News | October 2, 2025
Shalabh Gupta and Amran Nawaz, Associate Directors in Secretariat’s Global Sports Consulting practice, were recently quoted in an S&P Global article discussing sports team acquisition and valuation trends.
August 16, 2018
Intensity joined Secretariat on February 1, 2023.
This study provides a data-driven analysis of the “one-and-done” policy for early entry into the NBA draft. The NBA, NCAA, and NBPA have all expressed some dissatisfaction with the policy, and the potential CBA negotiations in 2017 present the NBA and NBPA with an opportunity to improve it. Our analysis demonstrates that:
In the context of these findings, we discuss options for improving the policy. These include (a) modifying the rookie scale to compensate players for NCAA participation, and (b) introducing an entry threshold that allows only the best players to enter the NBA, while allowing others to develop in the NCAA. We also discuss options for compensating college athletes, including allowing players to receive revenue from endorsements and licensing.
Shalabh Gupta and Amran Nawaz, Associate Directors in Secretariat’s Global Sports Consulting practice, were recently quoted in an S&P Global article discussing sports team acquisition and valuation trends.
Executive Scandals: Navigating Reputational and Financial Risks
Executive Scandals: 2025 Navigating Reputational and Financial Risks, authored by experts from FGS Global and Secretariat, provides a practical framework for boards, legal teams, and compliance professionals. It highlights four core practices including preparation, independent guidance, thorough investigations, and consistent communications that strengthen organizational resilience and protect corporate reputation.
Mid-Year 2025 Update: Nazaha’s Progress in the Fight Against Corruption
As part of its ongoing mandate to enhance transparency and integrity, Saudi Arabia’s Oversight and Anti-Corruption Authority (Nazaha), has continued its efforts. For the six months to June 2025, Nazaha have conducted areas of engagement into new authorities.