Business of Betting

On Episode 233 of the Business of Betting Podcast, Jason Trost is joined by Adam Krejcik, co-founder and partner at Eilers & Krejcik Gaming, LLC & Krejcik Gaming. Hear them discuss: 🔹 How Adam's company name creates lasting impressions 🔹 The services Eilers & Krejcik Gaming provides and their value to stakeholders 🔹 Adam’s background and his path into the gaming industry 🔹 The evolving culture of gaming and sports betting in California 🔹 Challenges and opportunities in regulating gaming in California 🔹 The proposition system in California and why sports betting legalization efforts have failed 🔹 A comparison of regulatory environments in California and Texas 🔹 The rise of sweepstakes gaming and its implications for the industry 🔹 Advice for entrepreneurs aiming to enter the U.S. sports betting market 🔹 The potential for disruption in the U.S. sports betting landscape 🔹 Adam’s reflections on the current market leaders and their growth trajectory Full episode 👇 ▶️ YouTube: https://lnkd.in/gejXvz_X ⚪ Apple Podcasts: https://lnkd.in/gAzNXQGD 🟢 Spotify: https://lnkd.in/gwqaJr7E This podcast is presented by Optimove, the #1 CRM Marketing solution for the iGaming industry. Since 2012, Optimove has served iGaming Operators from startups to industry leaders. Today, 4 out of the Top 5 US Operators Personalize Player Experiences with Optimove. iGaming operators know their growth journey begins and continues with Optimove, the #1 CRM Marketing solution for the iGaming industry.

On Episode 232 of the Business of Betting Podcast, Jason Trost is joined by Nigel Eccles, founder of BetHog 🥓 and co-founder of FanDuel. Hear them discuss: 🔹 Why the UK startup scene struggles to compete with the US 🔹 Founding FanDuel and the challenges of building a billion-dollar company 🔹 Why Nigel stayed in the US and the entrepreneurial energy it offers 🔹 Raising massive funding rounds at FanDuel and what it taught him 🔹 The FanDuel sale to Flutter and why it wasn’t a win for everyone involved 🔹 Nigel’s journey after FanDuel, including launching various ventures before BetHog 🔹 Reflections on working with a spouse and how it shaped FanDuel's growth 🔹 Why BetHog is Nigel’s next big bet and how it’s making sports betting more social Full episode 👇 ▶️ YouTube: https://lnkd.in/g2RJt6uH ⚪ Apple Podcasts: https://lnkd.in/gPNTSwTw 🟢 Spotify: https://lnkd.in/g4sMMKnA This podcast is presented by Optimove, the #1 CRM Marketing solution for the iGaming industry. Since 2012, Optimove has served iGaming Operators from startups to industry leaders. Today, 4 out of the Top 5 US Operators Personalize Player Experiences with Optimove. iGaming operators know their growth journey begins and continues with Optimove, the #1 CRM Marketing solution for the iGaming industry.

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🚨 New episode alert! On Episode 231 of the Business of Betting Podcast, Jason Trost is joined by Jeff Ifrah, Founding & Managing Partner at Ifrah Law. Hear them discuss: 🔹 Jeff’s reaction to U.S. midterm results and their impact on sports betting 🔹 Insights into New Jersey legislation and the issue of "skins" 🔹 Balancing political realities with free-market ideals in regulation 🔹 Legal takes on sweepstakes models and their viability 🔹 Why regulators are slow to act on sweepstakes issues 🔹 Challenges for small operators in markets dominated by giants 🔹 Comparing the U.K. gaming model to the U.S. system 🔹 Polymarket and Kalshi: Contrasting legal paths for event markets 🔹 The current state of using cryptocurrency in U.S. sports betting Full episode 👇 ▶️ YouTube: https://lnkd.in/gwnCZd3Y ⚪ Apple Podcasts: https://lnkd.in/gf3teq_y 🟢 Spotify: https://lnkd.in/g-9igQ_U This podcast is presented by Optimove, the #1 CRM Marketing solution for the iGaming industry. Since 2012, Optimove has served iGaming Operators from startups to industry leaders. Today, 4 out of the Top 5 US Operators Personalize Player Experiences with Optimove. iGaming operators know their growth journey begins and continues with Optimove, the #1 CRM Marketing solution for the iGaming industry.

