Pat Evans

Pat Evans has nearly two decades of experience covering complex industries. Before joining Defi Rate in 2026, he spent more than 15 years writing about sports betting, food and beverage, construction, health care and sports business for national and regional outlets. He previously worked as a reporter and editor for publications including the Grand Rapids Business Journal, Front Office Sports, Legal Sports Report and iGaming Business, where he began in-depth reporting on prediction markets.

Pat holds a political science degree from Michigan State University.

A journalist since 2008, Pat has specialized in business reporting and since 2019, has built a reputation as a go-to source on how legislation and regulation shape the fast-changing gambling industry. For more than a decade, he established himself as a food and beverage expert with two books as well as national bylines including Thrillist, Gear Patrol and Beer Connoisseur Magazine.

When he’s not working, Pat enjoys exploring new restaurants and bars, reading, playing basketball and working on creative writing projects. He’s based in Grand Rapids, Michigan, where he has spent much of his career chronicling the city’s history.