Podcast appearances and mentions of Wayne Kimmel

On this episode of the SeventySix Capital Sports Leadership Show, Wayne Kimmel interviewed the COO & Co-Founder of Vetri Restaurant Group, Jeff Benjamin.After graduating from The University of Massachusetts Amherst, Benjamin met Marc Vetri in New York City while working in the food industry. When Marc decided to return to his native Philadelphia to open Vetri Cucina, he tapped Benjamin to be his business partner and general manager—and the rest is history.Today, Benjamin serves as co-founder of Vetri Cucina, and has worked alongside Marc to open many restaurants in the past 25 years including Fiorella, Fiore Rosso and MVP located in the Philadelphia area, and Osteria Fiorella and Vetri Cucina in Las Vegas. Benjamin is the co-founder and a board member of the Vetri Community Partnership. In 2015, he published his first book, Front of the House: Restaurant Manners, Misbehaviors & Secrets, a behind-the-scenes look at the details that go into an evening out. In addition to operating restaurants, Benjamin enjoys helping entrepreneurs in the food and beverage industry through angel investing and consultation. Benjamin recently released, "Extra Innings: A Memoir of Fathers, Sons, Fandom, and Fate" which explores the relationships between generations and the passion of being a sports fan, and the bond between a father and son through their shared love for the Chicago Cubs. Benjamin intertwines themes of family, faith, social justice, and personal growth.Currently he is an investor and sits on the boards of Federal Donuts, a quick serve restaurant company, and Simply Good Jars, a CPG salad product for the foodservice and grocery industry.Benjamin lives in Philadelphia with his wife, Melissa, and has two daughters. When not working, he can be found spending time with his family and rooting for his beloved sports teams, the Cubs and 76ers.Jeff Benjamin:LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/in/jeff-benjamin-57472a132/X: @RkBenji

On this episode of the SeventySix Capital Sports Leadership Show, Wayne Kimmel interviewed Randy Pritzker, the former CEO of Omicron Group.Pritzker is the former CEO of Omicron Consulting, a company specializing in application development, network services, and hardware/software reselling. During his tenure, he launched initiatives like XMLabs to provide specialized consulting services. Pritzker graduated from Pennsylvania State University with a degree in marketing. Beyond his corporate career, Pritzker has served as a high school basketball referee, demonstrating his commitment to community involvement and sportsmanship.

On this episode of the SeventySix Capital Sports Leadership Show, Wayne Kimmel interviewed the Executive Chairman of Playfly Sports and Venture Partner at SeventySix Capital, Michael Schreiber. Schreiber brings his operational experience and media competency to the SeventySix Capital team as it continues to invest in the convergence of the physical and digital worlds in sports, where media serves as the glue between the two. Additionally, he uses his expansive network to grow SeventySix Capital's strategic investor base and enhances the team's media, digital, and television relationships.Schreiber is the Executive Chairman of Playfly the company he founded in 2020 with the backing of Sinclair Broadcast Group and Access Holdings. Playfly has four key business divisions - media, properties, technology and global partnerships. As the CEO of Playfly, Schreiber completed more than 10 acquisitions, and the employee count grew to more than 1,000 people. Playfly works with more than 2,000 brand partners, which include professional teams and college athletics departments such as Auburn, LSU, Maryland, Michigan State, Penn State, USC, Villanova, Virginia, and Virginia Tech.Schreiber served as the Chief Content Officer at Fortune 500 company Altice USA and President of Altice USA News. He was a founding member of Altice USA, part of their first management team, their 2017 IPO, and a key stakeholder in their acquisition of Cheddar. As president, Schreiber had direct oversight of its 13 networks and 600+ people. Prior to joining Altice USA, he spent 14 years at NBCUniversal and Comcast in several commercial, operating and revenue roles, including SVP of Content at Comcast, and VP of Business Development & Strategy at NBCUniversal Digital Distribution. During his time at Comcast NBCUniversal, Schreiber helped partner in the development, formation and launch of Hulu in 2007. He was also involved in some of the media industry's first digital distribution deals with the likes of Netflix, Amazon, and Apple. He also has board experience, competency in revenue and value generation, and turn-around and restructuring skills via his time as an Altice executive. He graduated from the University of Virginia, has a Master of Business Administration from the Kellogg School of Management at Northwestern University, and attended an executive education program at Harvard Business School.Michael Schreiber:LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/in/michael-schreiber-4b262a1/X: https://x.com/maschreiberModernizing the Business of College Sports Report

On this episode of the SeventySix Capital Sports Leadership Show, Wayne Kimmel interviewed Mark Hicks & Clint Hangebrauck from the NCAA. As Managing Director of Enforcement, Hick's primary role involves leading Enforcement's sport and issue-specific relationship and development initiatives, which include sports wagering, NIL, football, basketball, baseball, and track and field. His work involves helping member institutions and conferences navigate complex NCAA regulations while consulting public and private entities as they intersect with the NCAA.Hangebrauck has been the Managing Director of Enterprise Risk Management at the NCAA since January 2022. He has over 14 years of experience at the NCAA, previously serving as the Director of Quality Control in the Enforcement Department for over 8 years. In his current role, Hangebrauck is responsible for overseeing enterprise risk management initiatives for the organization.Mark Hicks:LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/in/mark-hicks-02a4661b6/Clint Hangebrauck:LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/in/clint-hangebrauck-7babb712/

On this episode of the SeventySix Capital Sports Leadership Show, Wayne Kimmel interviewed the Sports Broadcaster for the University of Maryland, Johnny Holliday. Holliday is a prominent broadcaster in Washington, with over 50 years of experience in radio and television. He has been the play-by-play voice for the University of Maryland for 45 years, covering more than 1,600 football and basketball games, including 16 bowl games and a national championship in 2002.Holliday has also called games for George Washington University basketball, Navy football, and the Washington Nationals, among others. He hosted the Nationals' pre and post-game shows on MASN for 12 seasons and has contributed to ABC Radio Network sports reports and event coverage for the Olympics, The Masters, and more.His accolades include "Washingtonian of the Year," induction into the Washington DC Sports Hall of Fame, and the Maryland Sportscaster of the Year award. Holliday is also a recognized member of various sports halls of fame and has received numerous awards for his contributions to sports broadcasting.Johnny Holliday:LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/in/johnny-holliday-39661310/X: @hollidaykid

On this episode of the SeventySix Capital Sports Leadership Show, Wayne Kimmel interviewed the Sports Broadcaster for the University of Maryland, Johnny Holliday. Holliday is a prominent broadcaster in Washington, with over 50 years of experience in radio and television. He has been the play-by-play voice for the University of Maryland for over 45 years, covering more than 1,600 football and basketball games, including 16 bowl games and a national championship in 2002.Holliday has also called games for George Washington University basketball, Navy football, and the Washington Nationals, among others. He hosted the Nationals' pre and post-game shows on MASN for 12 seasons and has contributed to ABC Radio Network sports reports and event coverage for the Olympics, The Masters, and more.His accolades include "Washingtonian of the Year," induction into the Washington DC Sports Hall of Fame, and the Maryland Sportscaster of the Year award. Holliday is also a recognized member of various sports halls of fame and has received numerous awards for his contributions to sports broadcasting.Johnny Holliday:LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/in/johnny-holliday-39661310/X: @hollidaykid

On this episode of the SeventySix Capital Sports Leadership Show, Wayne Kimmel interviewed the Chairman of MGM, Paul Salem. Salem serves as Chairman of the Board of MGM Resorts International (NYSE: MGM), the global hospitality and entertainment company, and was formerly Chairman of MGM Growth Properties (NYSE: MGP) and is the Founder of Salem Capital Management and The Salem Foundation.Previously, Salem spent 27 years helping build and lead Providence Equity Partners, a global private equity firm specializing in the media, communication, and technology industries. Salem was a Senior Managing Director on Providence Equity's investment team and served as a member of the investment committee and management committees, helping grow the firm to over $50 billion of assets under management. In 1999, Salem established the London office for Providence Equity and in 2008 launched Providence Equity's credit affiliate, Benefit Street Partners. In 2014, Salem led the purchase of Merganser, a Providence Equity affiliate, and in 2017, formed Providence Public, a long/short hedge fund.Salem served as chairman or director for many of Providence Equity's portfolio companies, including Asurion, Eircom, Grupo TorreSur, Madison River Telecom, MetroNet (formerly AT&T Canada), PanAmSat, Tele1 Europe, Verio, and Wired Magazine.Salem is involved in the leadership of several non-profit organizations, including serving as Chairman at Woods Hole Oceanagraphic Institute, board member of Edesia Global Nutrition, and advisory board member of the Carney Institute for Brain Science at Brown University. He formerly served as Chairman of Year Up. He earned an MBA from Harvard Business School and a B.A. from Brown University.Paul Salem:LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/in/paul-salem-42a807191/

