학술논문

In the Zone. (cover story)
Document Type
Article
Source
BusinessWeek. 10/17/2005, Issue 3955, p66-78. 9p. 7 Color Photographs.
Subject
*Corporate growth
*Corporate culture
*Corporate directors
*Economic competition
Sports spectators
Televised sports
Language
ISSN
0007-7135
Abstract
Reports on efforts by ESPN boss George Bodenheimer to push his world-beating brand even deeper into the lives of sports fans. Description of Bodenheimer, president of the ESPN Networks and ABC Sports, as perhaps the single most influential person in all things sports; Presence of ESPN in broadband, on-demand video, wireless, high-definition, and books; Example of programs like the X Games which draw legions of young males; Reference to potential rivals such as Comcast Corp.; Bodenheimer's tips for nurturimg a top brand, including defining the mission and cultivating relationships with customers; Importance of ESPN digging deeper for broadcasting rights in order to keep pro games on its channels; Discussion of Bodenheimer's business style and strategy; Highlights from his life and professional background; More. INSETS: ESPN The Empire;Branding, By George;George Ward Bodenheimer.