Frequently Asked Questions

  • Blue Sky Sports & Entertainment is an elite athlete marketing and talent partnership agency with more than 30 years of experience in the sports and entertainment industry.

    We help brands, organizations, and event partners connect directly with athletes and personalities, streamlining the process by eliminating middlemen and ensuring clear communication, efficiency, and value.

    With deep roots in Boston and long-standing industry relationships, Blue Sky brings trusted guidance and proven expertise to every athlete appearance, speaking engagement, and brand partnership.

  • Blue Sky Sports & Entertainment defines its clientele as both the organizations it services and the athlete talent it represents.

    On the athlete side, Blue Sky works with current and retired sports figures across a wide range of sports. We help athletes connect with organizations, brands, and audiences through appearances, speaking engagements, and brand partnerships.

    Our corporate and organizational clients include brands, companies, universities, nonprofits, event organizers, and agencies spanning industries such as healthcare, financial services, education, consumer brands, sports and fitness, and community organizations. We specialize in helping these organizations engage audiences through athlete-driven marketing campaigns, keynote speaking engagements, and brand partnerships.

  • Blue Sky Sports & Entertainment works closely with each corporate client to understand their goals, audience, budget, and messaging before recommending talent. We consider brand values, target demographics, and type of engagement (whether it is a keynote speaker, brand ambassador, or marketing campaign) when assessing client needs.

    By leveraging decades of experience and established relationships, we match brands with athletes and personalities who are a natural fit, ensuring every partnership feels authentic and delivers real results.

  • Blue Sky Sports & Entertainment represents a diverse roster of current and former professional athletes, Olympians, and respected sports personalities, with a strong presence in the greater Boston market.

    Our talent includes athletes – both current and retired from the NFL, NHL, MLB, NBA, MLS, WNBA, PWHL, NWSL, and the Olympics, as well as broadcasters, analysts, and media personalities. This wide range allows brands and events to connect with different types of talent who bring their own unique perspective to each appearance and campaign.

  • Athletes represented by Blue Sky participate in a wide variety of events, including but not limited to corporate conferences, leadership summits, keynote speaking engagements, university and college events, nonprofit fundraisers, galas, and panel discussions.

  • Athlete speaking and partnership fees vary based on the athlete, event type, location, duration, and athlete responsibilities. Blue Sky works with organizations of all scopes & sizes and helps clients select talent that aligns with their goals and budget. Our team provides transparent guidance throughout the booking process to ensure the best possible fit.

  • Blue Sky Sports & Entertainment is a women-founded and women-owned sports marketing agency with more than 30 years of industry experience. We take a personalized, relationship-driven approach, focusing on long-term partnerships rather than one-off transactions.

    Our work is centered on storytelling, brand alignment, and meaningful athlete engagements, supported by a hands-on, highly responsive team committed to authenticity and collaboration.

  • Before booking an athlete or speaker, it is helpful to have a general understanding of your event including: date, location, audience size, budget range, and the type of engagement you are looking for (such as a keynote, panel, appearance, or brand activation)

    Sharing your goals, audience demographic, and desired message allows Blue Sky Sports to recommend the best-fit talent and ensure a smooth, efficient booking process.

  • We recommend booking an athlete as far in advance as possible to ensure availability. Planning ahead gives you the best chance of securing your preferred talent for your event. That said, we have successfully arranged athlete appearances within as little as 48 hours’ notice, so even last-minute requests can (potentially) be accommodated.

  • Our athletes cover a wide range of topics and can tailor their presentations to align with your event. Common themes include leadership, teamwork, overcoming adversity, motivation, mental challenges, and personal growth. Whatever your audience, we work to ensure the athlete’s message resonates and inspires.

  • We pride ourselves on remaining engaged before, during, and after your event. The day of, a Blue Sky Sports & Entertainment representative will be on-site to manage every detail of the athlete’s visit. From coordinating arrival times to handling logistics, we ensure the appearance runs smoothly so you can focus on your event. 

  • Getting started is simple. You can contact Kim Zayotti directly at kzayotti@blueskyse.com or complete the Submit a Request form on our website. Our team will follow up promptly to discuss your goals and next steps.