Brandon Adams

George Brandon Adams is a diverse individual. He has an impressive poker career, earnings surpassing $5.3 million. He also holds a Harvard Business School degree and ventured into self-publishing as an author. Furthermore, Adams was also a former Harvard lecturer in economics for nine years and has launched his podcast, “The Brandon Adams Podcast.”

In his poker journey, Adams achieved a significant milestone in 2017. He won the Poker Masters, a $50K NLH tournament, securing a career-best prize of $819K. Additionally, in 2019, he won his first WSOP bracelet by triumphing in the online high roller event.

Brandon Adams: Early Life

Adams was an exceptional student, he graduated from the University of Florida at just 19, majoring in Economics. He then pursued a Master’s degree at UFL and later earned his doctorate from Harvard. His fascination with poker began during his early college years while studying game theory. He started reading about poker and later played it during a weekend trip to Biloxi with a former girlfriend. During his time in Harvard, he joined a poker club, where they discussed poker theory and played weekly.

Adams entered online poker during the 2003 Moneymaker boom, all while studying on scholarships. In the summer of 2007, he decided to transition to a career in poker. This decision was prompted by the favorable live cash game opportunities available in Las Vegas at that time.

Brandon Adams: Poker Career

Brandon Adams’ poker career began in 2005 when he secured his first recorded cash, finishing 21st in a $10,000 WSOP Circuit event in his hometown of New Orleans, LA, earning $14,765. His first six-figure cash came in January 2006 when he placed 6th for $114,475 in another $10K Championship Event of WSOPC in Tunica. The champion of this event was the renowned Daniel Negreanu, who claimed the top prize of $755,525.

Adams transitioned to high-stakes play in 2017. Notable achievements include a runner-up finish in the A$25,000 Challenge at the Aussie Millions, earning $447,363. Additionally, he secured a 3rd place finish in the $25,500 High Roller at the Seminole Hard Rock Poker Open and earned $351,000. That same year, in September, he won the Poker Masters $50K NLH for $819,000—his best live cash to date. The tournament featured prominent players such as Doug Polk, David Peters, and Justin Bonomo.

In April 2018, he triumphed in the $25,500 High Roller at the Seminole Hard Rock Poker Open, securing a prize of $370,000. This victory marked a successful return to the event where he had finished 3rd in August 2017, earning $351,000. His success persevered in September 2018 when he achieved yet another victory in the $26K Poker Masters for $400,000.

During 2019, Adams had a remarkable year. One standout achievement was in July when he emerged victorious in the 2019 WSOP $3,200 NLH Online High Roller Event, defeating a field of 593 entries and playing under ‘DrOctagon’. This win marked his first gold bracelet and a substantial prize of $411,561. Additionally, throughout the year, he amassed an impressive $1.5 million from various high-stakes events, both online and live.

Adams has made notable appearances on High Stakes Poker Season 4—which he made a comeback in Season 8, and Poker After Dark Seasons 5-7, in addition to numerous televised final tables. During his appearances on these shows, he squared off against poker legends like Phil Hellmuth, Tom Dwan, and Antonio Esfandiari. 

His track record in live cash tournaments has amassed total winnings of $5,341,032 to date. Furthermore, Adams actively participates in online poker on PokerStars, where he goes by the moniker Brandon78.

Brandon Adams’ Multifaceted Ventures

In 2011, Adams started a unique business called Expert Insights. It’s a special platform where experts in different areas, like economics and poker, give coaching sessions by the hour. The platform empowers experts to set rates, simplifying coaching and aiming to provide valuable insights to users.

In addition to his role as the founder of Expert Insight, Adams is a prolific author with three notable books to his name. These include “Broke: A Poker Novel” and “Personal Organization For Degenerates.” Notably, Adams managed all these while dedicating his spare time to teaching game theory courses at Harvard University.

In a further testament to his multifaceted talents, Adams launched his own podcast. It explores intriguing connections among poker, economics, and sports. This podcast has grown to 52 episodes, featuring prominent figures from both the poker and business realms. You can also watch the podcast on his YouTube channel, expanding its reach and impact.

Conclusion

Brandon Adams is a versatile individual who has achieved success in poker and various other pursuits. While his poker career boasts substantial wins, he doesn’t limit himself to the card table. By sharing his podcast, Adams extends his influence to a wider audience. He serves as an inspiration for those seeking excellence in diverse areas of life.