This week, I interviewed serial entrepreneur Nigel Eccles. Known for his role as co-founder and former CEO of FanDuel (www.fanduel.com/) , Nigel shares his incredible journey of launching and scaling multiple ventures, including his latest projects BetHog (beta.bethog.com/casino) and BetDex (www.betdex.com/) . Nigel dives into the pivotal moments that defined his career, lessons learned from raising over $450 million in venture funding, and his insights into the evolving landscapes of crypto, Web3, and gaming.
Nigel’s candid reflections on timing, co-founder dynamics, and building resilient startups are a must-hear for founders, investors, and anyone curious about how to stay ahead in the world of tech and entrepreneurship.
What You’ll Learn in This Episode:

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A speedrun through Nigel’s backstory (x.com/nigeleccles/status/1788603461224776103)


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The early days of FanDuel and lessons from building a billion-dollar business.


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Insights into raising capital-from seed rounds to $450M in funding.


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Why timing and market dynamics matter more than ever.


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The role of ethics and trustworthiness in choosing co-founders and investors.


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Building for users: Why understanding your audience is key.


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The future of online gaming, streaming, and crypto’s role in innovation.


Notable Quotes:

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“If you’re a tech startup, you need a tech co-founder. It’s almost impossible to succeed without one.”


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“The best hires often come from failed startups-they’ve been through the fire and still want to build.”


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“The key to raising capital is timing and understanding what the market values.”


Connect with Nigel Eccles: Twitter ( nigeleccles) | LinkedIn (www.linkedin.com/in/nigeleccles/)
Keywords: #gaming #sportsbetting #FanDuel #crypto #web3 #BetHog #BetDex #fundraising #venturecapital
Shout-outs: Connor Murphy, Bradley Tusk, Nic Carter
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