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Opening Words

Opening words with Hashtag Sports co-founder & CEO Anthony Caponiti.

• Anthony Caponiti, Hashtag Sports 

A Slice of the Pie: Monetizing Content for Sports, Brands and Publishers

As the legalisation of sports betting accelerates in the U.S., brands of all shapes and sizes have a chance to get in on the action. The worlds of sport, betting and media are rapidly converging, so revenue opportunities and monetizing content for sports betting will not be for only sportsbooks and casinos to enjoy. What’s needed for brands outside of the traditional betting space to make the most of these changes – and to stay ahead of the curve – is the right partners, the right tools, and the right execution.

• Curtis White, Genius Sports
• Judd Goldstein, FanHub
• Rob Simmelkjaer, Connecticut Lottery Corporation
  
  
  

The Parleh: What to Expect from Legalized Betting in Canada

As a bill legalizing single-game sports betting pushes through in Canada, hear from a panel of market experts on its $10 billion potential, how long it will take Canadian bettors to move to legal operators, how those seeking partnerships can navigate a highly concentrated sports media landscape, and why U.S. organizations should think twice about not having a Canadian strategy.

• Jordan Gnat, Playmaker Capital Inc.
• Amanda Brewer, Gamesys Group
• Steve McAllister, The Parleh
  
  

Keeping Up with Tech Innovation in Sports Betting 

Three years following PASPA being overturned, technology is aiding in the adoption of sports betting in America by enhancing the experience of fans. Looking ahead, what will be the tech-related factors driving the next phase of growth as it relates to establishing and activating partnerships, turning more fans into bettors and generating revenue for all stakeholders within the sports betting ecosystem? Join this panel representing leaders in the sports betting and sports entertainment industries as they discuss the opportunities, innovations and solutions that will further accelerate the already significant momentum in the marketplace.

• Brian Josephs, Sportradar
• Bram Weinstein, Ampire Media
• Dan Pozner, NBC Sports
• Michael Hermalyn, DraftKings
  
  
  

Gen Z Bets Like No Generation Before

With the legalization of sports gambling nationwide well underway and total spend on sports betting seeing explosive growth, generational patterns amongst sports bettors have presented themselves within this budding industry. To younger generations, gambling is not taboo and is just another way for fans to have fun, be social, and “raise the stakes” of viewership. Learn how your organization can maximize retention and hyper-engagement and tap into social currency with a new wave of fans. 

• Luke Beshar, Team Whistle
• Owen Leimbach, Tiny Horse
  
  

Just Wynn Baby: Podcasts and Pop Culture on the Strip

Earlier this year, one of Las Vegas' biggest hotels signed a partnership to bring a sports podcast studio to its lobby. Why is Wynn Resorts betting big on audio? How is WynnBet integrated into Blue Wire's advertiser lineup? What role with athletes, celebrities and influencers play in making the onsite studio a success? And what can other media companies and operators learn from this one-of-a-kind, storytelling-led partnership? Join us for a discussion like nothing you've heard before. 

• Megan Reyes, Blue Wire Podcasts
• Kevin Jones, Blue Wire Podcasts
• Bobby Amerine, WynnBet
• David VanEgmond, Bettor Capital
  
  

Chalk Talk: Success in Revenue Strategies

Now three years into the U.S. betting revolution, which revenue strategies are paying off and how are businesses continuing to adapt to balance monetization with fan needs? Learn the favored revenue models of media companies and sports properties, and hear what's coming next in the business of betting.

• Chris Pirrone, USA Today Sports Media Group
• Pete Murray, PFL
• Jessica Berman, NLL

Driving Fan Engagement Through Sports Betting Partnerships

The past 18 months have brought a wave of sports betting media partnerships, including Penn National investing in Barstool, DraftKings acquiring VSiN, fuboTV and Sinclair Broadcasting joining forces with betting operators, and the teams and leagues announcing ground-breaking partnerships with bet-taking companies and tech suppliers. All this activity illustrates the power of sports betting to increase fan engagement, but also begs questions about the most valuable combinations within this rapidly growing industry. Where is the intersection of sports betting, revenue and distribution, and how will the industry players get to this sweet spot?

• Mike McCarthy, Marquee Sports Network
• Derek Van Nostran, VSiN
• Marc Anastasia, iHeartMedia
• Danielle Alvari, VSiN