Welcome to the Jim Feist Proline Podcast, where veteran sports bettor Jim Feist shares his decades of expertise in the world of sports betting. Each episode offers listeners in-depth analysis, winning strategies, and actionable advice to help you stay ahead of the game. Whether you’re a seasoned bettor or just starting out, Jim’s insights will guide you through the ever-changing landscape of sports betting, giving you the edge you need to make smarter plays and maximize your success. Tune in ...
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The Real Build is about building a better culture, leaders, visionaries, and community to better serve the client. I am your host Bill Reiman, Your Broker Builder. I'm here to showcase real business owners who build companies with integrity, trust, and a commitment to making a positive impact. Join us as we explore their stories, insights, and strategies for success. As always, we are here to show the client exactly what to look for before hiring a business or service. Welcome to The Real Build
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Each week, Steve McAllister, the Editor-In-Chief of the Gaming News Canada newsletter, digs deeper into trending gaming and sports betting topics with industry leaders and insiders, reporters and other stakeholders in the business. The discussion and debate also includes questions and opinions from our live listeners about the hottest industry in sports today. Join the live recordings weekly at 2:00 pm ET on Thursdays on Twitter Spaces. Follow us on Twitter @GamingNewsCA for the latest story ...
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Episode 741 - September 24, 2024 Weekend Game Recap
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In this episode, Jim Feist breaks down the key moments and standout performances from Week 3 of the NFL season. From surprising upsets to dominant wins, Jim shares his insights on what we learned from the first week of action. He also provides his outlook on how these early results could shape the rest of the season, offering predictions and bettin…
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202. Revolutionizing Blue-Collar Work: Make It Sexy Again - With Daniel Wright Owner Of Proline Parking Lot Maintenance
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In this episode of The Real Build, I sat down with Daniel Wright, the owner of Proline Parking Lot Maintenance. Daniel and I have been friends for a couple of years now, having met through Top Contractor School. Daniel has experienced significant short-term growth and success with his business, and I was excited to have him on. We discussed topics …
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Earlier this month, the British Columbia Lottery Corporation bid adieu to the old days of sports bettors stopping by the local convenience store to make their picks on paper with the launch of its ProLine digital sportsbook. Brett Hanson, BCLC’s Manager – Retail Sports was our latest guest on the Gaming News Canada Show to dig into the deets of the…
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The Betting Roundtable: Canada’s Future, U.S. Regulation, and Lisbon’s Industry Buzz
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Many folks employed in the world of sports betting and gaming are congregating in Portugal this week for SBC Lisbon. That includes Gaming News Canada Show regular panelist and industry consultant, Amanda Brewer, who will be lending her voice along with other stakeholders in the Canadian marketplace (NorthStar Gaming’s Michael Moskowitz and Jared Be…
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Episode 740 - September 20, 2024 Educational Series
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In this episode, Jim Feist kicks off an exciting new educational series on sports betting. Jim dives into the strategies that have brought him success, the common pitfalls that bettors face, and how to navigate the highs and lows of wagering. Whether you're a seasoned bettor or just starting out, this series is packed with valuable insights and tip…
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Bell bids adieu to MLSE ownership stake, leaving Rogers with majority ownership
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There were tremors through the Canadian sports business and media landscape this morning when Sportico’s Scott Soshnick and Kurt Badenhausen broke the news that Rogers was acquiring Bell’s 37.5 per cent stake in Maple Leaf Sports and Entertainment for $4.7 billion, subject to the approval of sports leagues tied to MLSE’s ownership of the Toronto Ma…
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Episode 739 - September 16, 2024 Weekend Game Recap
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In this episode, Jim Feist breaks down the key moments and standout performances from a jam packed weekend of games. From surprising upsets to dominant wins, Jim shares his insights on what we learned from the first week of action. He also provides his outlook on how these early results could shape the rest of the season, offering predictions and b…
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WagerWire Co-Founders on Growth, Fantasy, and the Future of Sports Betting
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Some 18 months ago, your humble host sat in a New York restaurant with three guys who came friends while attending UCLA and took the startup plunge to create WagerWire. Today, the Los Angeles-based business has established a place in the sports wagering and daily fantasy sports trading marketplace while using social and media platforms to build a c…
