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Venture capitalHouston · Seed–Series A · 9 people tracked
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Investment thesis
The Collectiv invests in AI-native, dual-use technology that is first validated in sports and then scaled to health, enterprise, and consumer markets, alongside selective minority ownership in emerging sports leagues and franchises. Its investment areas include AI and data intelligence (machine learning, predictive analytics, computer vision, real-time market infrastructure), fan engagement and media (broadcast systems, content automation, streaming), human performance and wellness (athlete monitoring, diagnostics, recovery), venues and operators (access control, IoT, compliance), and digitally-native leagues and next-generation franchises including women's sports. The firm aims to give sports industry leaders access to equity in category-defining startups, franchises, and leagues.
Source: firm website, verified Aug 27, 2026.
Team · 9 people
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What they invest in
from 3 of 8 portfolio companiesEnterprise Software ×2AdTech ×1AI & Machine Learning ×1Cloud Computing ×1Creator Economy ×1Developer Tools ×1Marketing Tech ×1Media & Entertainment ×1
HQs:United States×3
Investments · 8 tracked
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beehiiv is a publishing platform for creators, publishers, and brands to build and grow newsletters, websites, podcasts, and communities.
Creator EconomyMarketing TechMedia & EntertainmentSaaSNew York, US
Jake Hurd(Cofounder)Tyler Denk(Cofounder)inBenjamin Hargett(Cofounder)in
Co-investors359 CapitalBlue Wire CapitalBrexConnect VenturesCreator VenturesLightspeed Venture Partners+8 more
LISNR is an ultrasonic proximity platform that enables contactless commerce and customer engagement through presence detection, secure authentication, targeted promotions, and gamified loyalty experiences across retail, finance, mobility, and education sectors.
AdTechDeveloper ToolsEnterprise SoftwareRetail TechCincinnati, US
Rodney Williams(Founder & CEO)inChris Ridenour(Director)in
BoardNick MacShane(Director)inMonique Idlett(Director)Michael Venerable(Director)
Co-investors7BC Venture CapitalCincyTechCourtside VenturesJumpstart VenturesLeadX Capital PartnersMercury Fund+12 more
nVenue builds AI/ML infrastructure for the creation, pricing, and resolution of prediction markets on real-world events at scale.
AI & Machine LearningCloud ComputingEnterprise SoftwareDover, US
Kelly Pracht(Founder)in
BoardSam Yagan(Director)inJohn Garabedian(Director)inGeoffrey Reiss(Director)
Co-investorsComcast VenturesCorazon Capital
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Tracked investments with no reachable website or further public details — typically companies that wound down, renamed, or were absorbed.
NewLISNRRadiusFeature AudibilityControlsRiceSailGPSailGP Team USAVideon
Frequently asked questions
- How many investments has Collectiv made?
- Collectiv has 8 tracked investments.
- What stage does Collectiv invest at?
- Collectiv invests at the Seed, Series A stages.
- What sectors does Collectiv focus on?
- Collectiv focuses on AI & Machine Learning, Consumer, Data & Infrastructure, Enterprise Software, Healthtech, IoT, Media & Entertainment, Sports Tech, Wellness & Fitness.
- Where is Collectiv located?
- Collectiv is headquartered in Houston, US.
- Who does Collectiv co-invest with?
- Collectiv most often shares deals with CincyTech, Connect Ventures, Lightspeed Venture Partners, among 27 tracked co-investors.
Media · Podcasts & interviews
featuring the team#14: Community Sports Tech Investing with Ashley Dewalt, Managing Partner of The Collectiv
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