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Jim ‘Mattress Mack’ McIngvale on Betting Plans for Kentucky Derby, Secrets to Success

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Jim ‘Mattress Mack’ McIngvale on Betting Plans for Kentucky Derby, Secrets to Success

Jim "Mattress Mack" McIngvale is betting on the 2022 Kentucky Derby. He is a successful businessman who started with little and built a furniture empire. Ren talked to him about his philanthropy and the promotions he's run tied to his wagering. He also shares his plans for giving back if and when he cashes his Derby bet this year. For more information on betting at the Kentucky derby visit Americanasbestracing.net.

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