Moderator
Michael Milken, Chairman, Milken Institute
Speakers
Wesley Edens, Founder and Co-Chairman of Fortress Investment Group; Co-Owner, Milwaukee Bucks
Brian France, Chairman and CEO, NASCAR
Bobby Kotick, CEO, Activision Blizzard
Robert Kraft, Founder, Chairman and CEO, the Kraft Group; Owner, New England Patriots
David Stern, Commissioner Emeritus, National Basketball Association
To multitudes around the world, organized sports are a way of life — a common language that cuts across race, class and geography. The world of sports is also populated by multibillion-dollar businesses competing for market share as entertainment options proliferate. Being a successful league commissioner or team owner today requires looking beyond the bottom line and drawing on a unique set of skills. These stewards of the game must also manage exceptionally talented athletes (and their exceptionally talented agents). They have to satisfy legions of dedicated fans who have strong opinions about every contract and rule change. And they have to preserve the rich legacies of their sports while making sure they remain poised to capture the enthusiasm of future fans. Institute Chairman Mike Milken sits down with leaders from across the sporting world for a wide-ranging discussion about the industry, the evolving relationship of fans and clubs, shifting revenue models and — more generally — the future of sports.
