When the game is over and the curtain calls, we keep the LIGHTS on.
Gene McClendon
Founder and CEO
Originally from St.Louis, Missouri, Gene McClendon is a purpose-driven entrepreneur. For the past 30 years, he has been a successful business owner of Stratos Motorclub International (formerly International Motoring, Inc.). By providing the best in Exotic Vehicles to a select clientele of athletes and entertainers, Gene's exclusive friendships span 30+ years.
Gene founded After Sports and Entertainment Network Group (ASEN), a management organization, to share the greatness that Hall of Fame athletes and Artists have to offer the world.
Committed to providing his clients with the very best in the business pushes ASEN to create bigger and better experiences for our fans, clients, and partnerships. ASEN brings the best to play on the field, play on the court, and entertain on the stage.
Gene prides himself on being called for the task and delivering the dream.
Beverly Hills, CA
"There is no I bigger than team."
The After Sports and Entertainment Network Group is built on the foundation of teamwork and loyalty. Through collaboration, partnerships, and networking, we are able to serve our MVP network with excellence and connect them with the best in the business.
Idris Odutoye
Managing Partner
Baltimore, MD
Idris has been in sales and marketing for technology companies for over 20 years. Through his success in the Technology industry, he has been able to establish a great reputation over that span of time. He prides himself on being honest, transparent, and respectful to everyone he interacts with, especially when it comes to conducting business with others. By having a mentality of always looking to help others first, has made him an important part of the After Sports and Entertainment team.
Evan Rosenblum
Creative Director
Calabasas, CA
Evan Rosenblum spent 2 decades building TMZ and TMZ Sports from the ground up on TV, web and social — EP’ing and hosting various shows across multiple platforms, publishing thousands of news stories online and overseeing a staff of nearly 300 people.
Under his leadership, Rosenblum and his team broke some of the biggest stories in mainstream news, pop culture, and sports – including Ray Rice, Donald Sterling, Kobe Bryant, Aaron Hernandez, and more.
For years, Rosenblum famously hosted the “TMZ Sports” TV show on FS1, while regularly appearing on all other TMZ shows including “TMZ on TV” and “TMZ Live.”
Rosenblum’s accomplishments repeatedly landed him in the prestigious L.A. Daily News Top 50 Most Powerful in L.A. Sports.
After leaving TMZ in 2020, Rosenblum was personally hired by UFC’s Dana White as an executive consultant to work on special projects including the launch of the wildly successful “Power Slap” league.
Rosenblum has also co-created, co-hosted and executive produced multiple successful digital projects including “Politely Raw” with NFL star Pacman Jones and “Real Shh, Right Quick” with 5x UFC champion Tyron Woodley.
Rosenblum is incredibly active in the special needs community — and recently launched the “Driven by Purpose” podcast, which spotlights business leaders working increase employment opportunities for people with disabilities.
As a consultant, Evan played a key role in successfully launching new high profile multimedia projects I Am Athlete, FS1 and more … with a focus on content development, execution and distribution.
Kate Faraone
Marketing Strategist
New York, NY
Kate is originally from the D.C. area and graduated from the University of Georgia in 2024 with a degree in Sport Management and a minor in Business. She grew up playing soccer and lacrosse, but discovered her passion for golf while at UGA. Her experience includes working in hospitality and tournament operations at the 2022, 2023, and 2024 Masters, as well as the FedEx Cup Playoffs at East Lake Golf Club in Atlanta.
Now based in New York City, Kate works in sales for a custom clothing company that helps busy professionals look and feel their best. She is excited to channel her love for sports and people into creating better experiences and opportunities for athletes and fans across the country.
Luis Smith Fontana
Business Development Manager
Madrid, Spain
Luis brings a great deal of Experience to After Sports and Entertainment Network Group. Our MVP Network deserves to receive the maximum exposure in all areas of keeping their Legacy on the forefront. With experience as a Multilingual Sales and Business Development Manager he also adds over 9 years of excellence in business operations with specialization in the Blockchain and Sports Industry. ASENG has diversity across the Globe and Luis being a
Native speaker in English, Spanish and Dutch opens up every opportunity in all cultures.
Our Executive Team
Mitch Richmond
Pro Basketball Hall of Famer
Co-Founder
Vice President / MVP Network
Calabasas, CA