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Withers talks: Leveling the playing field with Michael Rueda

Withers talks: Leveling the playing field with Michael Rueda

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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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Withers talks: Leveling the playing field with Michael Rueda - Episode 6 | Picking your palace: Advising clients in New York's luxury real estate market

Episode 6 | Picking your palace: Advising clients in New York's luxury real estate market

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12/21/21 • 14 min

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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Withers talks: Leveling the playing field with Michael Rueda - Episode 7 | Family Matters – Navigating the turbulent waves of change

Episode 7 | Family Matters – Navigating the turbulent waves of change

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01/18/22 • 15 min

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 contracts
  • Intellectual property
  • Charitable giving and philanthropy
  • Tax and estate planning
  • Contracts with advisors and agents
In 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.
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Withers talks: Leveling the playing field with Michael Rueda - Episode 5 | The business of talent: Business management for long term success

Episode 5 | The business of talent: Business management for long term success

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12/06/21 • 25 min

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 contracts
  • Intellectual property
  • Charitable giving and philanthropy
  • Tax and estate planning
  • Contracts 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.

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Withers talks: Leveling the playing field with Michael Rueda - Episode 4 | Philanthropy and Activism for Athletes, Entertainers, and Other Notable Individuals
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11/05/21 • 21 min

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 contracts
  • Intellectual property
  • Charitable giving and philanthropy
  • Tax and estate planning
  • Contracts 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.

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Withers talks: Leveling the playing field with Michael Rueda - Episode 3 | Planning for success: the importance of tax and estate planning for athletes and entertainers
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07/30/21 • 13 min

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 contracts
  • Intellectual property
  • Charitable giving and philanthropy
  • Tax and estate planning
  • Contracts with advisors and agents

What 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.

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Withers talks: Leveling the playing field with Michael Rueda - Episode 2 | Understanding the intricacies of public companies, boards, and SPACs

Episode 2 | Understanding the intricacies of public companies, boards, and SPACs

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07/13/21 • 17 min

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 contracts
  • Intellectual property
  • Charitable giving and philanthropy
  • Tax and estate planning
  • Contracts with advisors and agents

With 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.

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Withers talks: Leveling the playing field with Michael Rueda - Episode 1 | Protecting your brand

Episode 1 | Protecting your brand

Withers talks: Leveling the playing field with Michael Rueda

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07/12/21 • 17 min

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 contracts
  • Intellectual property
  • Charitable giving and philanthropy
  • Tax and estate planning
  • Contracts with advisors and agents

In this episode, Michael sits down with Deborah Greaves, Withers partner who focuses on domestic and global intellectual property, privacy and protection strategy across a variety of sectors to discuss IP, trademark and licensing issues that should be taken into consideration before entering into a contract or agreement.

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How many episodes does Withers talks: Leveling the playing field with Michael Rueda have?

Withers talks: Leveling the playing field with Michael Rueda currently has 7 episodes available.

What topics does Withers talks: Leveling the playing field with Michael Rueda cover?

The podcast is about News, Brand, Intellectual Property, Ncaa, Podcasts, Business and Sports News.

What is the most popular episode on Withers talks: Leveling the playing field with Michael Rueda?

The episode title 'Episode 7 | Family Matters – Navigating the turbulent waves of change' is the most popular.

What is the average episode length on Withers talks: Leveling the playing field with Michael Rueda?

The average episode length on Withers talks: Leveling the playing field with Michael Rueda is 18 minutes.

How often are episodes of Withers talks: Leveling the playing field with Michael Rueda released?

Episodes of Withers talks: Leveling the playing field with Michael Rueda are typically released every 27 days, 20 hours.

When was the first episode of Withers talks: Leveling the playing field with Michael Rueda?

The first episode of Withers talks: Leveling the playing field with Michael Rueda was released on Jul 12, 2021.

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