Hobby Hustle - Episode 18: EJ Ferrer, Fanatics - Director Dealer Relations

OVERVIEW:
Today’s guest is a lifelong collector who is passionate about cards, toys, and people in the collectibles space.

He has evolved from the early days of flipping cards into setting up at shows as a dealer. He then leveraged his design and marketing skills to start to help promote smaller local shows, eventually growing into being a co-founder and Executive Director of The Burbank Card Show.

At the beginning of 2024 he accepted his current position as the Director, Dealer Relations with Fanatics Events.

He has had an incredible run over the past three years, and is one of the genuine “good guys” of The Hobby.

You can find him on IG @dynasty.ej or @fanaticsevents

I’m honored to welcome a passionate collector, entrepreneur, and friend, EJ Ferrer to the show…

GENERAL INFO:
The ultimate podcast where collecting passion and business collide!

Let's face it, we all want to make money by doing something we love. If you could turn your hobby into your job, you'd never work a day in your life. Right?

Welcome to Hobby Hustle, in each episode, we'll dive deep into the stories of passionate collectors who have turned their hobbies into successful businesses. We'll uncover the origins of their collections, unravel the threads of their entrepreneurial journeys, and uncover the highs and lows of their experiences.

From sports cards to comics, from watches to art, from coins to toys - we'll explore a wide range of collectibles, learning what drives our guests' passions and discovering the unique stories behind their prized possessions.

So whether you're a pro looking for inspiration or an aspiring entrepreneur seeking valuable insights, Hobby Hustle is your go-to destination for all things business and collecting.


RELEASE DATE: October 23, 2024

HOSTED BY: Zach Nigut, Collector Creative