On this episode of the SeventySix Capital Sports Leadership Show, Wayne Kimmel interviewed the Executive Editor of Sports Business Journal, Abe Madkour. Abraham Madkour brings more than 20 years of experience covering the business of sports and serves as Executive Editor of Sports Business Journal, Sports Business Daily/Global. He is responsible for shaping the editorial direction of the publications while managing the entire editorial staff. He also oversees the editorial content for the various conferences produced by the Sports Business Group, including the prestigious World Congress of Sports, Sports Business Awards and Forty Under 40 awards. Madkour writes weekly editorials and pro le features of the management and leadership strategies of leading industry executives. He is a frequent industry speaker and serves as the lead moderator and editorial spokesman at all of the company's events.Abe Madkour:LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/in/abe-madkour-493646/

On this episode of the SeventySix Capital Sports Leadership Show, Wayne Kimmel interviewed Cheryl and Pat Colleluori from the HEADstrong Foundation. The HEADstrong Foundation is a nonprofit organization dedicated to improving the lives of families affected by cancer. Founded by Nicholas Colleluori, a collegiate lacrosse player diagnosed with Diffuse Large B-Cell non-Hodgkin's Lymphoma, the foundation was born from his vision to provide essential support to those facing similar challenges. Based in Philadelphia, HEADstrong offers financial, residential, and emotional assistance to patients and their families across the United States, particularly those undergoing specialized cancer care.The foundation operates impactful programs such as Nick's House, a residential facility for families traveling for treatment, and funds innovative cancer research initiatives like the Nicholas E. Colleluori Lymphoma Research Fund. Through events, fundraising campaigns, and community outreach, HEADstrong continues to fulfill Nick's legacy of hope and resilience.SeventySix Capital Home Field Advantage Donation Link: https://pledge.headstrong.org/campaign/660298/donateThe HEADstrong Foundation:LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/company/headstrongfnd/posts/?feedView=allX: https://x.com/HEADstrongFndInstagram: https://www.instagram.com/headstrongfnd/

On this episode of the SeventySix Capital Sports Leadership Show, Wayne Kimmel interviewed the President and CEO of the American Gaming Association, Bill Miller. Miller is the President and CEO of the American Gaming Association (AGA), which represents the $329 billion U.S. casino industry. Since joining the AGA in 2019, Miller has elevated the association's influence in Washington, advanced key industry priorities, and deepened member engagement. In 2019, the American Gaming Association (AGA) launched the "Have A Game Plan" campaign to educate sports fans about the principles of responsible sports betting. This campaign emphasizes key guidelines, including setting a budget and adhering to it, keeping betting a social activity, understanding the odds, and placing bets with trusted, regulated operators. In 2021, SeventySix Capital became the first investment firm to join the initiative. Most notably, under Miller's leadership, the AGA navigated the gaming industry through the COVID-19 pandemic. He led the advocacy effort that united AGA members and the broader gaming industry, secured unprecedented federal relief and created a favorable policy landscape for gaming's remarkable recovery. He has advanced efforts to strengthen the gaming industry's commitment to responsibility, build a sustainable legal sports betting market, accelerate casino payments modernization, diminish the illegal gambling market, and initiate industry-wide efforts on workforce development and sustainability. Miller has also reinvigorated the Global Gaming Expo, the gaming industry's premier tradeshow. Miller has more than three decades of experience on Capitol Hill and representing business interests in Washington, D.C. Prior to joining the AGA, Miller served as the top lobbyist at Business Roundtable, the association of chief executive officers of America's leading companies. During his tenure, he led consequential lobbying efforts to pass the landmark 2017 tax reform legislation and usher in the United States-Mexico-Canada Agreement. Miller also spent time as a partner at international corporate communications firm Brunswick, providing strategic counsel to several U.S. and international corporations. At the U.S. Chamber of Commerce, Miller served as senior vice president and national political director. Miller drove the Chamber's political affairs and federal lobbying efforts for more than a decade, where he created a favorable policy environment for the U.S. business community to thrive. Early in his career, Miller served as chief of staff and campaign manager for Representative Constance A. Morella (MD-8), overseeing the Congresswoman's legislative and political agenda. Miller is recognized as an influential leader in Washington, including being named to Washingtonian magazine's Most Influential People List (2021, 2022, 2023 and 2024) and The Hill's Top Lobbyists (2019, 2020, 2021, 2022, 2023 and 2024). Miller is a member of the U.S. Chamber of Commerce's C100, and he also sits on the Editorial Advisory Board of Global Gaming Business and iGB Executive. He currently serves as a member of the Board of Governors for Ford's Theater, and he also sits on the Boards of Directors for the International Center for Responsible Gaming, Public Affairs Council, U.S. Travel Association, and the National Alliance to End Homelessness, where he chairs its Finance Committee. Miller earned a B.A. degree from the University of Maryland and J.D. from American University Washington College of Law. He resides in Washington, D.C. with his two sons. Bill Miller: LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/in/williamcmiller/ X: https://x.com/BillMillerAGA

On this episode of the SeventySix Capital Sports Leadership Show, Wayne Kimmel interviewed the Executive Producer of Foul Territory, Scott Braun. Braun is the executive producer and host of Foul Territory. Foul Territory is a digital baseball show hosted by former All-Stars A.J. Pierzynski, Todd Frazier, Cameron Maybin, Jonathan Papelbon, Trevor May and Jason Kipnis along with 11-year MLB catcher Erik Kratz and former MLB Network host Braun. The show streams live Monday-Friday and features authentic takes on the spiciest baseball topics, unfiltered conversations with the top voices in the sport, and groundbreaking betting coverage. Prior to Foul Territory, Braun was a host and reporter appearing across MLB Network's programming, including the Emmy Award-winning flagship studio show MLB Tonight as well as MLB Now, The Rundown, High Heat, Quick Pitch, Plays of the Week, and MLB Network Strike Zone. Braun also served as a studio host on NHL Network, a play-by-play broadcaster for Pac-12 Network and SportsNet New York (SNY), including New York Mets games, and a host on sports talk radio shows on SiriusXM. Braun also served as a college basketball play-by-play announcer and the host of ESPN.com's Heat Index, covering the Miami Heat. In addition to his work for ESPN, Braun reported feature stories around the country for CBS Sports Network and was a studio host on CBSSports.com, including Fantasy Football Today. Previously, Braun was an anchor for Westwood One National Radio during the 2014 Winter Olympics. Scott Braun: LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/in/scottbraunllc/ Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/scottbraun/ X: https://x.com/scottbraun

On this episode of the SeventySix Capital Sports Leadership Show, Wayne Kimmel interviewed Sports Scientist, Dr. Erik Korem. Dr. Erik Korem is a pioneering figure in sports science and human performance, with over 15 years of experience in elite athletics. He has made significant contributions to the NFL and NCAA, introducing athlete tracking technologies and establishing groundbreaking sports science programs. His work has led to substantial reductions in injuries and improvements in athlete performance. As the founder and CEO of AIM7, Dr. Korem is now applying his expertise to the rapidly growing sport of pickleball. AIM7 is the first pickleball app designed to prevent pain and injury while enhancing performance. By leveraging wearable technology and health data, AIM7 provides personalized recommendations for exercise, recovery, and mental fitness, helping pickleball players optimize their game and overall well-being. Dr. Korem's unique blend of academic knowledge, practical experience, and innovative thinking positions him as a leading authority on health and performance in the pickleball community. Dr. Erik Korem: LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/in/erikkorem/ Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/erikkorem/ X: https://x.com/ErikKorem

On this episode of the SeventySix Capital Sports Leadership Show, Wayne Kimmel interviewed Sports Social Media Expert, Aaron Eisman. A Los Angeles native, Eisman attended Dodgers, USC, Lakers, and Clippers games as a kid, which led him to study Journalism with a focus on sports journalism in college. This built the foundation for his work after graduation: Joining the first social media team at Turner Sports. After working at other organizations, including Bleacher Report and the NFL Network, Aaron started Eisman Digital. Eisman Digital is a social media consulting firm for athletes, sports agencies, and various other brands. With twelve years of experience, Aaron brings his deep, extensive knowledge of the social media sphere straight to his roster of clients. Aaron Eisman: LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/in/aaroneisman503/ Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/asiegaleisman/X: https://x.com/ASiegalEisman

