What Our Clients Are Saying
“The Aspire Group was going to help us move the needle in sales. We were very confident of that going into our partnership. What was even more valuable to me was the impact Aspire had on our sales culture. In 2017 we did not have a sales team. Today we have a robust sales team and sales culture. Aspire helped us see what our sales department could become, and then coached us on how to build and sustain it with training, hiring, and a dedicated approach to goal setting and goal achievement.
An aspect of the Aspire partnership that was far more than what I expected was the Bootcamp Leadership training. It provided a huge impact on the level of leadership that is now part of our foundation. It worked immediately and continues to show value. For anyone that wants to improve in all aspects of leading a team, Aspire’s Bootcamp Leadership training is an effective deep dive.”
Robert Goodman
Associate Athletic Director for Marketing and Ticket Sales @ Liberty University
“Having Boz work with our sales and service team here at NYCFC was nothing but a pleasure. His way of connecting with more established sellers along with new individuals to the industry was amazing. He delivers real life experiences that every person in the room can take back to their desk and use immediately. There wasn’t a dull moment and everyone participating was engaged and smiling. The feedback from my team was positive and months later we are still using his training.”
Tom French
Senior Manager, Ticket Sales @ New York City Football Club (NYCFC)
“Mike is simply one of the best sales trainers in the business. His methods are clear, thoughtful, and proven. His energy and customer service focus is infectious. Mike provided a great, early pathway to success in my career by providing strategies that are the foundation for a mutually beneficial client relationship.”
Craig Sloan
EVP @ Home Team Sports, a division of Fox Sports Media Group
“Mike Boswell changes careers. Having the opportunity to develop and learn from Mike was vital to my success. Mike is a captivating speaker and outstanding sales trainer. His enthusiasm and passion enable him to transfer his extensive knowledge of the sales process in a memorable and easy to implement way. Years after working with Mike I continue to use his techniques to train executives. If you are looking for the best trainer to grow and maintain a top level of sales expertise in your employees I highly recommend Mike Boswell.”
Ryan Miller
Vice President of Business Development and Strategy @ AEG Sports & Ontario Reign
“During Mike Boswell’s visit to the University of Maryland, he provided the staff with real world knowledge and situational training that will enhance our sales and service efforts. The Sales Swing Doctor training is a highly-detailed approach that covers comprehensive sales techniques while providing constructive feedback for improvement day to day.”
Matt Monroe
Associate Athletic Director for Ticket Sales & Operations @ University of Maryland
“The Aspire Group have been great partners with us and have worked with us to develop our ticket sales talent into more efficient and effective revenue drivers. Specifically, Mike Boswell’s training program helped to instill better habits in our group, while providing them the sales fundamentals to be successful. Our group has improved in their approach to selling, asking for the sale and ultimately getting the sale as a result of Aspire’s training.”
Shaun Guest
Vice President of Sales & Revenue @ Hamilton Tiger-Cats Football Club
“A huge reason for the success of the IHL’s Denver Grizzlies’ resurrection of the Denver hockey market in 1995 was due to Boz’ efforts. The difference between good and great was Boz’ ability to not only teach a roomful of newbies how to sell, but to get the most out of people who didn’t know what they were themselves capable of. Boz is a true mentor, and the things he taught me over 20 years ago not only continue to help me succeed in MY career, but have also allowed me to pass those things along to others to contribute to THEIR success.”
Jeff Mandel
Former Regional Vice President @ WorldPay
About Boz
Vice President of Training
Michael “Boz” Boswell has over 25 years experience at the highest levels in sports sales and related training and understands the needs of sales and service departments. Boz is responsible for working with each Fan Relationship Management Center (FRMC) and Playfly Aspire partners to improve employees’ sales and service skills that drive revenues, attendance, and staff and fan retention.
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What Our Employees Are Saying
“I can attest that “Boz” is one of the best sales trainers in the biz. With over 25 years of sports industry experience, Mike Boswell delivers exceptional training across the board, but what’s most important is he knows how to connect with young professionals. The execution and implementation of his sales training is seamless, while maintaining an exceptionally high level of energy at all times. I will recommend Boz to any organization that is looking to improve relationships with their fan base and to increase their revenue production. You can’t spell “Boom Zing” without Boz!”
Jeff Czachowski
Regional Director @ Eastern Michigan University
“Drawing upon his unique and ample experience, Boz guides new and veteran revenue generators through sustainable sales & service techniques to create the right mental make-up for long-term success. The diligence he has about his work is reflective of the person he is: energetic, relatable and engaging. Even better, after his time on-site, he is assessable and accountable to both the staff and leadership team.”
Chad Cardinal
VP of FRMC's @ Santa Clara University
“Boz, experience and support continue to help me raise my game. Whether we are talking about group sales, working through objections, or customer service Boz has a recommendation for the situation. He is a valuable asset for me and others in The Aspire Group! “
Jesse Moreno
Manager, Sales & Service @ Santa Clara University
“The training that Boz has provided me with over the past two years has helped me significantly to develop and grow as a sales consultant for The Aspire Group. Whether Boz is going over sales techniques or helping me with career advice, he truly cares about what I need to do to raise my game to the next level. Having such great resources such as Boz is what I believe makes The Aspire Group such a great company to work for.”
Zoe Cohen
Manager, New Business Sales @ Army West Point