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201. Bouncing Back: How to Overcome Life's Lows and Stay Consistent for Success - With Ryan Austin Owner BSI Paving
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In this episode of The Real Build, I sat down with returning guest Ryan Austin to talk about how to overcome tough moments in life. As entrepreneurs, we experience a lot of ups and downs, balancing business, employees, family, and friends. The stress can be overwhelming, but there’s always a way to get back up when you're feeling down. Ryan and I t…
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In this episode, Jim Feist breaks down the key moments and standout performances from Week 1 of the NFL season. From surprising upsets to dominant wins, Jim shares his insights on what we learned from the first week of action. He also provides his outlook on how these early results could shape the rest of the season, offering predictions and bettin…
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200. From Self-Destruction to Self-Discovery - With Andrew Finnefrock Owner Survive To Thrive
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In this episode of The Real Build, I sat down with Andrew Finnefrock, a performance coach who shows YOU how to transform from surviving to thriving in your life & business. After spending the majority of his life extremely insecure, full of self-doubt, and eventually almost dying from drug and alcohol withdrawals. Andrew has transformed his life in…
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Betting on Alberta: A Deep Dive with Ron Segev on Gaming Law, Markets, and Canada’s Gambling Future
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It’s been awhile since we had a conversation with Ron Segev, the founder of Segev LLP and one of the leading legal beagles when it comes to the business of sports betting and gaming. So, the recent announcement that the British Columbia-based law firm was establishing some roots in Calgary ahead of the launch of regulated gambling in Alberta was th…
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Paid Social Strategies in iGaming: Insights from Sportradar’s Michael Cryan
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On the eve of the start of the National Football League regular-season, Michael Cryan – the newish Head of Paid Social at Sportradar – was our guest on the Gaming News Canada Show to answer our queries about his new gig. Cryan, who landed at Sportradar after stints with social media behemoths TikTok and Meta, and is still settling into his new role…
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199. How Life's Drivers Shape Our Personal Journey - With Jonathon Hagarbome Owner of Innovative Energy Inc.
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In this episode of The Real Build, I sat down with Jonathon Hagarbome, the owner of Innovative Energy Inc., a company specializing in high-performance insulation products featuring energy-efficient radiant thermal technology. Jonathon began his career with Bentley and Rolls-Royce at the age of 20, working as a Master Bentley and Rolls-Royce technic…
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Bettormetrics’ Robert Urwin on suspension by sportsbooks, Ai, and other matters
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Back in the spring, Bettormetrics released a report analyzing suspension strategies and the impact they were having on sportsbook revenues in the U.S. of A. Robert Urwin, the co-founder and managing director of the sports odds intelligence company, made his maiden appearance on the Gaming News Canada Show to dig deeper into the company’s data aroun…
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198. Empowering Your Voice: The Journey of Purpose - With Tre Tipton of 1Team Media
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In this episode of The Real Build, I had the pleasure of sitting down with my friend Tre Tipton. Tre is an inspiring individual who serves as the Director of Business Development at 1Team Media, Co-Host of the Athletic Aesthetic Podcast, Host of Tred Talk, and Founder of LOVE (Living Out Victoriously Everyday). Tre shares his powerful story of over…
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IC360 and IXUP Launch Self-Exclusion Program for Ontario’s Regulated Gambling Operators
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At the beginning of August, iGaming Ontario announced a select bid by Integrity Compliance 360 and Australian company IXUP was selected to develop a centralized self-exclusion system for Ontario. Catherine Jarmain, iGO’s director of industry programs and monitoring, and IC360 president Eric Frank joined the latest episode of the Gaming News Canada …
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197. The Importance of Exceptional Customer Service in Building and Contracting - With Mat Earl Of Keeneye Construction
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In this episode of The Real Build, I sat down with Mat Earl, the co-owner of Keeneye Construction in Morgan, Utah. Mat specializes in new construction and remodeling projects. We talked extensively about building, but we really focused on the importance of taking care of clients and how Mat consistently goes above and beyond for every one of his cl…
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196. How He Achieved Rapid Success in Construction in a Short Time - With Justice Opus Owner Of Opus Homes
