Our Services

Sports and entertainment are unique cultural and economic drivers that are integral parts of our country's modern policy toolkit to influence, educate, and inform global audiences, while at the same time generating billions in revenue for our nation’s economy. As U.S. sports and entertainment properties have become more popular and accessible internationally, it makes them a uniquely effective tool to export U.S. values and ideals to young international audiences.

These ever-growing arenas demand increasing participation from international participants, making quick and seamless movement of talent critical to league, team, production, and brand growth in new markets in and outside the United States. At the same time, international travel has become more difficult than ever, threatening to undercut the potential for athletes and entertainers to maximize their potential.

At Jetr Global Sports + Entertainment, we confront these growing challenges for international professionals and their families, prospects, teams, and staff by streamlining and expediting immigration processes. With decades of experience and a global network of government and private sector stakeholders, we help to create a world where exceptional talent is greeted with opportunity, not barriers.

International Travel Solutions for Athletes + Entertainers

1. Expert Visa Guidance: Ensure full compliance with all U.S. government work visa requirements, and developing best practices for ensuring timely arrival for all international players and staff

2. Visa Application Process: Assist with Department of State (DS)160 form preparation, managing visa document preparation, and preparing applicants for visa interviews

3. Expediting Appointments: Work with a global network to expedite visa appointments and green card interviews at more than 270 U.S. diplomatic missions around the world for all visa classes used by sports and entertainment professionals including P-1A, P-1S, O-1, and B1/B2 visas

4. U.S. and International Passports: Rapid processing of renewal and first-time U.S. and international passports, both for new applications and submissions that are already in process, to ensure on-time travel

5. Collegiate Travel: Manage visa and passport application process for university students, personnel, and collegiate teams for travel to the United States and internationally

6. Global Entry: Fast-track Global Entry interviews, approvals, and renewals. Facilitate Global Entry and U.S. passport mobile processing events at team practice facilities

7. Data Management: Access to AI-based software to provide league-wide tracking for passport and visa expiration and document maintenance for all players, coaches, and staff

8. Flight Arrival Issues: Liaise with U.S. Customs and Border Protection (CBP) at ports of entry to streamline arrival processes for teams playing in international games, both to the host country and on return to the United States

9. International Visas: Assist with visas to foreign countries, including but not limited to: the United Kingdom Canada, Schengen Zone (Europe), Brazil, Japan, South Korea, China, and India.

International Business Growth Strategies

1. Market Entry Strategy: Navigate the complexities of international expansion by tapping into our existing global network and conducting market research to understand the sports landscape in new regions to build strategies to help organizations expand their presence, increase revenue, and grow brand awareness.

2. Global Sponsorship and Partnership Development: Identify global sponsorship and partnership opportunities that align with teams’ goals and design and implement broad sponsorship plans to strengthen team and league’s global presence and expand its partner base. This includes both local and international sales efforts to uncover new opportunities aligned with our vision for worldwide growth and enduring success.

3. Public-Private Partnerships: Lead conversations on collaboration with local entities, governments, existing leagues, and brands in target markets to enhance credibility and grow partnership base. Form partnerships with regional sports leagues to share best practices, increase competitiveness, and gain market insight.

4. Leverage Sports Diplomacy: Use sports as a vehicle for cross-cultural exchange, enhancing business relationships and opening doors to new markets through diplomatic engagement, forging lasting partnerships that bring value to all stakeholders.

5. Target Emerging Markets: Expertise focused on markets such as Africa and Asia where the middle class is growing, and interest in sports interest is increasing. Develop strategies to adapt products, services, and marketing to fit the cultural and consumer preferences of different international markets, leading to long-term business growth.

Government Affairs + Advocacy

With decades of expertise at the intersection of sports, policy, and regulation, we are an invaluable partner for sports and entertainment entities seeking to navigate complex political and regulatory landscapes including:

1. Legislative Advocacy: We work with governments at local, state, and national levels to influence policy and regulation that affects the sports industry including lobbying for favorable legislation, tax incentives, and infrastructure development for stadiums and sporting facilities. Assist teams and studios, athletes and artists navigate congressional advocacy to shape public policy, influence legislation, and represent the interests of their industry.

2. International Relations and Sports Diplomacy: We advise sports entities on strategies for using sports as a tool for international diplomacy, enhancing cross-border partnerships, and navigating geopolitical considerations, especially with global sporting events and sponsorship deals.

3. Crisis Management and Public Affairs: Assisting sports entities in managing public perception and governmental relationships during crises, such as scandals, labor disputes, or other issues that attract regulatory scrutiny.

4. Stakeholder Engagement: Facilitating communication and collaboration between sports organizations and various governmental agencies, ensuring that all stakeholders are aligned in their goals, from across government agencies including the White House and Departments of State, Homeland Security, Commerce, Education, Labor, and Health and Human Services.

5. Corporate Social Responsibility (CSR) and Sustainability: Helping sports entities design and implement programs that align with government initiatives around sustainability, diversity, and community engagement.