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Pro Athlete Community

Wilmington, US · Founded 2022 · 62 employees on LinkedIn · 2 known investors

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PAC is a private membership community for current and former professional athletes to develop, network, and build careers beyond sport. The platform provides individualized development, trusted relationships, and opportunities for athletes across all sports and career stages.

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Founders & leadership

Pro Athlete Community was founded in 2022 by Christopher Paucek, Kaleb Thornhill, and Chip Paucek.

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Christopher PaucekCo-founder
KTKaleb Thornhill
Kaleb ThornhillCo-founderKaleb Thornhill held front office roles with the Detroit Lions and Miami Dolphins and has over 14 years of NFL experience focused on player development and engagement. He holds a B.A. and M.S. from Michigan State University, an M.B.A. from Nova Southeastern University, and completed Wharton's NFL Athlete Development Certification Program; he is co-founder of Pro Athlete Community.
CPChip Paucek
Chip PaucekCo-founderHe previously founded and led 2U, Inc., an online education technology company that partnered with universities and grew to approximately $1 billion in revenue, and earlier co-founded Cerebellum Corporation, an educational media company. He holds a BA from George Washington University and an MBA from UNC Kenan-Flagler Business School.

Investors · 2

GSV Ventureslisted by GSV VenturesSan Francisco · $250K – $15M

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MaveronreportedSeattle · $100K – $8M

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Reported raises · per SEC filings

Form D private placements

$12.6M disclosed across 3 rounds · 2024–2025

▶$7.5MraisedJul 2025 · 20 investors · Other
Rule 506(b)
Officers, directors & promoters on the filing
  • Christopher PaucekExecutive Officer, Director, Promoter
  • Kaleb ThornhillExecutive Officer, Director, Promoter
  • Michael CohnDirector
Offering amount
$7.8M
Amount sold
$7.5M
First sale
Jun 2025
Incorporated
Corporation, Delaware, 2024
Federal exemptions
06b
Full filing on SEC EDGAR ↗
▶$1.5MraisedFeb 2025 · 2 investors · Other
Rule 506(b)
Officers, directors & promoters on the filing
  • Kaleb ThornhillExecutive Officer, Director, Promoter
  • Christopher PaucekExecutive Officer, Director, Promoter
Offering amount
$1.5M
Amount sold
$1.5M
First sale
Dec 2024
Incorporated
Corporation, Delaware, 2024
Federal exemptions
06b
Full filing on SEC EDGAR ↗
▶$3.6MraisedAug 2024 · 12 investors · Other
Rule 506(b)
Officers, directors & promoters on the filing
  • Christopher PaucekExecutive Officer, Director, Promoter
  • Kaleb ThornhillExecutive Officer, Director, Promoter
Offering amount
$3.6M
Amount sold
$3.6M
First sale
Jul 2024
Incorporated
Corporation, Delaware, 2024
Federal exemptions
06b
Full filing on SEC EDGAR ↗

Source: SEC EDGAR Form D. Amounts as filed; amended filings shown once at their latest values.

In the news

Matt Joyce - Pro Athlete Communityproathletecommunity.com · Jun 2026Pro Athlete Community Raises $7.6M in Series A Fundingfinsmes.com · Jun 2025Pro Athlete Community (PAC) Secures $7.6M Series A to Redefine Athlete Transitions, Led by GSV Venturesfinance.yahoo.com · Jun 2025Pro Athlete Community Funding: $7.6M | Complete Analysis | Extruct AIextruct.ai

Frequently asked questions

What does Pro Athlete Community do?
PAC is a private membership community for current and former professional athletes to develop, network, and build careers beyond sport. The platform provides individualized development, trusted relationships, and opportunities for athletes across all sports and career stages.
Who founded Pro Athlete Community?
Pro Athlete Community was founded by Christopher Paucek, Kaleb Thornhill, Chip Paucek in 2022.
Who are Pro Athlete Community's investors?
Pro Athlete Community's investors include GSV Ventures, Maveron.
How much funding has Pro Athlete Community raised?
Pro Athlete Community has disclosed $12.6M raised across 3 rounds.
Where is Pro Athlete Community headquartered?
Pro Athlete Community is headquartered in Wilmington, US.