On this episode of the SeventySix Capital Sports Leadership Show, Wayne Kimmel interviewed Dylan Robbins, CEO of our portfolio company, Lucra. Lucra, an emerging market leader in social gamification technology, today announced it has raised $10 million led by SeventySix Capital, 7GC, Steve Kuhn, and NBA MVP Giannis Antetokounmpo, alongside a who's who of professional team owners and athletes. Additional prominent investors and advisors in the company include professional team owners Marc Lasry (ex-Milwaukee Bucks), Arthur Blank (Atlanta Falcons), and Dennis Wong (LA Clippers), former WNBA president Donna Orender, tennis champions John Isner and James Blake, NFL players Zach Ertz and Emmanuel Sanders, and more. Robbins is currently Founder & CEO of Lucra Sports. Prior to Lucra - Robbins founded and sold Lifetime Vintage, a wine e-commerce platform focused on making wine more approachable. Before diving into entrepreneurship, Robbins started his career at Goldman Sachs in the Investment Banking Division. He is a graduate of Stanford Business School and Duke University, and currently lives in New York City. Lucra: LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/company/lucra-sports/ X: https://twitter.com/LucraSports Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/lucrasports/ Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/lucrasports YouTube: https://www.youtube.com/channel/UCMKf_D_n80bE9OjegIcPRJA Dylan Robbins: LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/in/dylan-robbins-56338b63/ Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/drobzingis/

On this episode of the SeventySix Capital Sports Leadership Show, Wayne Kimmel interviewed Bill Pascrell III, Special Advisor to our portfolio company IC360. As Special Advisor, Pascrell will focus on policy development, strategic guidance, and strengthening IC360's position as the trusted authority in gaming compliance and integrity solutions. Pascrell is a Partner at Princton Public Affairs Group, Inc, the nation's largest state based public, regulatory and government affairs firm. He is a lawyer, strategic advisor, and consultant in the gaming sector through dozens of clients throughout the globe from the U.S., Canada, United Kingdom, Israel, Europe, South America, and Australia. He is recognized as one of the nation's top experts on internet gaming, lottery, horse racing, poker, esports, and sports betting, and continues to advise governments across the globe on issues involving the gaming industry. Pascrell serves on the Board of the Etain Foundation US, since its creation in 2019, with a focus on safer betting and gaming, grassroots sports, diversity in technology and projects with a clear link to the communities in which Entain operates. The Foundation has invested in dozens of projects to support its mission of integrity, compliance and responsible gaming. These programs include the creation and launch of the Seton Hall University Law School Boot Camp on Compliance, Integrity and Responsible gaming; a research partnership with UNLV creating initiatives to apply best practices in responsible gambling, policy and health; and alliances with NCAA and Professional Leagues to educate players about responsible gaming to name just a few. This work has earned he Enatoin Foundation US and Bill Pascrell, III many global responsible gaming honors and wards from organizations like SBC, GDC, EGR, and VIXIO. Pascrell led the successful 10-year campaign to legalize sports betting in the United States, culminating with the repeal of the Professional and Amateur Sports Protection Act (PASPA) by the U.S. Supreme Court and has worked in every state that has legalized sports betting since the repeal of PASPA in 2018. Pascrell also quarterbacked a successful campaign to pass the first-in-the-nation Online Gaming Act in New Jersey in 2013 and helped develop the regulatory regime that implemented the legislation. He has work in all 7 states that have legalized online gaming and continues his advocacy to further expand online gaming to other interested states. He has also been a pioneer in passing first in the nation legislation on Lottery Courier, Esports Wagering and Fixed Odds-Horse Racing. Public service and governance have been a cornerstone of Pascrell's career. He has served as Counsel to New Jersey Governor James Florio (1989-1992), Chief of Staff to US Congressman Herb Klein(1992-1994), and Passaic County Counsel from 1998 to 2019, advising on critical governance matters through multiple terms. Nationally, Pascrell has been a trusted political advisor to prominent leaders, including Presidents Bill Clinton, Barack Obama and Joe Biden, U.S. Senator and Democratic Presidential nominees U.S. Senator John Kerry and Secretary of State Hillary Clinton, U.S. Senator Jon Corzine, U.S. Senator Frank Lautenberg, and Governors James E. McGreevey, Richard Codey and Phil Murphy. A graduate of Rutgers University, Pascrell earned his law degree from Seton Hall University School of Law and has completed executive programs at Harvard University's Kennedy School of Government. His blend of academic excellence and practical leadership has earned him recognition as one of the most influential figures in public administration and governance. Bill Pascrell III: LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/in/billpascrell/ Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/pascrell3rd/ X: https://x.com/BillPascrell3rd

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On this episode of the SeventySix Capital Sports Leadership Show, Wayne Kimmel interviewed Dave Rebuck, Special Advisor to our portfolio company IC360. David L. Rebuck was appointed by Governor Chris Christie in 2011 as Director of the New Jersey Division of Gaming Enforcement. Before that, he served for 23 years as a Deputy Attorney General, specializing in policy guidance and regulatory reform. He played a key role in the legalization and implementation of internet gaming in New Jersey, with the state launching its online gaming platform in November 2013. Rebuck was instrumental in New Jersey's efforts to legalize sports betting, culminating in the U.S. Supreme Court's 2018 decision to overturn PASPA, allowing states to legalize sports wagering. Additionally, Rebuck led the opening of Hard Rock and Ocean Resorts casinos on the same day in June 2018.He holds a BA from Gettysburg College, a master's degree from the University of Vermont, and a law degree from Widener University. In 2013, he was recognized as Regulator of the Year by the International Masters of Gaming Law and is a member of the New Jersey Bar. Dave Rebuck: LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/in/david-rebuck-295930111/

In this captivating episode of the Rainmaker Podcast, host Gui Costin engages with Wayne Kimmel, CEO and founder of SeventySix Capital, a venture capital company revolutionizing the sports industry. With a career spanning investments in tech, sports media, and entertainment, Kimmel shares insights into his company's mission to back entrepreneurs who are redefining the sports landscape using innovative technologies like AI, data analytics, and augmented reality.Kimmel recounts how SeventySix Capital started in 1999, focusing on groundbreaking ventures like SeamlessWeb, Take Care Health Systems, and NutriSystem, before transitioning to the sports industry in 2018. Today, the firm is laser-focused on investing in technologies that enhance both on-field performance and the fan experience. From AI-driven data solutions to smart bats developed by portfolio companies like Diamond Kinetics, Kimmel illustrates how technology is democratizing access to professional-grade tools, making them available to athletes at all levels.A recurring theme in the discussion is the intersection of sports and innovation. Kimmel highlights notable investments, such as C360, which developed the pylon cam technology widely used in NFL broadcasts by all the major media networks. He explains how these technologies create immersive experiences for fans and unlock new revenue streams for sports organizations. Kimmel also delves into SeventySix Capital's strategic use of thought leadership and media, including the SeventySix Capital Sports Leadership Show, to attract top-tier entrepreneurs and maintain its industry edge.The conversation touches on broader trends shaping the sports ecosystem, including the integration of AI and data analytics, the rise of sports betting, and the expanding role of major tech players like Amazon and Apple in sports broadcasting. Kimmel also underscores the critical importance of integrity and compliance in regulated industries like sports betting, emphasizing SeventySix Capital's commitment to creating safe, fun, and sustainable business models.Closing the episode, Kimmel reflects on the immense opportunities within the $3 trillion sports industry, from fan engagement to advanced tech adoption. He credits SeventySix Capital's success to its ability to source groundbreaking ideas, build meaningful relationships, and push the boundaries of innovation. This insightful episode is a must-listen for anyone interested in the future of sports, technology, and investment.

On this episode of the SeventySix Capital Sports Leadership Show, Wayne Kimmel interviewed Legendary Basketball Coach Phil Martelli. Martelli is a legendary basketball coach with a career spanning nearly five decades, known for his leadership, integrity, and dedication. He spent 34 years at Saint Joseph's University, first as an assistant and then as head coach for 24 years, before joining the University of Michigan's basketball program in 2019 as associate head coach under Juwan Howard. At Michigan, Martelli helped lead the team to significant achievements, including a 2021 Big Ten title and back-to-back Sweet 16 appearances in the NCAA Tournament. Martelli's coaching success includes numerous postseason victories, with highlights such as guiding Saint Joseph's to an undefeated regular season in 2003-04 and earning National Coach of the Year honors in 2004. He is the all-time leader in career wins at Saint Joseph's and has produced multiple NBA players, including Jameer Nelson and Delonte West. Beyond basketball, Martelli is committed to community service and education through his "Make a Difference" initiative. His goal is to inspire people—whether in schools, workplaces, or sports teams—to create positive change by embracing gratitude, building meaningful relationships, and striving for continuous improvement. Martelli has also been active in fundraising for cancer research and has received several honorary doctorates and community service awards for his contributions. Inducted into the Philadelphia Sports Hall of Fame in 2022, Martelli is not only respected for his coaching accomplishments but also for his impact on the lives of those he mentors. Phil Martelli: Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/phil_martelli/ X: https://x.com/PhilMartelli

