Joel Block is a frequent keynote speaker, hedge fund manager, venture capitalist, and podcast host with over 30 years of experience in the finance and media industries. He is the founder and CEO of The Advantage Player® Institute, the go-to hub for mastering high-stakes strategies in business and life. Joel knows that leveraging predictive logic and killer tactics turns winning into an inevitability. The Advantage Player® Institute, led by Joel, a former professional blackjack player, equips top-tier individuals with the tools to outrun the competition and play at their peak. Clients dive into an immersive learning experience that transforms complex concepts into actionable insights. Our goal is to not just play the game - but to own it. And we help our clients elevate their strategic prowess to an unbeatable level.Joel leverages his insights and expertise from his background as a former pro blackjack player and card counter, a best-selling author, hedge fund manager, and executive advisor. He delivers fast-paced, entertaining, and life-changing keynote presentations that amaze audiences with his ability to simplify complex concepts and share Wall Street secrets. He also hosts a weekly show, "Your Advantage Play®", where he interviews executives of mid-cap companies about their killer business strategies. Joel's mission is to empower CEOs and executive teams to crush their goals, simplify complex situations, and maximize total compensation for everyone.