125 Ventures
Venture capitalNew York · 2 people tracked
Investment thesis
125 Ventures targets the convergence of sports, media, entertainment, and technology. The firm believes women's sports have significant untapped potential driven by growing viewership, media rights deals, and fan engagement. AI will reshape content creation, IP, and analytics. Recent college athletics changes enable student-athletes to monetize personal brands. The creator economy continues expanding as influencers and independent creators build direct audience relationships and diverse revenue streams. Technology advances are transforming live experiences into interactive, immersive environments that engage audiences in new ways.
Source: firm website, verified Jul 25, 2026.
Team · 2 people
from the firm's websiteA seasoned venture investor with a decade of early-stage investment experience and 40+ portfolio companies, previously managing Rising America I and II funds through Portfolia. She combines deep expertise as a former entertainment and media attorney with substantial tech and startup background, having worked at top New York law firms representing major entertainment figures and celebrities, and serving in business development roles at startups that achieved successful exits.
Investment professional with over 15 years of experience in investment banking and private equity. Most recently a founding partner at Nogales Investors, a Los Angeles-based middle-market PE firm focused on due diligence and deal execution. Previously served as Chief Administrative Officer at Lehman Brothers' Los Angeles office and as Principal at Warburg Pincus in New York, where she invested in real estate companies and conducted due diligence. Started her career at Salomon Brothers and Bankers Trust in high-yield and leveraged finance. Founded internal women's support groups at Lehman Brothers and Warburg Pincus.
Frequently asked questions
- What sectors does 125 Ventures focus on?
- 125 Ventures focuses on AI & Machine Learning, Creator Economy, Media & Entertainment.
- Where is 125 Ventures located?
- 125 Ventures is headquartered in New York, US.
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