Eli Manning Says There's Great Deal Flow in Private Equity

The video discusses the current market environment for private equity, focusing on sports and fashion investments. Steve Leibowitz and Eli Manning share insights on navigating the market, the impact of valuations, and the role of sports as an asset class. They explore opportunities in sports, including team ownership and adjacent sectors, and touch on the influence of NFTs and crypto. The discussion also covers the recession resistance of sports and changes in college sports, concluding with thoughts on football team performance.

What new sectors is the Brand Velocity Group looking to expand into?

• Technology and Healthcare

• Sports and Fashion

• Real Estate and Finance

• Automotive and Energy

How does Eli Manning describe the sports sector in terms of investment?

• A declining market

• An emerging asset class

• A risky venture

• A saturated industry

What is a key factor driving high valuations in sports investments?

• Reduced fan engagement

• Media rights and spinoffs

• Decreasing player salaries

• Government subsidies

What role does Eli Manning play in the Brand Velocity Group?

• He is a silent investor

• He provides insights and helps raise funds

• He manages the day-to-day operations

• He focuses solely on fashion investments

How has the crypto world impacted the sports industry according to the discussion?

• It has introduced new opportunities like NFTs

• It has led to a decrease in sports investments

• It has made sports investments more volatile

• It has had no significant impact

What is a concern Eli Manning has about college athletes receiving money?

• It could create locker room tensions

• It will reduce college sports viewership

• It will increase the cost of college education

• It might lead to decreased performance

What is considered a potentially recession-proof industry according to the discussion?

• Real Estate

• Sports

• Healthcare

• Technology