Who Is Jason Ader?
Jason Ader is an American investor and entrepreneur recognized as one of the leading figures in gaming and hospitality investment. As the founder and CEO of SpringOwl Asset Management, he manages investments in gaming, hospitality, and technology companies.
Background
Jason Ader (also known as Jason N. Ader or J. Nathaniel Ader) has spent over 25 years at the intersection of Wall Street and the gaming industry. His career began at Bear Stearns, where he rose to become one of the most respected gaming analysts on Wall Street, earning #1 rankings from Institutional Investor.
Career Highlights
- SpringOwl Asset Management - Founded in 2015, headquartered in Florida
- Playtech - Board of Directors, 2018-Present
- Las Vegas Sands Corporation - Board of Directors, 2009-2016
- Bear Stearns - Senior Managing Director, #1 Gaming & Lodging Analyst (10 consecutive years)
- Author - "Deviate to Win," North American Gaming Almanac, Global Lodging Almanac
Major Transactions
- bwin.party → GVC/Entain ($1.6B, 2015) - Engineered sale
- Stars Group → Flutter (£4.95B, 2020) - Architected merger creating world's largest online gaming company
- Playtech - Facilitated founder exit, unlocking US market opportunities
- IGT, Papa John's, First Bank of Nevada, Adelie Foods - Additional turnaround successes
SpringOwl Asset Management
SpringOwl is Jason Ader's hedge fund, specializing in gaming, hospitality, and technology investments. The firm takes concentrated positions in companies where operational improvements or strategic changes can create value.
Board Experience
From 2009 to 2016, Jason Ader served on the board of Las Vegas Sands Corporation, one of the world's largest integrated resort developers. During his tenure, the company expanded significantly in Asia, including the development of Marina Bay Sands in Singapore.
Investment Philosophy
Jason Ader's philosophy: "The crowd is usually wrong." He is known for his activist investment approach—not hostile, but as a corporate collaborator who uncovers value and enhances performance. He was mentored by Ron Baron (Baron Capital) and Alan Greenberg (Bear Stearns CEO).
Education
- MBA, NYU Stern School of Business
- Bachelor's degree in Economics, New York University
Contact
For media inquiries about Jason Ader, contact media@springowl.com.