New York, NY – On October 30, 2024, the Museum of American Finance will present “Calling the Shots: Investing in Sports”—a moderated in-person panel discussion on the intersection of finance and professional sports, media and entertainment.
Over the last decade-plus, Wall Street has penetrated the professional sports/media ecosystem, acquiring meaningful ownership in clubs, franchises, leagues and rights deals. This trend has spiked team valuations and permanently changed the landscape of professional sports ownership and investment. Our panelists will provide insight to investors across the spectrum, from institutional to retail, in this exciting, high-profile investment opportunity.
The program will be hosted by MoAF President & CEO David Cowen, as well as co-sponsors Chris Perry, president of Broadridge Financial Solutions, and Jake Zahnow, co-founder & CFO of Bright Path Sports Partners. There will be a door prize—a mixed reality blockchain sports collectible—donated by Baller Mixed Reality.
The panel features:
Charles Baker, Co-Chair, Sidley Austin LLP’s Entertainment, Sports and Media Industry Group
Phillip Ciano, Co-Founder, Bright Path Sports Partners; and Owner, Ipswich Town FC
Salvatore Galatioto, President, Galatioto Sports Partners
Bob Pisani (moderator), Senior Markets Correspondent, CNBC
The program will be held from 6:00-8:00pm (ET) at Hearst Tower Theater, located at 300 West 57th Street (on 8th Avenue), NYC. The panel will be followed by a cocktail reception at 7:15pm. It is free to attend, but seating is limited and advance registration is required.
“Calling the Shots: Investing in Sports” is sponsored by Bright Path Sports Partners and Broadridge Financial Solutions. Special recognition to Fitch Ratings for hosting this program. For more information or to register, visit www.moaf.org/InvestingInSports.
About the Museum of American Finance
As a socially relevant organization, the Museum of American Finance seeks to improve understanding of the influence of financial institutions and capital markets on the US and global economies, and on individuals’ lives. The Museum is dedicated to educating the public on finance and financial history through exhibits, financial literacy programs and public events. An affiliate of the Smithsonian Institution, the Museum seeks to empower individuals of all backgrounds to strive toward financial independence, while encouraging curiosity and discovery. For more information, visit www.moaf.org or connect with the Museum on social media @FinanceMuseum.
Media contact:
Kristin Aguilera, Deputy Director
Museum of American Finance
kaguilera@moaf.org