This Throwback Thursday episode blends key insights from Paul Long, Cedric Austin, and Linus of Bravo Zulu Security on what it truly takes to prepare for FIFA 2026. From early planning and contracting opportunities to fan-zone operations and safety, this short episode delivers the essentials every business should know before the crowds arrive. Consider this your early warning — and your advantage.

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If you love the insights in this mashup, make sure you go back and hear each guest’s full conversation:

Paul — Host City Hustle Ep 10: Funding Programs Seattle Small Businesses Should Use Before FIFA 2026

Linus — EHost City Hustle EP 4: From Military Service to Small Business —Bravo Zulu on Securing the World Cup

Cedric — Host City Hustle Ep 7: FIFA 2026 Opportunities: Cedric Austin on Contracts & Fan Zones

Each episode goes deeper into their strategies, stories, and World Cup readiness tips — and this mashup will hit even harder once you hear the full context.

Keywords: World Cup 2026, small business readiness, partnerships, team building, collaboration, Seattle, FIFA opportunities, revenue growth, community connections, business development.

00:00 – 00:41 — Intro

00:41 – 02:15 — Paul Long on planning + capital readiness

02:15 – 05:12 — Cedric Austin on fan zones + contracting

05:12 – 07:10 — Linus (Bravo Zulu Security) on safety + operations

07:10 – 07:45 — Outro

FIFA 2026, Small Business, Preparation