The Deal Drinks With The Deal: Sponsor Harry Sloan Talks DraftKings
Nov 9, 2023
Guest Harry Sloan, head of MGM, discusses successful SPACs, Eagle Equity's approach, and hiring Tom Cruise. Other topics include the rise of SPACs as an alternative to IPOs, changing perception of gambling in sports, biotech deals with AI, staying on board companies, and convincing the SEC to match sponsors with the right company.
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Introduction
00:00 • 3min
The Rise of SPACs as an Alternative to Traditional IPOs
03:04 • 10min
The Changing Perception of Gambling in Professional Sports
13:08 • 21min
Discussing a Previous Biotech Deal and the Potential of AI in Biology
34:15 • 2min
Staying on Board Companies and Balancing Commitments
36:32 • 2min
Raising a Big Spec and Convincing the SEC
38:12 • 5min