🚨 New episode alert! On Episode 230 of the Business of Betting Podcast, Jason Trost is joined by Robert D., COO of PowerPlay Hear them discuss: 🔹 Rob’s unique background in philosophy and his PhD on religious toleration 🔹 Why Rob will always be a Bolton Wanderers fan, no matter what! 🔹 The importance of accepting fallibility in business and decision-making 🔹 How Rob transitioned from academia to the betting industry through William Hill 🔹 Rob and Jason laugh about always being surprised by the “butler” in mystery plots 🔹 How Rob’s perspective on the morality of gambling has changed over time 🔹 What is “palpable error,” and how PowerPlay handles it transparently 🔹 Jason tests Rob’s philosophy background with a counter-case on bet repricing ethics 🔹 Why not build PowerPlay on top of an exchange model? Rob shares his insights. 🔹 Rob’s advice for startups: the importance of customer service and query resolution 🔹 The rise of offshore and crypto casinos and their impact on regulated operators 🔹  Rob’s reflections on his career and aspirations for the future Full episode 👇 ▶️ Youtube: https://lnkd.in/dMV7t6Hv ⚪ Apple Podcasts: https://lnkd.in/daSx_m5N 🟢 Spotify: https://lnkd.in/dTFGb8D4 This podcast is presented by Optimove, the #1 CRM Marketing solution for the iGaming industry. Since 2012, Optimove has served iGaming Operators from startups to industry leaders. Today, 4 out of the Top 5 US Operators Personalize Player Experiences with Optimove. iGaming operators know their growth journey begins and continues with Optimove, the #1 CRM Marketing solution for the iGaming industry.

🚨 New episode alert! On Episode 229 of the Business of Betting Podcast, Jason Trost is joined by writer, David Hill to discuss his Rolling Stone feature - "Is the $11 Billion Online Sportsbook Bubble About to Burst?" Hear them discuss: 🔹 David's transition from a union organizer to becoming a writer and how it shaped his immersive storytelling approach. 🔹 David's upbringing in Hot Springs, Arkansas, a historic gambling hub, and its influence on his interest in gambling. 🔹 The morality of gambling, societal parallels with alcohol, and reflections on how gambling's perception has evolved. 🔹 The intertwining history of gambling and sports, including how gambling shaped early sports in America. 🔹 The industry's current technological challenges, perceived stagnation, and its pricing inefficiencies. 🔹 The debate around sports betting’s sustainability, public perception, and parallels with other industries. 🔹 The societal costs of gambling addiction and the industry's responsibility in addressing problem gambling. 🔹 Broader societal issues, including the impact of social media, and Jason's reflections on the parallels with sports betting. 🔹 What’s next for David Hill after this in-depth exploration of the gambling industry. Read David's Rolling Stone feature here: https://lnkd.in/ezxTG8VJ Full episode 👇 ▶️ Youtube: https://lnkd.in/g6hkXWiG ⚪ Apple Podcasts: https://lnkd.in/gDajjkqx 🟢 Spotify: https://lnkd.in/gP9g3rsH This podcast is presented by Optimove, the #1 CRM Marketing solution for the iGaming industry. Since 2012, Optimove has served iGaming Operators from startups to industry leaders. Today, 4 out of the Top 5 US Operators Personalize Player Experiences with Optimove. iGaming operators know their growth journey begins and continues with Optimove, the #1 CRM Marketing solution for the iGaming industry.

🚨 New episode alert! On this episode of the Business of Betting Podcast, Jason is joined by Jeffrey Benson, Director of Operations at Circa Sports. Hear them discuss: 🔹 How Jeff got started in the sports betting industry 🔹 What brought Jeff to Circa Sports and his early impressions of the company 🔹 The growth strategy for Circa Sports and its approach to expansion 🔹 The unique aspects of Circa’s sportsbook operation model 🔹 How Circa approaches customer service and client relations 🔹 Circa’s philosophy on offering high betting limits and customer-friendly policies 🔹 The challenges of balancing profitability with bettor-friendly practices 🔹 Circa’s stance on responsible gambling and its approach to player protections 🔹 The impact of sports betting legislation on Circa’s business 🔹 Jeff’s perspective on the future of the sports betting industry and exchanges Full episode 👇 ▶️ Youtube: https://lnkd.in/emANPAc8 ⚪ Apple Podcasts: https://lnkd.in/ebVp8QV6 🟢 Spotify: https://lnkd.in/ePNJnyjS This podcast is presented by Optimove, the #1 CRM Marketing solution for the iGaming industry. Since 2012, Optimove has served iGaming Operators from startups to industry leaders. Today, 4 out of the Top 5 US Operators Personalize Player Experiences with Optimove. iGaming operators know their growth journey begins and continues with Optimove, the #1 CRM Marketing solution for the iGaming industry.

