Magic Johnson Enterprises
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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.
What they invest in
from 1 of 2 portfolio companiesEnterprise Software ×1HR Tech ×1SaaS ×1
HQs:United States×2
Investments · 2 tracked
founders shown can be your intro pathBy year:2017 · 12016 · 12 dated
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(Founder/CEO)inRyan Williams(Founder/President)in
Co-investorsAndreessen HorowitzKapor CapitalSJF VenturesY CombinatorZillionizeCue Ball+2 more
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)
BoardTiana Idoni-Matthews(Director)
Co-investorsBackstage CapitalCoPeace CapitalDisney AcceleratorWocstar CapitalAndreessen HorowitzBBG Ventures+1 more
Exits · 1
1 acquisitionsJopwellacq. by True
Portfolio news
latest coverage across their companiesUncharted · autonews.gasgoo.com · May 11, 2026
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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