Drive by DraftKings
Venture capitalBoston · Pre-Seed–Late Stage · 3 people tracked
Also known as DRIVE BY DRAFTKINGS, LLC
Investment thesis
Drive by DraftKings invests in SportsTech and Entertainment, targeting technology that is transforming sports, gaming, and media while preserving the human energy of competition. It partners with founders opening new markets and categories to shape the future of play and performance. Positioned as a fully independent yet highly strategic venture partner, the firm leverages superior deal flow, aligned founding partners, an experienced team and advisors, and connections to industry experts, athletes, team owners, and media properties. Its founding partners include DraftKings, General Catalyst, Accomplice, and Boston Seed Capital.
Source: firm website, verified Aug 7, 2026.
Team · 3 people
from public directories
What they invest in
from 3 of 3 portfolio companiesSports Tech ×2Consumer ×1Hardware ×1Healthtech ×1New Materials ×1Wellness & Fitness ×1
HQs:United States×3
Investments · 3 tracked
founders shown can be your intro pathNextiles is a materials science company that combines patented fabric-based sensor and sewing technology with a data analytics platform to measure human performance, capturing forces, range of motion, and 3D motion from compression clothing.
HardwareNew MaterialsSports TechBrooklyn, US
George Sun(Chief Executive Officer)John Peters(Director)Meredith McPherron(Director)Matthew Evans(Executive Officer)
Bandit is a running apparel and lifestyle brand that designs and sells head-to-toe apparel, socks, and running gear for runners of all levels.
ConsumerSports TechBrooklyn, US
Tim West(Founder)Nick West(Executive Officer, Director)
Frequently asked questions
- What stage does Drive by DraftKings invest at?
- Drive by DraftKings invests at the Pre-Seed, Seed, Series A, Series B, Series C, Growth, Late Stage stages.
- What sectors does Drive by DraftKings focus on?
- Drive by DraftKings focuses on Gaming, Media & Entertainment, Sports Tech.
- Where is Drive by DraftKings located?
- Drive by DraftKings is headquartered in Boston, US.
- Does Drive by DraftKings lead rounds?
- Drive by DraftKings typically participates in rounds rather than leading them.
Media · Podcasts & interviews
featuring the teamKiki Mills Johnston of Drive by DraftKings on innovation and entrepreneurship (SBC Summit NA)
SBC · Kiki Mills Johnston
Meredith McPherron, CEO/Managing Partner Drive by DraftKings
Ampire Media · Meredith McPherron
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