On this World Series Special Edition of the SeventySix Capital Sports Leadership Show, Wayne Kimmel interviewed Scott Sadin, COO of IC360. Kimmel and Handron discuss the business side of the World Series, including ticket prices, players' salaries, viewership, and, of course, sports betting. Sadin has experience in operational management stemming from financial services institutions such as Apollo Global Management, Tourbillon Capital and MSD Partners. While working in financial services, Sadin helped develop trading surveillance programs aimed at identifying potentially suspicious equity and debt transactions. Sadin was born and raised in New York City and received his B.A. in Political Science from Lehigh University. Scott Sadin: LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/in/scott-sadin-a598b977/ IC360: LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/company/integritycompliance360/ Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/ic_360/ X: https://x.com/_IC360

On this World Series Special Edition of the SeventySix Capital Sports Leadership Show, Wayne Kimmel interviewed Skyler Logsdon, CEO of Boomerang. Kimmel and Logsdon discuss the business side of the World Series, including ticket prices, players' salaries, viewership, and, of course, lost and found. Logsdon was born and raised in Ojai, CA., studied Entrepreneurship in Philadelphia at Drexel University, and spent time in SF, NYC, Charlotte, and LA before making Miami home in 2022. In Logsdon's free time, he loves calling his friends to talk about the day, live music, homemade smoothies, pick-up basketball, watching Andrea Bocelli concerts on YouTube with his grandma, and hitting the cold plunge and sauna at the end of the day. Skyler Logsdon: LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/in/skylerlogsdon/ X: https://twitter.com/SkylerLogsdon Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/skylerlogsdon/ Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/skyler.logsdon.1 Boomerang: LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/company/thanks-boomerang/ X: https://twitter.com/thanksboomerang/ Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/thanksboomerang/ Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/ThanksBoomerang

On this World Series Special Edition of the SeventySix Capital Sports Leadership Show, Wayne Kimmel interviewed C.J. Handron, CEO of Diamond Kinetics. Kimmel and Handron discuss the business side of the World Series, including ticket prices, players' salaries, viewership, and, of course, sports tech. Handron is the Co-Founder and CEO of Diamond Kinetics. He is responsible for leading commercialization efforts of all products and applications, as well as guiding the overall vision and strategy for the company. Prior to Diamond Kinetics, Handron served as director of an early stage technology commercialization program at the University of Pittsburgh. Handron serves on the advisory boards of several Pittsburgh start up companies and is actively involved with several local non-profit organizations. A native of Greenville, NC, Handron holds a B.S. from North Carolina State University and a MBA from the University of Pittsburgh's Joseph M. Katz Graduate School of Business. C.J. Handron: LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/in/cj-handron-7859159/ X: https://twitter.com/CJ_Handron Diamond Kinetics: LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/company/diamond-kinetics/ Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/diamondkinetics/ X: https://twitter.com/DiamondKinetics

On this episode of the SeventySix Capital Sports Leadership Show, Wayne Kimmel interviewed Jon Kaplowitz, CEO of ⁠Clubs Poker⁠. Kaplowitz is a media and technology executive with over 25 years of experience in leading innovation and building new businesses in small and large companies. His skill-set includes incubating new businesses, deal generation and execution, operating companies in both domestic and international markets, and financial and strategic analysis. Kaplowitz is the current CEO and Co-Founder of Clubs Poker. He previously was the Head of Penn Interactive where he oversaw the Company's growing online and retail sports betting offerings and real money iGaming opportunities. Additionally, Kaplowitz spent several years at Comcast Corporation where he led New Businesses for the company. Kaplowitz began his career as a strategy consultant at Bain and Company, and spent several years as Head of Business Development at World Poker Tour. Jon Kaplowitz: LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/in/kaplowitz/ Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/jrkaplo99/ Clubs Poker: https://clubspoker.com/

On this episode of the SeventySix Capital Sports Leadership Show, Wayne Kimmel interviewed Korbi Carrison, Event Vice President for G2E. Carrison leads G2E, the casino and gaming industry's largest gathering of commercial and tribal professionals from around the world, held annually in Las Vegas. Since 2018, Korbi has leveraged her over 20 years of experience in the gaming industry to direct the strategic and tactical aspects of the event, including year-round thought leadership engagements, alongside the expo event partner, the American Gaming Association (AGA). During her tenure, Korbi led G2E through a global pandemic and scaled the show to meet the future of the ever-evolving industry, adding new major expo activations that enhanced attendee engagement and showcased growing industries. In her years leading G2E, the show has cemented itself as more than a place to network and connect—it has become the central gathering for the entire industry. Her strategic direction has led G2E to serve as an essential event within the gaming industry that fosters collaboration, drives innovation, and shapes the future of gaming. Through her direction and leadership, the 2023 rebrand of G2E leveled up the look and feel of the show, ensuring it is representative of the continued evolution of the gaming industry. With Korbi at the helm, G2E has come to reflect all facets of the gaming ecosystem and address the diverse needs and interests of stakeholders. While G2E takes place over a 4-day time span, Carrison's work and leadership impact the gaming industry year-round. The carefully cultivated education sessions present new ideas, elevate new leaders, and foster a culture of growth and innovation throughout the industry. Grab your ticket for G2E before it's too late! Use the link and code "WK100" to gain free admission to the expo hall! Korbi Carrison: LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/in/korbicarrison/

Shohei Ohtani made history after reaching 50 home runs and 50 stolen bases. The Padres look to beat the White Sox as they try to avoid becoming the worst team in MLB history. Aaron Rodgers and the Jets Crush the Patriots. NFL Week 3 preview with Alex Monaco. Wayne Kimmel joins the show.Support the show: http://Kaplanandcrew.comSee omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Shohei Ohtani made history after reaching 50 home runs and 50 stolen bases. The Padres look to beat the White Sox as they try to avoid becoming the worst team in MLB history. Aaron Rodgers and the Jets Crush the Patriots. NFL Week 3 preview with Alex Monaco. Wayne Kimmel joins the show.Support the show: http://Kaplanandcrew.comSee omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

On this episode of the SeventySix Capital Sports Leadership Show, Wayne Kimmel interviewed Andre Mazire, our Director of Business Development & Operations at SeventySix Capital. Mazire joins SeventySix Capital with extensive experience having spent 15 years at the National Basketball League and various NBA organizations including; Sacramento Kings, Minnesota Timberwolves, Atlanta Hawks, Orlando Magic, Miami Heat, and the Indiana Pacers. His experience expanding the business throughout the world with NBA International included stops in Mumbai, India and Mexico City, Mexico. Additionally, Mazire has previous experience within the tech startup space. Andre is multilingual, is a graduate of the University of Arizona and earned his MBA from Syracuse University. Andre Mazire: LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/in/andremazire/

On this episode of the SeventySix Capital Sports Leadership Show, Wayne Kimmel interviewed Dave Maryles, Founder & Partner at Rubicon Talent. Maryles co-founded Rubicon Talent in January 2017 along with other sports marketing veterans Peter Raskin, Jonathan Salant, and Brandon Swibel. At Rubicon, Maryles plays a key role across all divisions in talent management, marketing, media and talent consulting services. Prior to founding Rubicon Talent, Maryles was the Senior Vice President of Talent at The Legacy Agency (currently GSE Worldwide) and the Director of Athlete Marketing at The Agency Sports Management (later The Legacy Agency). Maryles' expertise spans a wide range of sports marketing & talent representation areas, including brand endorsements, media / broadcasting, corporate brand campaigns and social media / content strategies. His experience and relationships in the industry have made him a valuable asset in developing innovative partnerships and building athletes' individual brands and business portfolios. Dave currently represents Washington Commanders QB & Heisman Trophy Winner Jayden Daniels, Univ. of Texas QB Quinn Ewers, Raiders Pro Bowl DE Maxx Crosby, Eagles WR & Heisman Trophy Winner DeVonta Smith amongst many others on the Rubicon Talent client roster. Maryles is a graduate of Penn State University and also attended the Spanish-American Institute of Sevilla, Spain. Dave Maryles: LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/in/dave-maryles-9773295/

On this episode of the SeventySix Capital Sports Leadership Show, Wayne Kimmel interviewed Eric Menell, Managing Director and the Global Co-Head of Sports Investment Banking at J.P. Morgan. Prior to joining J.P. Morgan in June 2008, he spent 11 years at Bear, Stearns & Co. Inc., where he began his career as an investment banking analyst in 1997 and primarily focused on large-cap media mergers and acquisitions. Menell graduated with honors from Washington University in St. Louis with a Bachelor of Arts degree in political science. Eric Menell: LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/in/eric-menell-35b2b7102/

