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Global Conference 2025

Gaining Yards in Sports Investing (Invite only)

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Sports investing has emerged as one of the fastest growing markets in private equity—a new playing field for investors, athletes, and owners. Simultaneously, NIL rights for college athletes and shifts to streaming services are becoming the new normal, challenging athletes and business to match pace. With the continued evolution of sports, the landscape is increasingly shaped by participation from asset managers and asset owners. How are these changes reshaping the future of franchises, media rights values, and long-term careers for athletes? Where are investors looking to make an impact? How are sports owners changing the game? 

    Moderator

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    Peter Schrager

    NFL Analyst, ESPN

    Speakers

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    Mark Attanasio

    Managing Partner, Crescent Capital Group; Chairman and Principal Owner, Milwaukee Brewers Baseball; Majority Shareholder, Norwich City F.C.
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    Debra Cafaro

    Chairman and CEO, Ventas, Inc.
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    Kara Nortman

    Co-Founder, Monarch Collective LLC
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    Jason Wright

    Managing Partner and Head of Investments, Ariel Investments