Scott Kirkpatrick

Scott Kirkpatrick is a founding partner of Chicago Sports & Entertainment Partners (CSEP), a leading athlete representation and sports marketing firm with a specialty in Olympic and Paralympic athletes. He is a trusted advisor whose career has centered on building meaningful partnerships among athletes, brands, and major sporting organizations.

Throughout his career, Scott has helped companies identify opportunities that go beyond traditional sponsorship—creating programs that connect business objectives with compelling athlete stories and authentic audience engagement. He is particularly passionate about elevating Olympic and Paralympic athletes and helping them translate their achievements, personal journeys, and values into lasting opportunities.

Scott brings a practical, relationship-driven perspective to every engagement. His work has given him a front-row view of what it takes to overcome obstacles, build trust, recognize opportunity, and perform under pressure.

Scott is a graduate of Middlebury College and Northwestern University’s Kellogg School of Management.