🚨 New episode alert! On Episode 227 of the Business of Betting Podcast, Jason Trost is joined by his coach, Liam Forde, Founder and CEO of The Zone Global. Hear them discuss: 🔹 How Jason first met Liam and began coaching with him 🔹 Liam’s views on when strict coaching models may or may not work 🔹 How to motivate employees without anger, and why clarity and responsibility matter 🔹 How Jason’s coaching helped him shift from an “angry coach” approach 🔹 The concept of “flow” and why rest is crucial to reach a flow state 🔹 Why balance between work intensity and mental relaxation improves productivity 🔹 Jason’s shift in perspective on health and wellness after working with Liam 🔹 How Liam encouraged Jason to prioritize health through gentle accountability 🔹 Balancing the demands of being a CEO with family life, and the impact on productivity 🔹 Jason’s reflections on how being a CEO impacts his employees and their families 🔹 The “superpowers” and challenges different types of CEOs typically face 🔹 The ripple effects of a CEO’s energy and attitude on company culture Full episode 👇 ⚪ Apple Podcasts: https://lnkd.in/ggtu8sRM 🟢 Spotify: https://lnkd.in/gKfPySqs 🌐 Web: https://lnkd.in/gxk3eWcs ▶️ Youtube: https://lnkd.in/gY2R-ttD This podcast is presented by Optimove, the #1 CRM Marketing solution for the iGaming industry. Since 2012, Optimove has served iGaming Operators from startups to industry leaders. Today, 4 out of the Top 5 US Operators Personalize Player Experiences with Optimove. iGaming operators know their growth journey begins and continues with Optimove, the #1 CRM Marketing solution for the iGaming industry.

🚨 New episode alert! On Episode 226 of the Business of Betting Podcast, Jason Trost is joined by Sue Schneider, Co-Founder at Defy the Odds Hear them discuss: 🔹 How Sue got started in the betting industry 🔹 The early days of online gaming and betting 🔹 Challenges Sue faced in building an industry presence 🔹 The evolution of regulatory frameworks in online gambling 🔹 Key milestones in the global expansion of sports betting 🔹 Sue’s role and experiences working at SBC 🔹 The role of technology in transforming betting experiences 🔹 Co-Founding Defy the Odds and setting its goals 🔹 Differences in gambling regulations across regions 🔹 Advice for those entering the gaming and betting industry today Full episode 👇 ⚪ Apple Podcasts: https://lnkd.in/gGSj5zne 🟢 Spotify: https://lnkd.in/gKCdPwA8 🌐 Web: https://lnkd.in/gbFRTpPp ▶️ Youtube: https://lnkd.in/gbXmN_g3 This podcast is presented by Optimove, the #1 CRM Marketing solution for the iGaming industry. Since 2012, Optimove has served iGaming Operators from startups to industry leaders. Today, 4 out of the Top 5 US Operators Personalize Player Experiences with Optimove. iGaming operators know their growth journey begins and continues with Optimove, the #1 CRM Marketing solution for the iGaming industry.

🚨 New episode alert! On Episode 225 of the Business of Betting Podcast, Jason Trost is joined by Adam Small, founder of Third Planet Affiliates. Hear him discuss: 🔹 Adam’s background and entry into the betting industry 🔹 Election mania and its impact on business sentiment 🔹 The role of affiliates in the betting industry 🔹 Industry insights and trends impacting affiliates 🔹 Reflecting on the affiliate sector's recent challenges 🔹 Examining examples of affiliate revenue "baskets" 🔹 Shifts in cost-per-click and SEO strategies 🔹 Adam's journey into the affiliate industry 🔹 Why Adam chose not to become a betting operator 🔹 The appeal and challenges of being an affiliate 🔹 The future of growth and potential reckoning in affiliates 🔹 What’s next for affiliate marketing in betting Full episode 👇 ⚪ Apple Podcasts: https://lnkd.in/g86EyZxq 🟢 Spotify: https://lnkd.in/gBSK_crn 🌐 Web: https://lnkd.in/gbFRTpPp ▶️ Youtube: https://lnkd.in/g_dn7c2E This podcast is presented by Optimove, the #1 CRM Marketing solution for the iGaming industry. Since 2012, Optimove has served iGaming Operators from startups to industry leaders. Today, 4 out of the Top 5 US Operators Personalize Player Experiences with Optimove. iGaming operators know their growth journey begins and continues with Optimove, the #1 CRM Marketing solution for the iGaming industry.