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In this episode of The Real Build, I sat down with Justice Opus, owner of Opus Homes. Justice originally appeared on the podcast on December 15, 2021, when he was just beginning his journey as a contractor. Since then, Justice has built 35 homes and made a name for himself as a go-to home builder in the Palm Bay area. Justice and I talked about how…
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Geoff Zochodne Talks DraftKings, Alberta and Jeff Marek
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So much for the dog days of summer, at least when it comes to the business of sports betting and gaming in Canada and the United States of America. Geoff Zochodne, the veteran gaming industry beat reporter for Covers, took a break from listening to hearings, transcribing interviews and tapping the keyboard to return as our guest on the latest episo…
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195. You Can't Doubt You! Raising The Auto Repair Standard - With Kendall Warnock Owner A1 Automotive
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In this episode of The Real Build, I sat down with Kendall Warnock. Kendall owns A1 Automotive, an automotive repair company in Lincoln, Nebraska. He has made A1 Auto one of the top automotive companies in the area through his commitment to his clients, offering top service, and always giving back to the community. Kendall is a great friend and one…
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Full Pull: A Coach’s Transition from NCAA to Entertainment
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Did you hear the story about the NCAA assistant basketball coachwho decided less than a year into the COVID pandemic to leave coaching and create a startup business around tractor and truck pulling, and gaming? If not, you’re politely invited to listen in on our conversation with Full Pull Entertainment founder and CEO Chase Richardson on the lates…
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194. Mind, Body, And Holy Spirit - With Brad Modrich Owner Trifecta, Conflict, Bright State Solar
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In this episode of The Real Build, I had the pleasure of sitting down with Brad Modrich, a close friend and accomplished entrepreneur whose story is nothing short of inspirational. Brad, a multiple business owner, has achieved incredible feats throughout his life. After serving time in prison, he made the courageous decision to transform his life b…
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Court of Appeal for Ontario hears request to expand province’s igaming business
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Court is in session this summer, at least the Court of Appeal for Ontario, which is being asked by the provincial government “to answer whether the Ontario’s igaming regime would remain lawful under the Criminal Code (of Canada) if the overall size of the potential gaming audience of the scheme, otherwise known as its liquidity, is expanded to incl…
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193. #BuildBetter: How to Excel in Construction and Development - With Ahmed Seirafi Owner Andalusia Development Company
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In this episode of The Real Build, I sat down with Ahmed Seirafi. Ahmed owns Andalusia Development Company and oversees all aspects of the acquisition, disposition, and development processes for Andalusia Development Company. He has led all facets of the business, spanning more than $100 Million in commercial assets, primarily in multifamily and co…
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Canadian Gaming Summit postmortem, thoughts on Alberta, and Betway makes an exit of sorts
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Some four weeks after the curtain fell on the latest Canadian Gaming Summit, the Gaming News Canada Show welcomed back regular contributors Amanda Brewer and Phill Gray. The two gambling industry veterans provided their thoughts and layers to the annual gathering of operators, regulators, suppliers, politicians, etc., to the Metro Toronto Conventio…
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192. Own It! Owning Up To Your True Potential, 2024 Top Contractor School Summer Retreat Recap
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In this episode of The Real Build, I wanted to highlight the Top Contractor Summer Retreat in Denver, Colorado. As always, the retreat did not disappoint. This retreat's focus was "Own It." Owning up to your true potential. The speakers were members of the group, which was awesome to see. Some topics covered were goal setting, Owning things as lead…
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Play’n GO comes to Canada with online slots in Ontario and Quebec
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When Ontario opened its doors to legal sports betting and igaming industry in April 2022, one of the first companies to provide its online slots products to the marketplace was Play’n GO. In May, the Swedish-born company announced a partnership with Loto-Québec to bring its products to the lottery corp’s customers in La Belle Province. And last mon…
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191. Eric Hinz Part 2: Forming Discipline In All Ways Of Life - With Eric Hinz Owner Of Awaken Inside The Gym
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In this episode of The Real Build Real Talk, I sat down with Eric Hinz, the owner of Awaken Inside The Gym, co-host of the According To Men Podcast, coach of The Iron Mind Tribe, and 1st Phorm coach.In part two, Eric and I discussed how he maintains discipline in all areas of his life. We also discussed the importance of brotherhood for men and fin…
