Ryan Kota

Ryan Kota is a Clinical Assistant Professor in the Department of Marketing at Arizona State University (ASU), affiliated with the School of Technology, Innovation and Entrepreneurship. He holds a PhD in Sport Management from Florida State University (2018), an MsEd from Baylor University (2011), and a dual BBA/MBA from St. Bonaventure University (2009). Prior to academia, he worked in commercial real estate and consulted for outdoor adventure companies.

His research focuses on sports marketing, sport consumer psychology, and cultural consumption patterns, particularly among ethnic minorities, as well as emerging areas like eSports and daily fantasy sports. He teaches courses such as Fan Behavior and Sports Marketing and Marketing & Business Performance. Ryan has also contributed to special topics courses exploring sports analytics and global marketing strategies.

His scholarly work bridges academic research and practical marketing challenges in the sports industry. While no specific grants or lab affiliations are noted, his teaching emphasizes hands-on projects and student mentorship, drawing from experiences at Southern Methodist University and North Dakota State University.