01: Reinventing Sports for the Digital Age with Patrick Dees

In this episode, Patrick Dees, co-founder and Chief Gaming Officer of Fan Controlled Sports Entertainment, shares how his company is transforming sports by blending traditional sports with gaming. Patrick delves into the genesis of this idea, the importance of a global fan-centric approach, and his experience as an entrepreneur. He highlights the benefits of being a market pioneer, finding complementary partners, and focusing on core competencies. Patrick also discusses fan-controlled NASCAR, where fans make real-time race decisions, and invites listeners to join the fan-controlled sports movement.

Key Moments:

• 00:00 Introduction and Overview
• 03:49 Patrick's Journey as an Entrepreneur
• 11:19 Reinventing Sports for the Digital Age
• 19:31 The Power of Passion and Teamwork
• 22:16 Being Early in the Market: Opportunities and Challenges
• 24:39 Creating a Unique Fan Experience
• 27:59 Reflecting on the Journey: Lessons Learned
• 26:04 Self-Awareness and Team Building
• 27:01 Understanding Your Role in the Market
• 28:28 The Importance of Complementary Partnerships
• 30:26 The Power of Surrounding Yourself with the Right People
• 34:46 The Strategy of Saying No
• 39:33 The Irrational Belief in Doing Everything
• 43:43 Fan Controlled Sports: Harnessing Collective Intelligence in NASCAR

Connect with Patrick: 

• LinkedIn: @patrickdees
• Instagram: @ptothedees
• Website: fcse.xyz

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