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CTRL + Athlete: The Sportification of Gaming & Gamification of Sports

Keaton FFSP

Join us for an exhilarating exploration of the dynamic relationship between sports and gaming in our webinar hosted by the Alumni Ventures Sports Fund Team. Discover the unexpected convergence of these two realms that has given rise to a powerhouse of innovation and engagement.

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In this webinar, we delve into the sportification of gaming, uncovering how traditional sports principles are shaping the future of the gaming industry. From the explosion of esports to athlete involvement and the gamification of sports, we dissect the fascinating interplay between these two worlds.

Explore investment opportunities at the nexus of sports and gaming as we showcase startups that exemplify the future of the sports economy. From Twitch to 100 Thieves, Frameplay to Mobalytics, discover the potential of companies reshaping the landscape where sports and gaming collide.

Don’t miss your chance to be part of the conversation shaping the future of sports and gaming. Join us for “Game On!” – where passion meets investment in the evolving world of sports and gaming.

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About your presenters

Keaton Nankivil
Keaton Nankivil

Senior Principal, Sports Fund

Keaton has spent his career focused on high-level teamwork. A proud Wisconsin Basketball alumnus, he started his career playing professional basketball in Europe. He played for and led teams in competitions across Europe, including stops in Germany, Spain, Latvia and Italy. When he returned from overseas, his career focus shifted to the entrepreneurial ecosystem. He has worked with both institutional and corporate venture teams and completed and MBA with a focus on entrepreneurship. He holds a BS in kinesiology from UW-Madison and an MBA from the Nicholas Center for Corporate Finance and Investment Banking from the Wisconsin School of Business.

Marco Mereu
Marco Mereu

Founder & CEO, M80

Marco Mereu, based in Boston, MA, US, is currently a Founder and CEO at M80, bringing experience from previous roles at M80, XSET, Super League Gaming, and Framerate (Acquired by Super League Gaming). Marco Mereu holds a 1992 – 1996 BA in Criminology @ Northeastern University.

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