Coaches often get a bad reputation for focusing only on motivation or short-term wins. But the best coaches help their clients think ahead, prepare strategically, and position themselves for major opportunities like FIFA 2026. This conversation is about elevating the role of coaches from cheerleaders to visionaries—helping small business owners build now for what’s coming next.

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Atlanta-based muralist Kwan The Painter breaks down how art can transform ordinary spaces into unforgettable experiences. This episode explores how muralists partner with communities, small businesses, and Airbnb hosts to increase visibility, value, and demand through creative design. With FIFA 2026 coming to Atlanta, this conversation shows why murals are a smart investment right now for hosts and entrepreneurs.

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Business planner: https://hostcityhustle.com/ai-planner

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🕒 TIMESTAMPS

00:00 — Why creative businesses matter for FIFA host cities

03:45 — Kwan’s journey from teen entrepreneur to Atlanta muralist

07:30 — How murals elevate schools, storefronts, and neighborhoods

11:05 — Standing out in high-traffic areas before the World Cup

14:40 — Community collaboration and Atlanta’s creative culture

17:55 — Why themed Airbnbs outperform standard rentals

21:40 — Pricing murals as an investment, not an expense

25:10 — Timeline, process, and materials behind large-scale murals

29:20 — Traveling for murals and expanding beyond Atlanta

33:30 — Advice for small businesses preparing for FIFA 2026

🔗 FOLLOW & CONTACT

Host City Hustle: https://hostcityhustle.com

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Hosts:

Aharon Goins — https://www.linkedin.com/in/aharon-goins/

DaniMarie Perkins — https://www.linkedin.com/in/itisidanimarie/

Sponsors:

Prosperity Abundance — https://prosperity-abundance.com

Black Box — https://intro.blackboxfranchising.com/danielleperkins

Atlanta murals | FIFA 2026 Atlanta | themed Airbnb design

African football is rising—and the business behind it may define FIFA World Cup 2026. This episode features Adam Kuspiel, Co-Founder and Senior Producer of the Africa Business of Sport Podcast, breaking down African fan travel, football economics, infrastructure growth, and global market opportunities. From host cities to entrepreneurs, this conversation reveals why Africa’s sports business impact matters now more than ever for FIFA 2026.

🕒 TIMESTAMPS

00:00 — Welcome to Host City Hustle & intro to African sports business

03:10 — Nigeria, Ghana & the impact of World Cup qualification

06:25 — How African fan bases travel globally for football

09:05 — Egypt, Senegal & Morocco: teams to watch for 2026

12:30 — Small nations, big opportunity: Africa’s expanded World Cup slots

15:10 — How entrepreneurs can monetize African fan engagement

17:45 — Merch, food, fashion & cultural marketing strategies

20:55 — Hospitality, bars & global watch-party economies

24:15 — Infrastructure, funding & political influence in African football

32:10 — Why FIFA 2026 is a massive moment for Africa & global business

🔗 FOLLOW & CONTACT

https://www.linkedin.com/in/edemspio

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Host City Hustle: https://hostcityhustle.com

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Aharon Goins — https://www.linkedin.com/in/aharon-goins/

DaniMarie Perkins — https://www.linkedin.com/in/itisidanimarie/

SPONSORS

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African sports business | FIFA 2026 Africa | football fan economy