Industry Expert
As a veteran of the gaming and hospitality industry with over 25 years of experience, Jason Ader is frequently sought by media outlets for commentary on industry developments, investment trends, and market analysis.
His unique perspective—combining a decade as Wall Street's top gaming analyst, board experience at Las Vegas Sands, and current leadership of SpringOwl Asset Management—provides insight that few industry observers can offer.
Selected Media Appearances
- CNBC Squawk Box — Sports betting sector outlook and DraftKings analysis (September 2020)
- CNBC Fast Money — Macau gaming and daily fantasy sports commentary (2015)
- Bloomberg Television Money Moves — IGT investment thesis and gaming industry outlook (2013)
- Global Gaming Business Podcast — In-depth interview on activist investing and board leadership (November 2025)
- Absolute Return Podcast — Casino and gaming investing strategies
- BettingUSA — Exclusive interview on responsible gambling and technology solutions
- Wall Street Transcript — Multiple interviews on gaming and lodging sector analysis
- CalvinAyre.com — Commentary on online gaming investment opportunities
- Legal Sports Report — SPACs and online gambling market analysis
- Gaming America — New York casino market perspectives
Activist Investing Coverage
SpringOwl Asset Management's activist campaigns have been covered extensively by major financial media:
- Yahoo Finance — "Shareholder names former Yahoo executives among potential Mayer replacements" — Coverage of SpringOwl's campaign for leadership change at Yahoo
- Yahoo Finance — "Hedge fund SpringOwl starts new activist fund after Viacom battle" — Profile of SpringOwl's activist investment strategy
- GGB Magazine — In-depth profile on Jason Ader's career from Wall Street analyst to activist investor
- Crunchbase — Professional profile and investment history
SpringOwl has conducted eight activist campaigns, including efforts at Yahoo (resulting in CEO transition) and Viacom (resulting in leadership change and profitable exit).
Commentary Topics
Ader's media commentary typically addresses:
- Gaming Industry Trends — Analysis of casino, sports betting, and online gaming market developments
- Investment Perspectives — Views on gaming and hospitality sector investment opportunities
- Regulatory Developments — Commentary on gaming regulation and policy changes
- Technology Evolution — Insights on technology's impact on gaming and hospitality operations
- International Markets — Analysis of global gaming markets including Macau and emerging markets
- Responsible Gambling — Advocacy for technology-driven player protection tools
Speaking Engagements
In addition to media appearances, Ader participates in industry conferences and investor events, sharing perspectives on gaming and hospitality investment. These engagements include:
- Gaming industry conferences and trade shows
- Investment forums and financial conferences
- Academic and educational programs
- Industry association events
Media Inquiries
For media inquiries regarding Jason Ader's availability for commentary or interviews, please contact SpringOwl Asset Management or use the contact page.
Written Commentary
Ader also contributes written analysis on gaming and hospitality investment through SpringOwl Media, where he publishes articles on industry trends and investment perspectives.