Episode 535: Dejan Kamenjašević, Co-Founder & GM of Dubai Basketball Club

Sports Business Secrets

Today’s guest is Dejan Kamenjaševic, Co-Founder & GM of Dubai Basketball Club!

Dejan's journey began in Bosnia, where a defining moment in his early years brought a sudden change to his life. When the war broke out, he and his family relocated to Spain, where he continued pursuing his passion for basketball -- a sport that became a cornerstone in his life and would shape his future for many years to come.

From playing professionally to coaching, and now leading teams from both the bench AND the boardroom, Dejan has made a significant impact across multiple countries.

As he embarks on this new chapter with Dubai Basketball Club, he's set to shape the future of basketball in the UAE and beyond. And today we get to hear all about this groundbreaking project!

Today we talked about:

• Growing up in Bosnia & where his basketball love started

• Fleeing with his family to Spain when the war broke out

• The challenges of starting his life in a new environment

• Making the decision to hang up his shoes

• The challenges of finding a new identity

• The sacrifices that went un-noticed behind the scenes

• His mentors who gave him his first opportunities in coaching

• The importance of relationships and how he builds trust

• The move to the UAE even when most thought he was crazy

• Building his new basketball academy from scratch

• The constant misconceptions about living in Dubai

• All about Dubai Basketball Club and his new role

• How they built the roster & the players they signed

• The opportunity to join the Adriatic League this season

• The power sports has to eliminate borders + unite people

• and much more

Appreciate you tuning in. Hope you enjoy!

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