On this episode of the SeventySix Capital Sports Leadership Show, Wayne Kimmel interviewed Max Hirsch, 2024 SeventySix Capital Summer Intern. Hirsch is a rising Junior at the University of Michigan, where he is pursuing a degree in data science and business. He takes a wide variety of classes, ranging from data manipulation to linear regression to accounting. Passionate about the overlap of sports and business, Hirsch is interning here at SeventySix Capital this summer. Max Hirsch: LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/in/max-hirsch-b06490274/

On this episode of the SeventySix Capital Sports Leadership Show, Wayne Kimmel interviewed Jared Kleinstein, Founder & CEO of Fresh Tape Media & Gondola. Jared Kleinstein is the Founder and CEO of Denver-based Gondola Inc., a social media analytics & portfolio tool that provides creators with an opportunity to take credit for their work across any social account or platform (and on their own accounts or brands/others that used their content). It is relied upon by thousands of major brands, every major sports league/team, and top creators around the globe.Kleinstein is also the founder of Fresh Tape Media, a creative production company that works with the NBA, NFL, NHL, Meta and many more. He previously led Sports and International Content Strategy at Vine/Twitter, and until 2014 he ran Strategic Partnerships for StreetEasy (acquired by Zillow in 2013). He lives in Denver with his wife, two daughters, and best friend/dog. Jared Kleinstein: LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/in/jared-kleinstein/ Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/jarzod/ X: https://x.com/jarzod Gondola: https://gondola.cc/jarzod

On this episode of the SeventySix Capital Sports Leadership Show, Wayne Kimmel interviewed Andy Guelcher & Darius Prince from the Albany Firebirds & Jon Williams from Summit Trail Adivors. Williams joined Summit Trail Advisors as a Partner in 2019. Williams works closely with a select group of high-net-worth clients and their outside advisors to develop and execute financial strategies, acting as their outsourced family office. His team specializes their focus on business owners, entrepreneurs, public company executives, and private foundations. Prior to joining Summit Trail Advisors, Williams was a Managing Director and Senior Private Client Advisor at Wilmington Trust for nearly 12 years. Previously, he held roles in private banking and in the investment advisory business with UBS and M&T Bank. In 2017, he was named to Central Pennsylvania Business Journal's 40 under 40 where he was recognized as a top young business leader in the Central PA region. Williams serves on the advisory board for the Children's Miracle Network and is a member of the Central Pennsylvania Estate Planning Council. Jon Williams: LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/in/jonwilliams-sta/ Guelcher is the President at Mohawk Chevrolet in Ballston Spa, NY. Guelcher began his career nearly 20 years ago as a sales person in Pennsylvania & slowly worked his way thru the business. He arrived in the Capital Region 8 years ago & has spent the last 3 as President of Mohawk Chevrolet. Guelcher set a goal early in his career to be in his position today. However, he did achieve that goal at a pretty interesting time. In his interview with WGY's Doug Goudie, he talks about how just 30 days after opening the dealership in November 2019, General Motors went on strike. About 90 days later, the Covid-19 pandemic began. At first, there was concern, not knowing which direction the automotive industry would go, but it ended up taking a turn in the opposite direction & became the best timing they could have asked for. Like so many other businesses, Guelcher & his team have also dealt with supply chain issues over the past couple years. Between the parts & microchip shortages, Guelcher has stayed true to the core values of his business to carry them thru. Andy Guelcher: LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/in/andrew-guelcher-18485777/ Darius Prince is no stranger to football and has been playing professionally for over a decade. Prince has played for several leagues including the NFL, AFL, NAL, XFL, and even the AAF. His list of accolades is like no other. He is a 3-time arena football champion. Winning the 2017 Arenabowl, 2021 National Arena League Championship, and 2022 National Arena League Championship. He has been a 2-Time All-Arena First Team Offense, 3-Time All-NAL First Team Offense, Arenabowl XXX MVP, 2021 National Arena League Offensive Player of the Year, and 2022 National Arena League MVP. All without playing college football. In January 2020, Darius Prince joined the XFL and signed with the New York Guardians and was unfortunately waived for final roster cuts. In 2021, Darius Prince signed with the Albany Empire and had multiple historic seasons winning 2 NAL titles being awarded 2021 National Arena League Offensive Player of the Year, and being the first Wide Receiver National Arena League MVP in 2022. He scored 29 touchdowns in 2021 and a massive 39 in 2022. After playing for Albany and Orlando in 2023 he had 28 touchdowns. Darius Prince:LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/in/darius-prince-a4b1b0124/

On this episode of the SeventySix Capital Sports Leadership Show, Wayne Kimmel interviewed Carlos Silva, Partner & President of the SeventySix Capital Sports Advisory Agency. A veteran Sport and media and digital executive, Silva has built and sold companies in the TV, digital and media convergence space over the last 25 years.  He has also raised more than $250M for the startups that he has operated. Silva was the CEO of C360 an innovative 360 immersive video software company that delivers best in class broadcast level 360 degree video for TV and digital consumption. The software also has many government related surveillance applications. Prior to C360, Silva was President of MDE Sports and Entertainment which owns and operates the Citi Open Tennis Tournament, The Washington Justice esports team, the City Paper, and the Washington Kastles in WTT. Prior to MDE, Silva was CEO of World TeamTennis (WTT). He led the effort to bring Pro Tennis back during the COVID pandemic and executed the 2020 season by creating a safe bubble at the Greenbrier in WV. He created expansion teams in Chicago, Las Vegas and Orlando. He also partnered with CBS Sports, ESPN, and Tennis Channel to broadcast WTT to the largest audience in 45 years. Prior to WTT, Silva served as CEO for the World Series of Fighting for three years. He led the sale of the WSOF to new investors, staying on as President of the newly named Professional Fighters League (PFL) until Jan. 2019. Silva was also Senior Advisor to leagues and media startups while serving as an Executive in Residence at Park Lane Investment Bank and remains a board advisor to Park Lane. Prior to that, Silva led the programming and operations of Universal Sports Network, sold to NBC and now the Olympic Channel. He was the President & COO and joined in April 2006. He was also the co-Executive Producer of the Vancouver Olympic Games. Prior to Universal Sports, Silva ran some of the largest Web destinations in the World: AOL Sports, News and Money. Silva joined AOL after selling NetChannel to AOL. Silva holds a B.S. from Boston College and M.S. degree from George Washington University. He played Tennis at Boston College as well as the pro satellite tour and has finished 11 Ironman races including 2 in Kona at the World Championships. Carlos Silva: LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/in/casilvajr/ Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/carlossilvajr38/ X: https://x.com/carlossilva

Listen to episode 273 of the Digital and Social Media Sports podcast, in which Neil chatted with Wayne Kimmel, Managing Partner, SeventySix Capital, member of multiple company boards, host of the SeventySix Capital Sports Leadership Show, and sports business thought leader. Also check out SeventySix Capital’s weekly This Week in Sports Business newsletter. 58 minute … Continue reading Episode 273: Sports Investor Wayne Kimmel on the Trends and Entrepreneurs Reshaping the Sports Industry

On this episode of the SeventySix Capital Sports Leadership Show, Wayne Kimmel interviewed Belinda Oakley, CEO of Sodexo Live! North America. Oakley leads 20,000+ team members at more than 150 partner venues throughout the U.S. and Canada, including stadiums, convention centers, museums, zoos, aquariums, ski areas and more. A proven international business leader with two decades of food service management experience, Oakley has a track record of successfully leading enterprise growth strategies through operational excellence, innovation, and the development of high-performing teams. Her background in food service operations leadership spans multiple countries including the U.S., Canada, United Kingdom and Australia. Oakley has held executive roles in franchised retail, quick-service restaurants and the corporate services sector for companies including Famous Brands International (Mrs. Field and TCBY), Brumby's Bakeries, and Benugo. Prior to joining Sodexo Live!, Oakley was the CEO of Chartwells K12 School Dining, leading 16,000 associates in 4,400 schools across the U.S. Oakley graduated from the University of Denver's Executive MBA program as cohort leader with honors and currently serves on the Board of Advocates for the Baylor Collaborative on Hunger and Poverty as well as the Stop Hunger Foundation Board. A native Australian, Oakley is married and the proud mother of two young daughters who keep her busy with impromptu dance parties and bake offs. Belinda Oakley: LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/in/belinda-oakley-b9576562/

