The GIST
Techstars '19Toronto, CA · 12 known investors
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The GIST is a sports media brand that produces newsletters, podcasts, and social content with emphasis on equal coverage of women's and men's sports. The company serves sports fans seeking inclusive, accessible commentary on sports news and culture.
Founders & leadership
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Jacie deHoopinJacie deHoop is co-founder and CEO of The GIST, a sports media brand that produces newsletters, podcasts, and social content covering women's and men's sports equally.
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Ellen HyslopinEllen Hyslop is the founder of The GIST, a sports media company that produces newsletters, podcasts, and social content covering women's and men's sports.
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Roslyn McLartyinCo-founder of The GIST, a sports media brand, where she served as Head of Operations, Finance & Growth and helped scale the company to multiple millions in revenue with a 40-person team. She holds a CPA credential and subsequently founded Within, an executive coaching practice focused on founders.
Investors · 12
TechstarsBoulder · $220K
Bettor CapitalreportedHoboken
Bezos Expeditionsreported
Blackstonereported
JDS SportsreportedNew York
Sapphire SportreportedPalo Alto
Winslow CapitalreportedMinneapolis
Also in the syndicate · 5
3GP CapitalAugust GroupEven Odds InvestmentsLiberty Media CorporationleadMorgan Stanley's Counterpoint Global
Funding
SEC filings, press & company announcements- Undisclosed amountSeries DAug 2022
Liberty Media Corporation (lead), Bezos Expeditions, Blackstone, Morgan Stanley's Counterpoint Global, Sapphire Sport, Winslow Capital
Source ↗ - Undisclosed amountseed fundingMay 2021
3GP Capital, August Group, Bettor Capital, Even Odds Investments, JDS Sports
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Source: company announcements and press reports — follow each round's link for the claim.
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Frequently asked questions
- What does The GIST do?
- The GIST is a sports media brand that produces newsletters, podcasts, and social content with emphasis on equal coverage of women's and men's sports. The company serves sports fans seeking inclusive, accessible commentary on sports news and culture.
- Who founded The GIST?
- The GIST was founded by Jacie deHoop, Ellen Hyslop, Roslyn McLarty.
- Who are The GIST's investors?
- The GIST's investors include Techstars, Bettor Capital, Bezos Expeditions, Blackstone, JDS Sports, Sapphire Sport, Winslow Capital.
- Where is The GIST headquartered?
- The GIST is headquartered in Toronto, CA.