SEVENTYSIX CAPITAL LEADERSHIP SERIES WITH HOST WAYNE KIMMEL LAUNCHES PODCAST
First Guest: NBA Super Agent David Falk shares fascinating stories about representing Michael Jordan, Patrick Ewing, Allen Iverson and Coaches John Thompson and Mike Krzyzewski
CONSHOHOCKEN, PA (August 26, 2020) – SeventySix Capital, the sports tech venture capital company that invests in sports tech, esports and sports betting companies, announces its SeventySix Capital Leadership Series Podcast. The podcast is an audio-only version of the SeventySix Capital Leadership video series. On each podcast, host Wayne Kimmel, interviews the sports industry’s top entrepreneurs, athletes, investors and thought leaders.
Kimmel’s captivating interview-style makes each show a can’t miss, and his ability to put each guest at ease enables for thought-provoking conversations. Kimmel dives into each guest’s background, mindset, and leadership style. His questions invoke practical advice and insights that can be used by all. In addition, he dives into important issues like how sports can play an impactful role in the greater community and how athletes can use their social capital to make a change in the world.
“We are doing this podcast to share the expertise of our expansive SeventySix Capital sports industry network with the greater community,” said Kimmel, who is the Managing Partner of SeventySix Capital. “Our guests’ achievements and passion for sports are incredibly inspirational.”
NBA Super Agent, David Falk, will kick off the SeventySix Capital Leadership Series Podcast with a two-part episode. Falk is best known for representing Michael Jordan and putting together the “Air Jordan” brand deal with Nike. David’s client list over the years also included Patrick Ewing, Alonzo Mourning, Dikembe Mutombo, James Worthy, Allen Iverson, Elton Brand, Roy Hibbert and coaches John Thompson and Mike Krzyzewski. Falk shared behind the scenes stories about his career, insights about advising with Michael Jordan, and much more.
“We have received a lot of positive feedback on our video Leadership Series and are excited to launch our podcast with David Falk as our first guest. We will also release all past episodes in podcast form so we can continue to expand our reach.” said James Santore, Chief of Staff and Producer of the SeventySix Capital Leadership Series.
Past guests of the SeventySix Capital Leadership Series include:
Ken Shropshire – “Godfather of Sports Business”
Deirdre Lester – Barstool Sports, Chief Revenue Officer
Mason Plumlee – Professional Basketball Player with the Denver Nuggets
Roy Hibbert – Former NBA All-Star
Reggie Love – Duke Basketball National Champion and Obama’s Body Man
Jessica Gelman – Co-Founder of MIT Sloan Analytics Conference
Joanne Pasternack – Former VP of Community Relations for the 49ers and Golden State Warriors, President of Oliver+Rose and Senior Advisor, Social Responsibility at SeventySix Capital Sports Advisory
The podcast and video versions of the SeventySix Capital Leadership Series will be released concurrently.
The podcast can be found on the following platforms:
Apple Podcasts
Anchor
Breaker
Google Podcasts
Radio Public
Spotify
The video can be found on the following platforms:
Facebook
YouTube
About SeventySix Capital
SeventySix Capital is a sports tech venture capital company that invests in passionate, smart and nice entrepreneurs who are launching game-changing tech startups in the sports tech, esports and sports betting industries.
SeventySix Capital also has a Sports Advisory business, its Athlete Venture Group and a strategic partnership with Rubicon Talent.
SeventySix Capital Sports Advisory is a sports consulting group comprised of an expert team focused on bringing the emerging innovations and technology to sports executives, teams, leagues, brands and athletes. The Sports Advisory works side by side with these change-makers across the evolving landscape of sports, including esports, sports betting, media and social responsibility.
SeventySix Capital’s Athlete Venture Group allows players to invest, learn, and work directly with top sports tech startups and entrepreneurs. The firm aims to bridge the gap between athletes, entrepreneurs, and investors by creating opportunities for athletes to become tech investors and for entrepreneurs to access the financial and social capital that professional athletes have to offer.
Additionally, SeventySix Capital has a strategic partnership with Rubicon Talent, a sports marketing and talent agency based in New York City with a wide range of clients including NFL and NBA stars, Hall of Famers, MVPs, Heisman Trophy winners, Olympic icons, media personalities, and celebrity chefs.
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Contact
James Santore
Chief of Staff & Director of Brand Strategy, SeventySix Capital
james@seventysixcapital.com
(609) 605-1698