Steve Adler

Visionary
DISC Type : Ds

CTO at iONSport

San Diego, California, United States

Overview

Steve Adler is the CTO at iONSport, applying his extensive experience in cloud architecture, AI, and digital media to sports technology. An Emmy nominee with degrees from UC San Diego, he previously led technology for Fan Controlled Sports and launched the NFL Mobile app from scratch in five months.

Outside of his direct professional responsibilities, Steve is deeply immersed in the world of racquet sports, particularly pickleball. He is actively involved in the community and has collaborated on events with organizations like USA Pickleball, blending his personal passion with his technological expertise to innovate within the sport.

Unique fact: Steve is an Emmy nominee for "Outstanding New Approaches in Sports Event Coverage" for his work with the Fan Controlled Football league.

Personality Overview

Fast But Thoughtful

Risk Tolerant

Objective Evaluator

They exhibit a rare combination of being result-oriented but patient at the same time.  Reading between the lines and seeing beyond your words comes naturally to them. They might take some time to make their mind up but once they do, they don't change it easily.

Topics They Care About

Racquet Sports Tech
As CTO of iONSport, he is building a platform using AI-driven analytics and real-time scoring to serve tennis and pickleball enthusiasts.
Interactive Fan Engagement
His experience as CTO at Fan Controlled Sports, a league where fans call the plays, shows a deep interest in creating interactive sports experiences.
AI-driven Analytics
His current role involves leading the development of a platform that leverages AI to provide deep performance insights for athletes, fans, and coaches.

Media Appearances

Steve has no verified media appearances

Work History

12-2024
CTO at iONSport
11-2019
Advisor at Disa Works, Inc.
7-2019
Advisor at Cosmic
4-2019
Advisor at Silvermine Group
4-2019
Advisor at Partnership Brand Management

Education

BA from UC San Diego
MS from UC San Diego

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Insights For Selling To Steve

During A Call Or A Meeting

DO's

  • Focus on the results that your product produces, expect some strategic questions in return
  • During followups, use phone or text if needed, they should be fine
  • Let them know of potential risks but suggest mitigation methods alongside

DONT's

  • Don't focus too much on mutual contacts or bother about other stakeholders, focus on them
  • Avoid putting conscious effort into relationship-building
  • Don't take their patience for granted, avoid long-winding sermons

When Cold Calling

When Writing An Email

While Negotiating & Closing

    The secret to closing fast with Steve is

  • Strong proof of impact and their conviction will matter the most, but they wouldn't want to act unilaterally either
  • Will you ever get a clear answer from Steve

  • They will say no if they are not convinced but you will have to prompt them.

Insights For Deal Planning

    How fast (or slow) will Steve move?

  • They will want to understand things well but can move fast once they have a clear picture.
  • Can Steve take some risk or not?

  • They have good risk tolerance but are likely to think it through once or twice.

You And Steve

Personality Compatibility


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