On this episode of the SeventySix Capital Sports Leadership Show, Wayne Kimmel interviewed De Anna Guerreiro, Founder of Athlon Family Office. Guerreiro is an entrepreneur and founder of Athlon Family Office LLC. Founder and CEO of Vinecrest Investments LLC, a private equity consulting firm and Managing Partner of Aenon Capital Ltd a BVI offshore investment holding company. Guerreiro started her career in finance with Citibank in the 1980's. She moved into the mortgage lending industry as an Account Executive for banks and mortgage lenders. Creating loan programs for the mortgage industry. She was successful in the acquisition and development of hotels, luxury homes, high-end subdivisions and shopping centers. An opportunity to raise capital for a shell mine opened a new path in investing in mining, oil & gas, agriculture, energy, and technology. She founded Aenon Capital by raising money with private investors and invested in 10 oil wells in Texas. Currently, she has a partnership with an offshore bank to manage Athlon's Trade Finance Division to bridge the gap for manufacturers, suppliers, exporters, and importers. De Anna Guerreiro: LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/in/de-anna-guerreiro-8091b314/ X: https://x.com/DeAnnaGuerreiro

On this episode of the SeventySix Capital Sports Leadership Show, Wayne Kimmel interviewed Scott Kaplan, host of the afternoon drive radio program Sedano and Kap on 710 ESPN LA. Kaplan also serves as the Founder and CEO of Sided, the world's first AI poll-generating tool built for publishers to collect data, create engagement, and monetize. In his former life, Kaplan was the record-setting kicker for the football team at the University of Pittsburgh. In 2010, Kaplan completed the Ironman World Championship in Kona, Hawaii. In 2016, he was part of an eight-man team that finished second in the Race Across America (RAAM). Kaplan is a long-time supporter of the Challenged Athletes Foundation and has ridden his bike five times from San Francisco to San Diego to help raise millions of dollars for CAF. Kaplan has four children and lives in both SD and LA. Scott Kaplan: LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/in/scott-kaplan-sided/ Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/scottkaplan/ X: https://twitter.com/ScottKaplan Sided: https://app.sided.co/

On this episode of the SeventySix Capital Sports Leadership Show, Wayne Kimmel interviewed Dylan Robbins, CEO of Lucra, and Michael Madding, COO of Lucra. Our SeventySix Capital portfolio company, Lucra, is the leading technology provider of gamification services. Their B2B technology facilitates cash, e-commerce, or cashless contests on partner platforms. Lucra's white-label Software Development Kit (SDK) provides partners with a comprehensive, turnkey solution to embed gamification technology directly into their platforms. This innovation offers features previously unavailable to enterprise Partners, including real-money, peer-to-peer contests within their platforms. Madding is currently the COO of Lucra. Prior to Lucra, he spent six years at Goldman Sachs, working across its Investment Banking and Executive Office divisions in San Francisco, Madrid, and New York. He is a graduate of Stanford Business School and Williams College (where he played Varsity Soccer) and currently lives in London, England. Robbins is currently Founder & CEO of Lucra Sports. Prior to Lucra - Robbins founded and sold Lifetime Vintage, a wine e-commerce platform focused on making wine more approachable. Before diving into entrepreneurship, Robbins started his career at Goldman Sachs in the Investment Banking Division. He is a graduate of Stanford Business School and Duke University, and currently lives in New York City. Lucra: LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/company/lucra-sports/ X: https://twitter.com/LucraSports Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/lucrasports/ Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/lucrasports YouTube: https://www.youtube.com/channel/UCMKf_D_n80bE9OjegIcPRJA Dylan Robbins: LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/in/dylan-robbins-56338b63/ Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/drobzingis/ Michael Madding: LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/in/michael-madding-13ba9522/ X: https://twitter.com/MichaelMadding Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/michaelgmadding/

On this episode of the SeventySix Capital Sports Leadership Show, Wayne Kimmel interviewed Matt Holt, CEO of IC360, and Eric Frank, President of IC360. SeventySix Capital portfolio companies, U.S. Integrity and Odds On Compliance announced the completion of their merger and the launch of the combined entity's new name, Integrity Compliance 360 (IC360). The merger cements IC360 as the unequivocal global leader in delivering best-in-class integrity and compliance regtech products and services for the sports betting and gaming sector.  IC360 will leverage the combined expertise, resources, and industry knowledge of U.S. Integrity and Odds On Compliance to continue delivering innovative solutions that empower organizations to achieve and maintain the highest standards of integrity and compliance.  Holt has decades of experience in the sports wagering and integrity markets, most recently as the COO of CG Analytics, a Cantor Gaming affiliate. CGA set the gold standard for differentiated and successful fraud prevention and game integrity services. Holt developed and implemented a suite of algorithms and proprietary tools to detect game manipulation that leveraged more than just line movement. Prior to CGA, Mr. Holt was the VP of Business Development at Cantor Gaming. Originally from New Hampshire, Holt attended Morehead State University, obtaining a sports marketing degree before taking up residence in Las Vegas, Nevada. Eric served as global Group Compliance Officer for The Stars Group Inc., one of the world's largest online gaming operators. Eric has unique expertise in navigating complex compliance and regulatory matters throughout the world. He has managed global compliance teams with responsibilities in 20+ licensed markets worldwide and served as the principal legal advisor for regulatory, licensing and compliance matters in the United States, Latin American and Asia at TSG. He also has over a decade of experience in private practice at one of the world's largest law firms, advising gaming clients on a full range of regulatory and licensing matters, and in government at all levels - federal, state and international - drafting statutes and regulations and advising on policy. Matt Holt: LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/in/matthew-holt-a3b72b50/ X: https://twitter.com/MatthewHoltUSI Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/matthewholtvp77/ Eric Frank: LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/in/ericdfrank/ X: https://twitter.com/ericdanielfrank IC360: LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/company/integritycompliance360/ X: https://twitter.com/_IC360 Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/IC_360 YouTube: https://www.youtube.com/channel/UClKSrovsKnMMFXsNUCnGdjg

On this episode of the SeventySix Capital Sports Leadership Show, Wayne Kimmel interviewed Jesse Cole, Owner of the Savannah Bananas. Cole, also known as “the guy in the yellow tuxedo” is the founder of Fans First Entertainment and the owner of the world-famous Savannah Bananas as well as the Party Animals and Firefighters. The Bananas have welcomed more than 1 million fans to their ballpark and have been featured on MSNBC, CBS Sunday Morning, Access Hollywood, HBO Real Sports, CNN, and ESPN. With the mantra “Fans First. Entertain Always”, the Bananas are on a mission to Make Baseball Fun by creating the Greatest Show in Sports. The team has sold out every game since their inaugural season in Savannah and has since grown a ticket waitlist of more than 2 million fans from all over the world. With more than 15 million social media followers and features on such outlets as The Today Show, CBS Sunday Morning, HBO Real Sports and Access Hollywood in addition to  Bananaland, a five-part documentary original series on ESPN+, the Savannah Bananas are just getting started Cole believes to be successful you need to Stand Out and Be Different. He releases blogs and videos regularly on LinkedIn. He is passionate about creating attention, loving your customers more than your product and loving your employees more than your customers. Cole's mantra is "Whatever's normal, do the exact opposite." Cole is the not-so-proud promoter of the Grandma Beauty Pageant, the Human Horse Race, the Living Pinata, and Flatulence Fun Night. In addition to the wildly successful Banana Ball, Cole continues to create raving fans all over the world as a best-selling author of “Fans First, Find Your Yellow Tux”, and as a highly sought-after international keynote speaker for some of the world's largest and most respected organizations. Most of all, Cole is a raving fan of his wife, Emily, his 3 kids, and peerless promoters like Walt Disney and PT Barnum. Jesse Cole: LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/in/yellowtuxjesse/ Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/yellowtuxjesse/ X: https://twitter.com/YellowTuxJesse Savannah Bananas: LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/company/savannah-bananas/ Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/thesavbananas/ X: https://twitter.com/TheSavBananas TikTok: https://www.tiktok.com/@thesavbananas YouTube: https://www.youtube.com/@TheSavannahBananas

