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Jesse Cole

Owner Savannah Bananas

Jesse Cole is the founder of Fans First Entertainment, known for owning the Savannah Bananas. The Bananas have 1M+ fans, have sold out every game since inception, and been featured on major media outlets. Jesse is also an author and speaker, advocating for standing out and prioritizing customers and employees.

Bachelor's Degree in Humanities - Leadership 2003-2007
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Recent Posts

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Fans First

What is the Craziest Thing Your Business Has Ever Done?

Jesse Cole - May 2, 2024

In this captivating episode of the Fans First series, Jesse Cole, the mastermind behind the Savannah Bananas, shares with us that in the competitive world of marketing, standing out often means taking bold, unconventional steps. A prime example is a company that captured the essence of St.

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Fans First

Challenge Your Industry

Jesse Cole - April 25, 2024

In todays competitive landscape, simply meeting industry standards is insufficient for long-term success. Businesses must strive to exceed these benchmarks by creating unique and memorable customer experiences, as demonstrated by companies like Netflix and Shoreline Construction.

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Fans First

Third Inning: Whatever is Normal, Do The Exact Opposite

Jesse Cole - April 18, 2024

In a world where most businesses adhere to traditional practices, the Savannah Bananas baseball team stands out by doing the exact opposite. The organization's philosophy is simple yet revolutionary: "Whatever's normal, do the exact opposite.

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Fans First

Listen Carefully, Respond Creatively

Jesse Cole - April 12, 2024

In this captivating episode of the Fans First series, Jesse Cole, the mastermind behind the Savannah Bananas, delves into the transformative business philosophy of "listen carefully, respond creatively." This approach has not only skyrocketed the Savannah Bananas to fame but also serves as a universal blueprint for revolutionizing customer service and engagement across all sectors.

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Bonus Content

Being Fans First Created a Team Bigger Than Baseball

Jesse Cole - January 17, 2023

The classic line from Field of Dreams is, if you build it, they will come. In Savannah, Georgia, a more appropriate baseball saying might be, if you make it fun, they will come.

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Articles

The Story Behind the Massive Success of the Savannah Bananas

Jesse Cole - April 12, 2022

If you've browsed social media recently there's a decent chance you've seen a video of the Savannah Bananas. Everything from hitters doing the splits, to dancing grandmas, to flaming bats - nothing is off-limits.

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