George B. Cunningham and Yong Jae Ko
The purpose of this paper is to examine the relationships among diversity, equity and inclusion (DEI), sport and the metaverse.
Abstract
Purpose
The purpose of this paper is to examine the relationships among diversity, equity and inclusion (DEI), sport and the metaverse.
Design/methodology/approach
The authors overview the metaverse, sport applications and ways multilevel theory can help explain the influence of DEI.
Findings
Drawing from multilevel theory, the authors identify parallels between the sport metaverse and traditional sport as well as unique DEI opportunities in the sport metaverse.
Originality/value
The manuscript contributes to the nascent body of research regarding sport and the metaverse, with a specific focus on social issues and the importance of considering unique DEI opportunities.
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Many entrepreneurial firms risk falling into a cash flow “Valley of Death”‐the stage of a young firmʼs life when seed funding is running dry but the firm has yet to secure…
Abstract
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