From FFP to FEP: How loyalty can be the Savior of Sport

The Loylogic Podcast: Rewarding Conversations

Welcome to the latest episode of the Loylogic Podcast, From Frequent Flyer Programs to Fan Engagement Programs: How Loyalty Can Be the Savior of Sport.

The past few months have seen us enjoy a wonderful summer of sport, with the Paris Olympics and Paralympics, the Euro football championships, and an incredible Tour de France to name just some. But what happens once those big events are over? How can sport remain at the forefront of people’s attention? How can sports continue to drive participation and engagement with the help of loyalty?

In this episode, we focus on how fan engagement programs (FEPs) can offer a lifeline for clubs, leagues and sports federations amid changing media consumption trends and financial challenges. We discuss how loyalty can better engage fans, including those who attend games every week and the masses of hidden fans, and unpick how sports organizations can replicate the success and engagement expertise of frequent flyer programs (FFPs), to leverage fan loyalty to drive financial growth and emotional connection.

Joining us to share their views are Philip Shelper, CEO of loyalty consultancy and Loylogic partner Loyalty & Reward Co, and Loylogic’s CEO, Gabi Kool, who both have experience of the international sports arena. Philip has worked on a number of loyalty programs for international sports federations and an English Premiership football club. Gabi, away from his time at Loylogic, is president of the International Korfball Federation, which is an IOC Recognized Federation, where he’s a passionate advocate for the development of Korfball, which he hopes to see make it to a future Olympic Games.