Expert Panel Call: The Future of TV Sports Rights Negotiations with Andrew Walker (Yet Another Value Blog)

Join industry experts for an exclusive panel call discussion.

Catch the insightful discussion from our recent panel call, featuring top industry experts James Saker from Rakuten, Jessica Roosli, formerly from the NBA, and Jean Marais, formerly from ESPN. Moderated by Andrew Walker of Yet Another Value Blog, this session dives deep into the complexities of TV sports rights negotiations, offering invaluable insights into the strategic considerations behind broadcast rights acquisitions and the future of sports media.

Our panelists share their expertise on valuing high-profile sports events and the economic factors driving these negotiations. Gain unique perspectives from both broadcast networks and sports leagues, and better understand the evolving dynamics in sports media.

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Speakers

Andrew Walker

Yet Another Value Blog

Andrew Walker, CFA, is a portfolio manager and head of research at Rangeley Capital. In addition, he is the author of yetanothervalueblog.com and hosts the Yet Another Value Podcast.

James Saker

Director of Global Media and Product Marketing at Rakuten

James has 15+ years of experience in the sports and entertainment industry, having worked at Amazon, Manchester City Football Club, Commonwealth Games, as well as consultancy side for Engine Global.

Jessica Roosli

SVP, Head of Global Event Management at National Basketball Association (NBA)

An accomplished executive involved in the sports industry on both a competitive and executive level for over 20 years. Focused on amplifying opportunities in today’s transformational environment to develop brands, ignite innovation, and build inspiring communities resultant in long-term impact. Skilled in creating strategic organizational structures inclusive of both internal and external partnerships; omni-channel marketing teams, sports properties, broadcast partners, licensing partners, brand collaborations, and community members. Always with passionate attention to the current landscape, transitional ingredients, and constant analysis of the unfolding execution.

Jean Marais

Former Head of Partnerships & Media Rights, EMEA at ESPN

Jean has been involved in acquiring and distributing the media rights to premium and niche sports properties since 2008, whilst working for several sports rights distribution agencies, broadcasters, a streaming platform and a major international rightsholder during that time. As a result he is intimately familiar with the decision-making criteria and the economics involved at every stage of the supply chain and has also developed a deep understanding of the market dynamics around the world after working for multinational organizations during placements in Dubai, Hong Kong, Singapore and London.