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Turning Sports Sponsorships into Strategic Communications Platforms

MVT helps brands and sports organizations translate sponsorship investments into structured
communications programs that drive narrative, visibility, and business relevance.

Sports bring us together.


They give us winners and losers, and the opportunity to cheer, brag, congratulate and console.


They drive intense audience focus better than just about any other expression of culture.


Brands and organizations that understand this, invest in sports.


Their investments are powerful opportunities to reach audiences, shape perception, and build lasting affinity. But sponsorship investments only each their full potential when they are supported by clear communications strategy and fully integrated deployment.

 


MVT is a strategic communications consultancy focused on sports partnerships.​

 


We help brands and sports organizations translate partnerships into structured communications programs that drive narrative, media visibility, fan engagement and business relevance.


Our work combines deep expertise in consumer and B2B storytelling, enterprise communications, B2B storytelling, and the global sports ecosystem.

CAPABILITIES

WHAT WE CREATE

Sponsorship Narrative Strategy

At MVT, we are storytellers, crafting your brand’s narrative through compelling sports partnerships.

 

Our expertise in campaign architecture, platform messaging strategy, and audience segmentation converts sponsorship investment into a strategic asset for business positioning and long-term brand value.

Cisco Systems x McLaren Racing

MVT brought together the high-speed worlds of F1 racing and internet to demonstrate how  championship-level performance on the track can be brought to any business.

Cisco Systems x NFL

MVT led all external and internal marketing efforts around Cisco’s partnership with the NFL, driving year-round awareness around all that goes into connecting and protecting the Super Bowl.

Strategic Communications Planning

We go beyond just cultivating a strong story, we bring it to life.

 

Once a narrative is defined, we produce integrated communication plans, campaign architecture, and clear communication calendars for sustained visibility.

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Media Activation

MVT activates sponsorship platforms through coordinated storytelling, media engagement, and communications initiatives designed to extend the reach and relevance of the partnership.

 

From tactical story development to thought leadership initiatives, MVT ensures that each activation builds on the broader narrative and results in earned media amplification.

BNP Paribas Open x lululemon

MVT increased earned media engagement for the BNP Paribas Open x lululemon partnership, positioning the brand as a lifestyle and fitness leader in the tennis space. 

The National Sports Collectors Convention

Our partnership with the National Sports Collectors Convention developed its year-round social media strategy and created a more recognizable brand presence by analyzing past performance and audience insight.

Campaign, Insights, and Analysis

After launch, MVT monitors campaign performance to analyze what is driving visibility, narrative impact, and audience engagement.

 

We translate performance data across media, digital, and messaging channels into actionable insights to inform future campaigns and refine platform optimization strategy.

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Our Work

MVT works with brands and sports organizations to translate sponsorship platforms into strategic communications programs.


Our work spans global sponsorship ecosystems, major sporting events, and organizations using sport to build narrative, reach audiences, and strengthen relationships.

Our Work
CLIENTS

Company We Keep

We are embedded in the versatility to communicate brand stories no matter the sport and stage. Our narrative strategy scales from Olympic levels to weekend festivals to ensure sponsorships drive vision, visibility, and relevance.

CISCO MVT PR
The National Sports Collectors Convention MVT PR
Northwestern University Medill School of Journalism MVT PR
BNP Paribas Open at Indian Wells MVT PR
Octagon MVT PR
Winston Salem Open MVT PR
International Tennis Hall of Fame MVT PR
Kimberly Clark Professional MVT PR
Allied Sports MVT PR
Meet the Team

Meet the Team

The MVT team deep experience across enterprise communications, media relations, and the global sports ecosystem.


Our team works closely with brands and sports organizations to translate sponsorship platforms into structured communications programs that drive visibility, narrative, and influence.

Matt Van Tuinen

Matt Van Tuinen

Founder,
Chief Executive Officer Emeritus
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Shane Winn

Vice President, 
Strategy & Creative
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Chris Taylor

Chief Executive Officer
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Mitch Arman

Account Lead,
Social & Web
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Sara Romano

Vice President,
Operations & Client Leadership
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Joe Weinberg

Account Lead,
Planning & Editorial​

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