?️ Welcome to episode #11 of Vested Interest, with hosts Pierre Lindh, Lloyd Danzig, Benjie Cherniak & Special guest: Joe Asher.
??In this episode, Lloyd and Benjie discuss the recent betting scandals and explore the repercussions these incidents could have on both public trust and the regulatory landscapes of the industry.
??The conversation then shifts to a topic close to many entrepreneurs’ hearts: founder burnout. They cover common signs and the crucial steps that founders can take to safeguard their ??mental health amidst the high-stakes environment of iGaming.
?? Up next is fundraising, a critical aspect of any startup’s journey. The duo shares their experiences, highlighting both their favorite and least favorite moments from past fundraising rounds.
⭐️ To cap off the episode, Joe Asher, President of Sports Betting, joins the conversation as a special guest. Joe brings his extensive experience to the table, discussing where he sees the industry heading in the next few years. His insights into emerging trends and potential market shifts are not to be missed, as they offer a glimpse into the future of the industry.
? ABOUT JOE ASHER
Joe Asher is President of Sports Betting at IGT. Prior to joining IGT in 2021, he was the CEO of William Hill U.S. from 2012 April 2021, when the Company was sold to Caesars. Asher joined William Hill when it acquired Brandywine Bookmaking, a startup company that Asher created in 2008 under name Lucky’s Race & Sports Books.
Asher’s passion for the race and sports betting business spans decades. In his formative years Asher held management positions at several racetracks and was the Wilmington News-Journal’s thoroughbred racing handicapper for Delaware Park. He became the youngest track announcer in North America, calling races at Harrington, Foxboro, Brandywine and Dover Downs.
