The people and capital reshaping the sports industry will take center stage at Sportico’s Invest New York on Nov. 10 at Nasdaq in New York City, bringing together owners, investors, athletes and executives to explore the deals, businesses and opportunities driving the next era of sports. Register now to join us at Invest New York.
From franchise acquisitions and family offices to athlete entrepreneurs and stadium development, this year’s agenda offers a look at where the industry is heading and who is helping move it forward.
The program opens with “Beyond the Investment: José E. Feliciano & Kwanza Jones on the Future of Sports Ownership.” Following their investment in the San Diego Padres, Feliciano and Jones will join Sportico editor-in-chief and co-founder Scott Soshnick to discuss the evolving economics of professional sports and their vision for building long-term value on and off the field.
Haley and Hanna Cavinder will join Sportico’s Sara Germano for “From NIL to Equity: The Cavinder Twins on Building Their Own Business.” The entrepreneurs will discuss their transition from brand partnerships to ownership, the launch of Go-Two Wellness and how they are turning their audience and experience into lasting enterprise value.
Cllct founder Darren Rovell and Goldin founder and CEO Ken Goldin will explore “From Memorabilia to Millions: The Collectibles Boom.” The conversation will examine the forces turning sports collectibles into a multibillion-dollar marketplace, from rare memorabilia and record-breaking valuations to technology and a new generation of buyers.
“Inside the Deal Room: The Bankers Behind Sports’ Biggest Transactions” will feature Allen & Company’s Steve Greenberg, BDT & MSD Partners’ Gregg Lemkau and Inner Circle Sports founder Rob Tilliss, moderated by New York Islanders co-owner Jon Ledecky. The group will discuss what drives franchise valuations, how transactions are structured and where the next investment opportunities are emerging.
Basketball Hall of Famer and Atlanta Hawks co-owner Grant Hill will be featured in “Athlete as Investor: Building Value Beyond the Game.” The conversation will explore how athletes are approaching investments, identifying opportunities and building businesses beyond their playing careers.
“Future Forum: The Next Generation of Sports Ownership,” featuring CEO of Ross Sports & Entertainment Daniel Sillman, will examine how emerging leaders are rethinking team operations, fan engagement and ownership models.
Additional panel conversations will include:
- Family Capital: The Growing Influence of Family Offices in Sports
- The Business of Fandom
- Sports in the Public Markets: Investing in the Business of Sports
- Anatomy of a Deal
- The Stadium Economy: Financing the Next Generation of Sports Venues
Register for Invest New York to join Sportico on November 10 at Nasdaq for conversations with the leaders shaping the business of sports.
Sportico thanks our presenting sponsor, Inner Circle Sports, along with Omega Sports Holding, Davis Polk and Nasdaq, for their support of Invest New York.