby World Cup, Gold Coast for the Commonwealth Games, Qatar for the FIFA World Cup, New Zealand for the World Masters Games and beyond. 


Ready to join the exciting world of Sports Event Management? Tune into today's podcast to learn more!


We cover:

(0:00) - Introduction

(0:37) - Community Update

(6:49) - Welcome Cormac

(9:39) - Cormac’s career journey

(18:14) - The different roles of an event manager

(22:09) - Cormac’s journey to the Middle East

(23:09) - Landing event roles in the Middle East

(30:07) - Cormac’s role at the World Cup

(38:19) - The key skills to work in Events

(46:31) - An insight to the event’s community

(49:43) Cormac’s advice to his younger self

(58:12) - #ASKSPORTSGRAD


Additional episodes you might enjoy:

#41: How to launch a career in event management - Eray Saban (Marvel Stadium) -

#138: Staffing the Women's World Cup - Hiam Katrib (FIFA) -

#212: Event Management jobs: what you need to know


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