On this episode of the SeventySix Capital Sports Leadership Show, Wayne Kimmel interviewed C.J. Handron, CEO of Diamond Kinetics and Ben Jun, Founder of sidelineHD. Diamond Kinetics X sidelineHD: Diamond Kinetics, a SeventySix Capital portfolio company, has acquired sidelineHD, a youth sports media platform specializing in live streaming and video highlights. The acquisition aims to enhance player experiences in youth baseball and softball by integrating live streaming and video highlight capabilities. With the strategic move, Diamond Kinetics reaffirms its commitment to innovation and providing personalized experiences for athletes and families in youth sports. The acquisition aligns with DK's vision of providing a unified and complete experience for youth baseball and softball athletes and families. The integration of sidelineHD's capabilities will offer more personalized training, instruction, and development opportunities for DK users. DK aims to deliver increased value to its users by incorporating sidelineHD's features, including guided hitting sessions, MLB content, and interactive training content and games. SidelineHD will remain a stand-alone live streaming application, with DK continuing to enhance its product and add more value to existing streaming capabilities. Handron is the Co-Founder and CEO of Diamond Kinetics. He is responsible for leading commercialization efforts of all products and applications, as well as guiding the overall vision and strategy for the company.  Prior to Diamond Kinetics, Handron served as director of an early stage technology commercialization program at the University of Pittsburgh. Handron serves on the advisory boards of several Pittsburgh start up companies and is actively involved with several local non-profit organizations. A native of Greenville, NC, Handron holds a B.S. from North Carolina State University and a MBA from the University of Pittsburgh's Joseph M. Katz Graduate School of Business. Jun was CEO and co-founder of sidelineHD, a youth sports streaming and highlights company. He is now the VP of Livestreaming and Video at Diamond Kinetics.  A passionate technologist, product builder, and youth sports advocate, Ben has created companies with a net value of over $2B. Jun was formerly CEO and Chief Builder at HVF Labs (hard / valuable / fun), which is Max Levchin's investment and startup incubation laboratory.  Prior to that he was the co-founder of Cryptography Research and an early engineer at Audible (now Amazon). C.J. Handron Social Media: LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/in/cj-handron-7859159/ X: https://twitter.com/CJ_Handron Diamond Kinetics Social Media: LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/company/diamond-kinetics/ Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/diamondkinetics/ X: https://twitter.com/DiamondKinetics Ben Jun Social Media: LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/in/benjun/ sidelineHD Social Media: LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/company/sidelinehd/ Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/sidelinehd/ X: https://twitter.com/sidelinehd

On this episode of the SeventySix Capital Sports Leadership Show, Wayne Kimmel interviewed 2X Stanley Cup Champion and author of Thundermouth: Memoirs of a Broad Street Bully and NHL Lifer, Joe Watson. Watson was one of the first hockey players drafted during the NHL expansion draft in 1967 for the newly created Philadelphia Flyers. Little did he know when he left the Boston Bruins that this unexpected career change would lead him to play on a two-time Stanley Cup champion team, eventually becoming known as the iconic Broad Street Bullies.  Watson soon earned the nickname “Thundermouth” by Flyers teammate Ed Van Impe, for his strong voice that carried from one end of the ice to the other. Growing up in the remote town of Smithers, British Columbia, hockey was a way of life so Watson was lacing up skates as soon as he could walk, and never looked back. It was during these formative years that Watson, a left-handed defenseman, was inspired and encouraged by coaches to follow his dream of becoming a professional hockey player, and that's all he needed. His desire, discipline, and dedication paved the way from there. By age 16, Watson was on his way to Estevan, Saskatchewan where he was selected out of 104 players for the Junior A Estevan Bruins team. After three years with Estevan, Watson turned pro with the Minneapolis Bruins, a farm team for the  Boston Bruins. From there, the franchise moved to Oklahoma City where Watson and his team won the championship and he was selected for the the All-Star team. The following year, he moved up to the Boston Bruins where he became good friends with his teammate Bobby Orr who, according to Watson, is one of the best hockey players of all time. In 1972, Watson welcomed his younger brother Jim to the Flyers team, and the Watson brothers captivated fans with their signature defense skills. They went on to play together in both the 1974 and 1975 Stanley Cup Championships, winning two Stanley Cups. At the time, Watson and Jim were only the fourth “brother” combination in the league to win, and the first from Smithers, British Columbia. Joe Watson Social Media: Website: https://www.joewatsonofficial.com/ X: https://twitter.com/JoeWatsonHockey Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/joewatsonhockey/?hl=en Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/joewatsonhockey

On this episode of the SeventySix Capital Sports Leadership Show, Wayne Kimmel interviewed Brian Litvack, CEO of LeagueApps. Litvack is an entrepreneur who has dedicated his career to empowering communities to create exceptional sports experiences for all. Before founding LeagueApps in 2010, Litvack was part of the founding team at Sportsvite, where he gained insights into the needs of youth sports communities. Litvack started his career at College Sports Television and CBS College Sports. Litvack is committed to making a positive impact on youth sports and has served on the NYC Chapter board of Positive Coaches Alliance and is a Board Member of the FundPlay Foundation. Litvack is a proud alumnus of the University of Michigan Ross School of Business (Go Blue!). His most important role is as a husband and dad to three boys. When he's not leading LeagueApps, Litvack can be found on the sidelines coaching youth sports activities or cheering on his kids. Brian Litvack Social Media: LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/in/brianlitvack/ X: https://twitter.com/twittyhoops LeagueApps Social Media: LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/company/leagueapps/ X: https://twitter.com/leagueapps Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/leagueapps/ YouTube: https://www.youtube.com/user/LeagueAppsVideos Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/LeagueApps/

On this episode of the SeventySix Capital Sports Leadership Show, Wayne Kimmel interviewed Bryce Hollweg, COO of the Florida Panthers. Hollweg was named the Chief Operating Officer of the Florida Panthers in July 2022 after serving as the organization's Executive Vice President since April 2021. Hollweg oversees the organization's arena operations, food & beverage services, live entertainment, technology and the Panthers IceDen practice/recreational facility. He also oversees the War Memorial Auditorium revitalization in Fort Lauderdale. Prior to joining the Panthers, Hollweg worked for the Aquilini Investment Group, serving as the Director of Information Technology for the Vancouver Canucks, and later, the Vice President & Managing Director for PH Restaurants LP, operating 55 Pizza Hut and 12 Dairy Queen franchise locations in British Columbia, Canada. Following his graduation from the United States Military Academy at West Point, where he earned a Bachelor of Science in Management and Captained the Army West Point NCAA D1 Hockey Team, Hollweg served 10 years as a US Army Officer. His military career included assignments in Belgium, Germany, Afghanistan and South Korea, and culminated as a Professor of Military Science and Leadership at Embry-Riddle Aeronautical University in Daytona Beach, Florida. He received his Master of Arts in Information Technology Management from Webster University and Executive Leadership Certificate from Cornell University. Hollweg currently resides in Fort Lauderdale with his wife, Margaret. Bryce Hollweg Social Media: LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/in/bryce-hollweg-0180a852/ Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/brycehollweg/ Florida Panthers Social Media: LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/company/florida-panthers/ Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/flapanthers/ X: https://twitter.com/FlaPanthers

On this episode of the SeventySix Capital Sports Leadership Show, Wayne Kimmel interviewed Sam Bakhshandehpour, President of the José Andrés Group. Bakhshandehpour is the President and Board Member of José Andrés Group (JAG), a restaurant and media company.  Driven by the mission of “Changing the world through the power of food," JAG's platform spans 38+ restaurants across 9 markets globally and multiple cuisines, including the 2-Michelin starred minibar by José Andrés, and numerous Michelin Bib Gourmand restaurants. Bakhshandehpour also runs José Andrés Media division (JAM) which produces food-related cultural content across scripted, unscripted - film and television, books, podcasts, and digital content.  JAG also houses numerous global partnerships and a consumer products platform.  Through his hospitality investment platform, The Silverstone Companies, Bakhshandehpour has made numerous investments including The Electric Jane (live music lounge / restaurant), Cultivate Hospitality (F&B programming), Bazaar by José Andrés, and select other hotel, restaurant and lifestyle properties. Named one of the “Most Important People in Hospitality” on the Observer's 2023 Dining and Nightlife Power List, Bakhshandehpour previously served as President, Chief Executive Officer and Board Member of sbe Entertainment, a private-equity backed hotel, restaurant and nightlife company with over 80 properties globally. Bakhshandehpour started his career on Wall Street with J.P. Morgan Securities running the Global Casino and West Coast Real Estate & Lodging Investment Banking practice focused on mergers & acquisitions and capital raising.  Bakhshandehpour holds a Bachelor of Science degree in Business Administration from Georgetown University's McDonough School of Business. He serves on the board of Shift4 (NYSE: FOUR) and as a member of Fiserv Inc's (NYSE: FI) Restaurant Advisory Board, including the Audit and Compensation Committees for both companies. Previously, Bakhshandehpour served on the boards of The New Home Company (NYSE: NWHM), including the Audit and Compensation Committees, and Georgetown University McDonough School of Business' Board of Advisors as a Board Member and Capital Campaigns Committee Member. He is a trustee of Federal City Council (FC2), a founding member of the Georgetown Wall Street Alliance West, and a Senior Advisor to Montminy & Co., FINRA-registered (series 7, 24, 63). Bakhshandehpour is also an active member and former Chair of the Bel Air Chapter of the Young Presidents Organization. Bakhshandehpour Social Media: LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/in/sambakhshandehpour/ José Andrés Group Social Media: LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/company/joseandresgroup/ Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/joseandresgroup/ X: https://twitter.com/joseandresgroup

