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Chip Fontanazza

Marketing

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Chip Fontanazza

Marketing

Chip is a strategic leader and digital marketing specialist with over 15 years of experience in the sports industry. He has overseen the content production and digital strategy of the athletics departments for the University of Central Florida and the University of South Florida. He was also the Manager of Digital Content for the San Antonio Spurs and the Global Director of Content Production for The IRONMAN Group. His extensive experience in marketing at the collegiate and professional levels of sports helps him serve clients well in his role as the Director of Marketing for The Sports Facilities Companies.

In his role, Chip is responsible for creating and implementing key marketing initiatives that support our network of managed venues and uphold the SFC brand. He also partners with our leaders to develop and execute strategies that will help our venues to reach their revenue goals and for SFC to continue to grow.

While working at The IRONMAN Group, Chip was the Executive Producer for the IRONMAN VR Pro Challenge, an interactive and virtual racing broadcast that was nominated for an Emmy. Chip has also served as a Video Production and Digital Media Consultant for the PGA Tour Charities, Florida Citrus Sports, Wyndham Resorts, and Beale Street Blues.

Education

  • West Virginia University – Bachelor of Science in Broadcast Journalism
  • University of Central Florida – Master of Career and Technical Education

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