SeventySix Capital Sports Leadership Show

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The podcast is an audio-only version of the SeventySix Capital Sports Leadership Show. The full video is available on Youtube and our SeventySix Capital website. Each podcast, host Wayne Kimmel, interviews the sports industry’s top entrepreneurs, athletes, and thought leaders. The SeventySix Capital Sports Leadership Show was selected as the #1 sports leadership podcast in 2022 by Feedspot! Have a sports startup or need strategic sports advice? Please reach out to us at: seventysixcapital.com/contact

  1. Randy Pritzker, Businessman & Referee - SeventySix Capital Sports Leadership Show

    6D AGO

    Randy Pritzker, Businessman & Referee - SeventySix Capital Sports Leadership Show

    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.

    37 min
  2. Michael Schreiber, Executive Chairman of Playfly Sports - SeventySix Capital Sports Leadership Show

    MAR 20

    Michael Schreiber, Executive Chairman of Playfly Sports - SeventySix Capital Sports Leadership Show

    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/maschreiber Modernizing the Business of College Sports Report

    35 min
  3. Mark Hicks & Clint Hangebrauck, NCAA - SeventySix Capital Sports Leadership Show

    MAR 14

    Mark Hicks & Clint Hangebrauck, NCAA - SeventySix Capital Sports Leadership Show

    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/

    38 min
  4. Johnny Holliday, Sports Broadcaster for the University of Maryland - SeventySix Capital Sports Leadership Show

    MAR 12

    Johnny Holliday, Sports Broadcaster for the University of Maryland - SeventySix Capital Sports Leadership Show

    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

    39 min
  5. Paul Salem, Chairman of MGM - SeventySix Capital Sports Leadership Show

    FEB 27

    Paul Salem, Chairman of MGM - SeventySix Capital Sports Leadership Show

    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/

    33 min
  6. Abe Madkour, Executive Editor of SBJ - SeventySix Capital Sports Leadership Show

    FEB 20

    Abe Madkour, Executive Editor of SBJ - SeventySix Capital Sports Leadership Show

    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/

    32 min
  7. The HEADstrong Foundation - SeventySix Capital Sports Leadership Show

    FEB 14

    The HEADstrong Foundation - SeventySix Capital Sports Leadership Show

    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=all X: https://x.com/HEADstrongFnd Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/headstrongfnd/

    43 min
  8. Bill Miller, President & CEO of the American Gaming Association - SeventySix Capital Sports Leadership Show

    FEB 3

    Bill Miller, President & CEO of the American Gaming Association - SeventySix Capital Sports Leadership Show

    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

    39 min
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The podcast is an audio-only version of the SeventySix Capital Sports Leadership Show. The full video is available on Youtube and our SeventySix Capital website. Each podcast, host Wayne Kimmel, interviews the sports industry’s top entrepreneurs, athletes, and thought leaders. The SeventySix Capital Sports Leadership Show was selected as the #1 sports leadership podcast in 2022 by Feedspot! Have a sports startup or need strategic sports advice? Please reach out to us at: seventysixcapital.com/contact

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