7 episodes
Withers talks: Leveling the playing field with Michael Rueda Withers
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5.0 • 2 Ratings
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As an athlete, entertainer or artist, your talent may be helping you to build a successful career and reputation. However, it is important to remember that your reputation and image has value and you need to protect it. Safeguarding your personal brand and identity is very important in the early stages of your career, and will help you protect your future position and commitments.In this podcast series, hosted by Michael Rueda, we talk to experienced advisers who share useful tips and considerations to help you build a successful career, and remain in the driving seat. The series will cover a diverse range of topics such as contracts with advisors and agents, navigating name, image and likeness opportunity related contracts, protecting your brand, intellectual property rights and tax and estate planning. Michael, who leads Withers sports and entertainment practice in the US, is a former competitive athlete who understands the issues and pitfalls that present all too well. He combines his passion for sports and his knowledge of corporate law to provide his clients with the tools they need to navigate the industry's ever-changing landscape.
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Episode 7 | Family Matters – Navigating the turbulent waves of change
WELCOME TO OUR LEVELING THE PLAYING FIELD PODCAST HOSTED BY MICHAEL RUEDA
Our Leveling the Playing Field podcast series provides personalized and holistic advice for athletes, entertainers, artists, and other notable individuals to better understand the elements of the commercial relationships they will encounter in their professional careers. Our goal is to provide our clients with the tools they need to achieve success.
Topics our series will cover include:
Name, image and likeness opportunity related contractsIntellectual propertyCharitable giving and philanthropyTax and estate planningContracts with advisors and agentsIn this episode, Michael sits down with Samantha Klein, of the Withers Family Law Team, to discuss the complex nature of family law, and the particular complexities for those in the public eye. -
Episode 6 | Picking your palace: Advising clients in New York's luxury real estate market
In this episode, Michael sits down with Ilyse Dolgenas, Special Counsel on the Withers Real Estate Team, to discuss the unique aspects of advising clients in ever-popular New York Luxury Real Estate market.
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Episode 5 | The business of talent: Business management for long term success
WELCOME TO OUR LEVELING THE PLAYING FIELD PODCAST HOSTED BY MICHAEL RUEDA
Our Leveling the Playing Field podcast series provides personalized and holistic advice for athletes, entertainers, artists, and other notable individuals to better understand the elements of the commercial relationships they will encounter in their professional careers. Our goal is to provide our clients with the tools they need to achieve success.
Topics our series will cover include:
Name, image and likeness opportunity related contractsIntellectual propertyCharitable giving and philanthropyTax and estate planningContracts with advisors and agents
In this episode, Michael sits down with Ryan Robichaud of Armanino LLP to learn more about the strategic role Business Managers play in advising talented individuals at all stages of their careers. The lively discussion focuses on managing finances and savings, strategic tax and business planning, and best practices to promote long term personal and professional success. -
Episode 4 | Philanthropy and Activism for Athletes, Entertainers, and Other Notable Individuals
WELCOME TO OUR LEVELING THE PLAYING FIELD PODCAST HOSTED BY MICHAEL RUEDA
Our Leveling the Playing Field podcast series provides personalized and holistic advice for athletes, entertainers, artists, and other notable individuals to better understand the elements of the commercial relationships they will encounter in their professional careers. Our goal is to provide our clients with the tools they need to achieve success.
Topics our series will cover include:
Name, image and likeness opportunity related contractsIntellectual propertyCharitable giving and philanthropyTax and estate planningContracts with advisors and agents
With philanthropy and activism by athletes, entertainers, artists and other notable individuals at an all-time high, understanding charitable giving structures and the mechanics and legal steps to achieve your goals is critical. In this episode, Michael sits down with Alana Petraske to discuss the key considerations to keep top of mind for charitable gift structuring and formation. -
Episode 3 | Planning for success: the importance of tax and estate planning for athletes and entertainers
WELCOME TO OUR LEVELING THE PLAYING FIELD PODCAST HOSTED BY MICHAEL RUEDA
Our Leveling the Playing Field podcast series provides personalized and holistic advice for athletes, entertainers, artists, and other notable individuals to better understand the elements of the commercial relationships they will encounter in their professional careers. Our goal is to provide our clients with the tools they need to achieve success.
Topics our series will cover include:
Name, image and likeness opportunity related contractsIntellectual propertyCharitable giving and philanthropyTax and estate planningContracts with advisors and agentsWhat are essential basic tax and estate planning needs for athletes and entertainers? What may trigger additional or more comprehensive estate planning needs? In this episode, Michael and Withers partner David Lehn, tackle the tricky topic of tax and estate planning for athletes and celebrities. -
Episode 2 | Understanding the intricacies of public companies, boards, and SPACs
WELCOME TO OUR LEVELING THE PLAYING FIELD PODCAST HOSTED BY MICHAEL RUEDA
Our Leveling the Playing Field podcast series provides personalized and holistic advice for athletes, entertainers, artists, and other notable individuals to better understand the elements of the commercial relationships they will encounter in their professional careers. Our goal is to provide our clients with the tools they need to achieve success.
Topics our series will cover include:
Name, image and likeness opportunity related contractsIntellectual propertyCharitable giving and philanthropyTax and estate planningContracts with advisors and agentsWith a surge in former athletes getting involved with public companies and SPACs recently, what are the key considerations to be aware of before getting involved? Michael Rueda sits down with Ridge Barker, Withers corporate partner who focuses on corporate and finance securities matters, including SPACs, to discuss fiduciary obligations, trading restrictions, and other items to consider before becoming a SPAC sponsor or board member.