Athletes Make The Best Investors + Startups
Athletes don’t just play the game. They change it. Athletes Make The Best Investors + Startups™ celebrates the ones who turn their drive into enterprise. Former and current athletes who’ve transformed their vision, discipline, and influence into companies that move industries, create jobs, and inspire what’s next. These ventures aren’t just businesses. They’re blueprints. For ownership. For innovation. For every athlete building what comes next.
I. Agenda
9:00am – 9:30am: Investor and Founder Networking Breakfast
Meet athlete investors, founders, and corporate innovation leaders in an exclusive networking environment.
9:30am – 10:30am: Fireside Chat: Athletes, Equity and Ownership
Hear from athlete investors and founders building legacy through business, equity, and innovation.
10:30am – 12:00pm: Startup Pitch and Demo Showcase
Watch athlete-led startups pitch live to investors, brands, and accelerators shaping the future of sports, tech, and entertainment.
12:00pm – 1:00pm: Networking Lounge and Deal Flow
Close out the day with media spotlights, sponsor features, and investor-founder connections that spark lasting partnerships.
II. Who Should Attend
- Professional & Retired Athletes
- Startup Founders & Entrepreneurs
- Venture Capital & Private Equity Firms
- Corporate Innovation, Brand & Marketing Executives
- Innovation Showcase and Closing Reception
- Family Offices, Accelerators, and NIL Programs
- Media, Influencers, and Economic Development Leaders
III. Partner with Us
Partnering with Athletes Make The Best Investors + Startups™ means aligning your organization/brand with leadership, innovation, and impact. From sponsorship and speaking opportunities to curated activations and media collaborations, we tailor each partnership to meet your goals.
- Showcase your brand alongside athlete investors, founders, and industry leaders.
- Sponsor key experiences — the Investor Breakfast, Innovation Showcase, or Media Lounge.
- Host a private roundtable or deal flow session with athlete entrepreneurs.
- Co-create branded content or data insights that extend your reach beyond the event.
Join us in shaping the future of athlete ownership and innovation.
→ Become a Partner
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