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BC Ventures co-founders on online gaming content, a new partner in BetMGM, and more
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On the second morning of the recent Canadian Gaming Summit, news broke of an exclusive partnership between BetMGM and Brian Christopher, the online slots and casino influencer with almost 700,000 subscribers on his YouTube channel. That afternoon, Christopher and his business partner Marco Bianchi sat down with us on the summit’s exhibition floor f…
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190. Put Trust And Faith In God To Facilitate The Process - With Eric Hinz Owner Of Awaken Inside The Gym
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In this episode of The Real Build Real Talk, I sat down with Eric Hinz, the owner of Awaken Inside The Gym, co-host of the According To Men Podcast, coach of The Iron Mind Tribe, and 1st Phorm coach. Eric and I discussed his journey into entrepreneurship and how various life trials led him to open his gym. Formerly working in construction, Eric exp…
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iGaming Ontario boss Martha Otton discusses Year 2, Alberta, and what’s next
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Martha Otton was among the busiest attendees at the recent Canadian Gaming Summit. The executive director of iGaming Ontario was a ubiquitous presence around the Metro Toronto Convention Centre, whether it was speaking formally with operators in Ontario’s regulated sports betting and igaming market in her role as executive director, participating i…
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189. Be A Servant Leader - With Ryan Austin Owner Of BSI Paving
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In this episode of The Real Build, I sat down with my good friend Ryan Austin, who was formally on the show on episode 133. Ryan owns BSI Paving. Ryan and I talked about his journey as a business owner over the last few years and how he has switched his attitude about everything with business. His business and life aren't about himself anymore. It'…
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Benjie Cherniak’s Hot Takes on the Latest Gambling Industry Developments and Innovations
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For three and a half years now, your humble host has listened and learned from many, many voices across all sectors of the gambling industry. And some of those experts prompt us to go all E.F. Hutton when they speak. https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=2MXqb1a3Apg One of those very learned people is Benjie Cherniak, who returned to the Gaming News Cana…
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188. Defining Culture And Creating Culture That Matters - With Jay Doran Owner Of Culture Matters
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In this episode of The Real Build, I sit down with my friend Jay Doran. Jay is the CEO of Culture Matters, where he helps businesses build better cultures. He also hosts The Culture Matters Podcast. Jay and I talked about a lot of different topics like: Culture and what its true meaning is. What do we stand for as a culture? A Company's lack of dia…
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Dr. Ian Messenger tells the story of the Association of Gaming Compliance Specialists
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Dr. Ian Messenger is a man with many hats over his professional career, from his work as an officer with Lothian and Borders Police in Edinburgh almost 20 years ago, to time as an operational duty officer with Interpol London and international intelligence officer, to investigating crimes of the financial sort with HSBC and OLG. Messenger’s experie…
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Steven Salz on the Rivalry Token, crypto, and what about Alberta?
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The co-founder and Chief Executive Officer of Toronto-based Rivalry made his return to the Gaming News Canada Show. A conversation between Steves – Salz and McAllister – begins with the head honcho of the online gambling company laying out the path to last week’s announcement of Rivalry entering the world of cryptocurrency, including the NUTZ inter…
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187. What Are Your Intentions? Balancing A Thriving Business And Life - With Brian Hess Owner Of The Pavement Group
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In this episode of The Real Build, I sit down again with Brian Hess, Owner of the Pavement Group. Brian is a great friend, coach, and mentor I have gotten to know well over the past few years. He first appeared on The Real Build on 8/11/21. He also owns Top Contractor School, where he mentors contractors like myself and helps them scale their busin…
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BetMGM and the Taylor Swift, Caitlin Clark effect on women bettors, and betting on women’s sports
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As the boom in women’s sports continues, led by Caitlin Clark’s arrival to the WNBA, the inaugural season of the Professional Women’s Hockey League, and Nelly Korda’s dominant season on the LPGA Tour, BetMGM has seen that rising tide impact its sports betting handle in a bullish manner. Scott Woodgate, the company’s Vice President in charge of Cana…
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OLG Leaders Continue to Push Ahead on Diversity, Equity, and Inclusion
