Early Life
Shalom Meckenzie was born in Bat Yam, Israel, where he grew up. He later moved with his family to the United States during his childhood. His father was a real estate developer.
Rise to Success
Meckenzie's career began with the co-founding of 10bet UK, an online gambling company, in 2001. However, his most significant achievement came with the founding of SBTech in 2007. SBTech became a leading sports betting technology provider. The company's growth culminated in a merger with DraftKings in 2020, making Meckenzie the largest private shareholder in the combined entity. This deal propelled him into the ranks of billionaires.
Key Business Strategies
Meckenzie's success can be attributed to identifying and capitalizing on opportunities in the sports betting industry. Through SBTech, he provided the technology that powered numerous online gambling platforms. SBTech offered a system for managing sports betting, including marketing and other tools. In 2021, he founded Amp, a home digital strength device company, powered by AI.
Philanthropy
While specific philanthropic activities are not readily available, his overall impact is evident through his business ventures and job creation within the tech and gaming sectors.
