Diogo Kotscho

Diogo Kotscho is a Communications and Marketing professional with proven track record in developing and implementing comprehensive marketing strategies. Known for collaborating effectively with teams to drive successful campaigns and adapt to evolving market needs. Expertise in content creation, brand management, and digital marketing, combined with results-oriented mindset.

Leader and board advisor with more than 23 years of experience driving brand growth across elite sports organizations. As Director of Marketing and Communications at Neom SC, he architects the club’s identity, crafts compelling narratives and oversees all social media and content initiatives for a global audience. He also consults for emerging ventures, guiding executive teams on sponsorship, digital strategy and storytelling. In 2025, he served as Director of Communications for Clube Atlético Mineiro, one of Brazil’s premier football clubs. From January 2019 to June 2022, he was Senior Vice President of Communications at Orlando City SC and Orlando Pride—leading PR, broadcast and digital divisions through pivotal moments, including the pandemic, and earning the Sports Business Journal Social Media Team of the Year award and two Emmys. Prior to his club roles, Diogo led Octagon Brazil’s communications arm (2010–2014), spearheading press and marketing campaigns for legends such as Kaká (21 years), Roberto Carlos, Cafu, Neymar and Paulo Ganso. During his four years at AB InBev, he coordinated media strategy for the Brazilian National Team and managed communications for superstars Kaká and Ronaldo, delivering campaigns that resonated on five continents.

A graduate of Pontifícia Universidade Católica de São Paulo (Journalism) and Full Sail University (Sports Media & Marketing), he blends academic rigor with hands-on expertise. Holding Brazilian, Italian and U.S. citizenships, Diogo brings a multicultural lens to every engagement.

• Communication & Marketing Consultant & Board Advisor (Self-Employed) | Orlando, FL, USA June 2022 – August 2024
• Vice President of Football, APBR – Associação Patrocínio Brasil | Orlando, FL, USA July 2023 – December 2024
• Board Advisor, Retize | Orlando, FL, USA April 2023 – December 2024
• Advisory Council Member, Feel The Match | Rio de Janeiro, Brazil September 2022 – December 2024
• Professor, CBF Academy | Rio de Janeiro, Brazil February 2020 – December 2024
• Communications Consultant, Kaká | Orlando, FL, USA June 2001 – December 2024