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Magic Johnson Enterprises

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Seed · 1 people tracked

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Investment thesis

Magic Johnson Enterprises positions itself as a catalyst for community and economic empowerment, targeting the growing purchasing power of multicultural and urban communities. It applies expertise in business strategy, urban planning, and creative business solutions to deliver returns for clients and partners. Its work spans creating job opportunities, reshaping corporate perceptions of urban markets, and enhancing social and economic value. Notable ventures and partnerships have included Magic Johnson Theaters, Starbucks, Simply Healthcare, and the Los Angeles Dodgers, reflecting a broad, multi-sector approach to investing in and building businesses that serve underserved communities.

Source: firm website, verified Aug 3, 2026.

Stage
Seed
Tracked investments
2
Acquisitions
1

Team · 1 people

from public directories
Ryan L. Smith· Advisorin

What they invest in

from 1 of 2 portfolio companies

Enterprise Software ×1HR Tech ×1SaaS ×1

HQs:United States×2

Investments · 2 tracked

founders shown can be your intro path

By year:2017 · 12016 · 12 dated

Jopwelljopwell.cominSep 2017 · $7.5Macquired by True

True is a global talent management platform that serves executive search, interim leadership placements, and talent advisory for client organizations.

Enterprise SoftwareHR TechSaaSNew York City, US

Porter Braswell(CEO)inRyan Williams(President)inRandy Brown(CTO)Darryl Shazier(Head of Partnerships)Nick Setteducato(Head of People \u0026 Culture)Christina Licata(Senior Director, Client Success)

Co-investorsAlumni VenturesAndreessen HorowitzKapor CapitalSJF VenturesWestern Technology InvestmentY Combinator+9 more

Uncharteduncharted.cityFeb 2016 · $7M

A Platform-as-a-Service company helping cities and developers reduce costs and complexity in deploying last-mile infrastructure.

New York, US

Jessica Matthews(Executive Officer, Director)Jessica O. Matthews(Founder)

BoardTiana Idoni-Matthews(Director)

Co-investorsBackstage CapitalCoPeace CapitalDisney AcceleratorKapor CapitalWocstar CapitalAndreessen Horowitz+2 more

Exits · 1

1 acquisitions

Jopwellacq. by True

Frequently asked questions

What stage does Magic Johnson Enterprises invest at?
Magic Johnson Enterprises invests at the Seed stage.
What sectors does Magic Johnson Enterprises focus on?
Magic Johnson Enterprises focuses on Consumer, Healthtech, Impact & Social Good, Media & Entertainment.

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