Team Management

Where the rest of us see chaos and confusion, Mike Kennedy brings an aura of clarity and calm. His refined sense of order comes from managing editor stints at a trio of high-pressure trade magazines, and from coordinating research, editing, proofing and fact-checking on more than 50 book projects for five different publishers.

A combination traffic cop and master motivator, Mike knows who’s doing what and makes sure they’re doing it well. Though used to working without a net (just ask the folks at ESPN The Magazine), he’s at his best with the kind of support and resources Black Book Partners brings to bear.

You've Seen His Stuff...

...at your local Barnes & Noble. We’re not sure who keeps track of these things, but Mike may have more sports books on store shelves than anyone in the business. His recent works include titles on Soccer, Skateboarding, Roller Hockey, Football, Baseball and Basketball. He has also co-authored a biography of Olympian Michelle Kwan and a bi-lingual series of books on Latino baseball.

Marketing Background

Mike’s first love has always been non-fiction, but he has dabbled in copywriting from time to time. Mike was the word man on several major ad campaigns—including Konica, Einstein Moomjy and Dunn & Bradstreet—and has produced marketing materials for the pharmaceutical, packaging and inline skating industries.

Secret Talent

Mike is Black Book Partners’ resident golf pro. He plays well enough to make our clients sweat, but never well enough to beat them. Tee it up with him sometime.

Twist his arm...

...and he’ll admit that he spent six years working Saturdays at ABC Sports in New York, mostly so he could watch 20 football games at the same time.