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On the latest edition of the Gaming News Canada Show, we are joined by two women who’ve been instrumental in the highly acclaimed efforts of the Ontario Lottery & Gaming Corporation when it comes to creating and continuing to push forward with a culture that embraces diversity, equity and inclusivity. Catherine Meade, the Vice President of Communit…
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186. Balancing Faith, Family, and Business - With Cam Roberts Owner Laser Pavement Solutions
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In this episode of The Real Build, I sit down with Cam Roberts. Cam owns Laser Pavement Solutions and hosts the Stripe It Like It's Hot Podcast. Cam and I had a deep conversation about work-life balance and whether it's even possible. We also discussed the importance of family, faith, and business and how faith and family always come before everyth…
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iGaming Ontario wins court case, the case for gaming tax hikes, and more
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Given the recent cornucopia of happenings around the business of sports betting and igaming, we brought back the Gaming News Canada Show panel with Amanda Brewer and Phill Gray. The rapid-fire roundtable featuring the two gambling industry veterans opened with a discussion on the recent ruling by the Ontario Superior Court against the Mohawk Counci…
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Mkodo's Stuart Godfree on geolocation technology, regulation navigation in Ontario and beyond, and the art of AI
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Stuart Godfree, the Managing Director, Mobile and Geolocation Specialists for Mkodo, is our latest guest on the Gaming News Canada Show. Godfree, who co-founded the UK-based geolocation technology business 23 years ago this month, discussed the evolution of the company’s business in the more-recent regulatory environment of U.S. states and Ontario,…
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Welcome back to The Real Build! This is the relaunch episode. It has almost been one year since we last launched an episode. After deciding to take a break from the show, I realized how much I missed this. I missed having my show and getting the opportunity to interview amazing people. Most importantly, I missed you, the audience, and helping you. …
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CEBL commissioner, deputy commissioner on 6th season, sports betting education, and its partner BetVictor
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The Canadian Elite Basketball League opens its sixth season tonight in Calgary with the hometown Surge hosting the Edmonton Stingers in a hoops edition of the Battle of Alberta expected to draw more than 10,000 fans. Mike Morreale, the CEBL’s commissioner, and deputy commissioner John Lashway appeared on the Gaming News Canada Show to set the table…
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Sharp Alpha Advisors' Lloyd Danzig on closing Fund II
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This morning, Sharp Alpha Advisors – the New York-based venture capital firm which specializes in sports, gaming and entertainment – announced the closing of Sharp Alpha Fund II, an oversubscribed $250-million VC fund investing in early-stage businesses. Lloyd Danzig, the managing partner of Sharp Alpha Advisors, joined the Gaming News Canada Show …
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Parleh Media Group leaders on three years of innovation and lessons learned
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Three years since doing the incorporation thing – and less than a year before the opening of Ontario’s regulated sports betting and igaming industry – Parleh Media Group’s journey has been one of twists and turns for its Homestand, Bettor Content and The Parleh/Gaming News Canada brands. Mark Silver, the PMG chief executive officer who brought toge…
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IC360 leaders Holt and Frank talk merger, integrity compliance, AI, and commitment to Canada
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The leadership group at U.S. Integrity and Odds On Compliance took its own version of the Nestea plunge last month when it announced the merger of the two companies under a new brand, IC360. Matthew Holt, the chief executive officer of the new company, and IC360 president Eric Frank appeared on the latest episode of the Gaming News Canada Show. The…
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SBC Summit North America & Canadian Gaming Summit highlight spring gambling conferences season
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Some 5,000 people working across various sectors of the sports wagering and gaming industry in the U.S., Canada and countries around the planet will gather inside at the Meadowlands Exposition Center in Secaucus, NJ, next week for the annual SBC Summit North America. It’s one of two major conferences organized this spring by SBC, which will co-host…
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Canadian Lottery Coalition executive on the role of crown corps in sports betting and gaming
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It was a homecoming of sorts when Will Hill joined the Canadian Lottery Coalition as its executive director. Hill, who spent 11 years with OLG, these days represents a collaboration of the Alberta Lottery and Gaming Corporation, the Atlantic Lottery Corporation, BCLC, Loto-Québec, the Manitoba Liquor & Lotteries Corporation, and the Saskatchewan In…
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