On this episode of the SeventySix Capital Sports Leadership Show, Wayne Kimmel interviewed Jason Martinez, an Anchor at FOX 29 Philadelphia. Martinez joined the FOX 29 News team in June 2019, as co-anchor of The FOX 29 News broadcasts weeknights at Five, Six, Ten and 11 p.m. An Emmy Award-winning anchor/reporter, Martinez moved to Philly from San Diego, where he was the morning anchor at KGTV the prior four years. His experience there includes anchoring non-stop coverage of the devastating Lilac Fire, which destroyed more than 200 homes, the international border conflict, immigration issues and California's cost of living crisis. Prior to San Diego, Martinez spent five years as an anchor at WPLG in Miami, covering some of the wildest "only in Florida" stories of his career. He covered Presidential elections in the swing state, US-Cuba relations, fake plastic surgeons, a violent face-eating incident and two Miami Heat NBA championships. Martinez's experience reporting in the field has taken him through floods, crime scenes, presidential elections, plane crashes, tornadoes, and hurricanes. In Fresno, CA, Martinez won an Emmy Award providing coverage for a devastating freeze that destroyed Central California's citrus crops. He also worked in Los Angeles, where he earned his fourth Emmy Award for team coverage of Michael Jackson's shocking death. After graduating from Chapman University in Orange, California, Martinez began his career as a reporter at WTVG in Toledo, Ohio. There, he covered several major stories including the November 2002 outbreak of tornadoes, "The Big Blackout," and he interviewed a young high school kid named LeBron James, who was good at basketball. Being a "Daddy" is Martinez's true love and he is the proud father of four children: Jagger, Carson, Angelina and John-Michael. He and his wife Lissette are involved in the "Live Like Bella Foundation," which benefits research to fight childhood cancer. Just days after he was born, Martinez's son Carson nearly died after contracting a blood infection. His remarkable recovery motivated Martinez to get involved with causes that benefit Children's Hospitals across the country. He lost his grandfather to Alzheimer's disease, which is another cause near and dear to his heart. He has been a partner with the Alzheimer's Association for many years. Martinez's other love is music. He has been a drummer since the age of four and has shared the stage with great musicians covering a variety of genres such as funk, country, jazz, Latin, R&B, soul and rock. A former college baseball player, he is a sports fanatic who, as a kid, played travel baseball with former Phillies great Chase Utley. He is also an avid golfer who cannot seem to find the fairway. Jason Martinez Social Media: LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/in/jason-martinez-8402604a/ Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/jasonmartineztv/ X:https://twitter.com/JasonFox29 TikTok: https://www.tiktok.com/@jasonmartineztv?lang=en FOX 29 Social Media: LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/company/fox-television/ Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/fox29philly/ X: https://twitter.com/FOX29philly

On this episode of the SeventySix Capital Sports Leadership Show, Wayne Kimmel interviewed Bill Thomas, the President of Mid-Atlantic Strategic Solutions. Thomas is a seasoned government relations and political affairs professional, with significant experience influencing public policy at the state and local level. As president of MASS, Thomas utilizes his government affairs experience, and vast understanding of the legislative and political processes, to advocate for issues important to clients. And through his wide range of contacts, Thomas engages elected officials, stakeholders and grassroots partners to deliver effective results. Prior to joining MASS, Thomas was a key staff person within the Pennsylvania legislature. He is the former Leadership Executive Director of the Office of the Pennsylvania House Democratic Caucus Secretary, serving as a reliable member of the House Democratic Caucus leadership staff team. Prior to joining the leadership ranks, Thomas served as the Executive Director of the Pennsylvania House Gaming Oversight Committee from 2010 until 2014, where he gained significant experience in gaming policy, which he continued to influence up until he left the House in 2017. Thomas also served as the Deputy Communications Director for the House Majority Leader from 2008 to 2010. Before arriving in Pennsylvania and working for the Pennsylvania House of Representatives, Thomas served as the Assistant Director of the West Virginia Legislative Reference and Information Center, a nonpartisan, apolitical office of the West Virginia Legislature. A native of Long Island, New York, Thomas is a graduate of the University of Charleston in Charleston, West Virginia. He currently lives in Harrisburg, Pennsylvania with his wife Shelly and two children. Bill Thomas Social Media: LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/in/bill-thomas-89a03225/ Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/billkdr/ X: https://twitter.com/billkdr Mid-Atlantic Strategic Solutions: LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/company/midatlanticss/ X: https://twitter.com/MidAtlanticSS

On this episode of the SeventySix Capital Sports Leadership Show, Wayne Kimmel interviewed Frank Miceli, the CRO of Spurs Sports & Entertainment. Miceli is entering his 13th Season with Spurs Sports and Entertainment as Chief Revenue Officer. In his current role, he oversees franchise revenue operations for the San Antonio Spurs and San Antonio FC, including–ticket sales and service, member services, corporate sales and retention, and global partnerships. Going into the 2021-22 season, Miceli has led global partnerships to its highest-grossing new sales year.  In Miceli's tenure with SS&E, he has led the sales operations for the Spurs (NBA), along with the business operations for the San Antonio Rampage (AHL), San Antonio Stars (WNBA), and Austin Spurs (NBAG-League). Miceli recently added revenue generation responsibilities for SAFC (USL Championship). Under his oversight, SAFC has ranked amongst the league leaders in ticket sales and corporate partnership revenue.  Prior to joining the Spurs, Miceli served as Chief Operating Officer of the Philadelphia Phantoms (AHL), a long-tenured role he skillfully navigated from 1994 to 2008. With the Phantoms, he managed the sales and marketing operations, where he completed the intricate transfer of the season ticket member group from the Spectrum Arena to the core states Center in 1996. Frank served 18 years with Comcast-SpectacorwithfocusonthePhiladelphiaFlyers/Phantoms. He added the role of Vice President of Minor League Operations in 2000, where he oversaw the complete portfolio of Comcast-Spectacor. He was responsible for overseeing the Phantoms and the organization's three minor-League baseball teams –the Bowie Baysox, Delmarva Shorebirds, and Frederick Keys. His tenure in Philadelphia covered many areas of business operations–including fiscal management, sales, marketing, advertising, sponsorship sales, public relations, and retail. Prior to joining Comcast-Spectacor, he served as VP of Marketing for SpectATHLETE, Advertising Director for the Clover Division of Strawbridge & Clothier in Philadelphia, Advertising Manager for John Wannamaker in Philadelphia, and advertising director for Gimbels in both New York and Philadelphia.  Miceli has been recognized throughout his career with the James C. Hendy Award, which is presented to the American Hockey League's outstanding executive. Miceli has been awarded on two occasions–once during his tenure as COO of the Philadelphia Wings (NLL) in the 1997-98 Season and most recently for his work with the San Antonio Rampage (AHL) during the 2019-20 Season. Additionally, Miceli was recognized with the Thomas Ebright Award in 2006-07, which is presented annually for outstanding career contributions to the American Hockey League.  Miceli is an active member on several boards, including visit San Antonio (VSA), San Antonio Sports (SA Sports), the San Antonio Fiesta Commission, and the Baylor University Sports Administration. He is an active community member and has participated in the Big Brother, Big Sister Program via the SS&E's Inspire U Program.  A native of South Philadelphia, Frank graduated from the University of Scranton with a Bachelor of Science. He and his wife, Michele, have two daughters, Amanda and Maria.  Frank Miceli Social Media: LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/in/frank-miceli-6a93aa13/ Spurs Sport and Entertainment Social Media: LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/company/spurs-sports-&-entertainment/

On this episode of the SeventySix Capital Sports Leadership Show, Wayne Kimmel interviewed Andy Edwards, the CEO of GeoSnapShot. Edwards is originally from the UK but now residing in Sydney, has an outstanding track record of leading and growing organizations in media & technology, initially in IPTV. Having a burning desire to build a global business of his own, Edwards founded GeoSnapShot, a media platform purpose-built to support every sports club, sports organization, and sports event globally. GeoSnapShot has been used in 137 countries and has recorded over 24 million photos and videos. Edwards believes that our time in sports creates powerful memories of our lives. GeoSnapShot aims to collate these memos in a single platform, enabling control, distribution, and management of the media for the benefit of the participants, events, and brands. GeoSnapShot has offices in Sydney and Denver. Edwards has sailed halfway around the world, scuba dived with sharks, swam with whales, jumped out of planes, cycled across countries, and driven across the Australian deserts, and throughout each adventure, taken photos to capture the memories along the way. Andy Edwards Social Media: LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/in/andyedwards/ GeoSnapShot Social Media: LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/company/geosnapshot/ X: https://twitter.com/GeoSnapShot Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/geosnapshot/ Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/GeoSnapShot Youtube: https://www.youtube.com/channel/UCJFgWrSmHaNtW0QXo16lzlQ

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