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Elysian Park Ventures

North America, California, United States, Los Angeles

Description

Elysian Park Ventures stands as the distinct private investment arm of the Los Angeles Dodgers Ownership Group, carving a unique niche within the venture capital landscape. Headquartered in Los Angeles, the firm strategically deploys capital into innovative companies at the intersection of sports, technology, and entertainment. Leveraging the extensive network and operational expertise of its parent organization, Elysian Park Ventures seeks to identify and nurture ventures that are poised to redefine the future of these dynamic industries, ranging from fan engagement platforms to athlete performance analytics and media consumption technologies. Their approach is characterized by a blend of financial investment and strategic partnership, aiming to provide portfolio companies with more than just capital.

The firm's investment strategy spans a broad spectrum of company stages, from early-stage seed rounds through to more mature growth equity opportunities. This flexible mandate allows Elysian Park Ventures to engage with promising startups at various points in their development, offering tailored support. Since its inception, the firm has demonstrated a consistent commitment to the sector, having raised three dedicated funds, each reportedly around $100 million, totaling approximately $300 million in committed capital. This substantial financial backing enables them to make meaningful investments and support their portfolio companies through subsequent funding rounds.

Elysian Park Ventures' portfolio is diverse, reflecting their wide-ranging interest in the sports and entertainment ecosystem. They have made over 100 investments, backing companies that are developing cutting-edge solutions in areas such as sports betting, esports, digital media, and health and wellness technologies. Their investment philosophy emphasizes long-term value creation, often working closely with founders to leverage the Dodgers' operational insights, market access, and brand power. This strategic alignment helps accelerate growth and provides unique opportunities for their portfolio companies to scale within the highly competitive sports and entertainment landscape.

Investor Profile

Elysian Park Ventures has backed more than 61 startups, with 3 new investments in the last 12 months alone. The firm has led 14 rounds, about 23% of its total and boasts 6 exits across its portfolio.

Investment Focus Highlights

  • Concentrates on Series A, Seed, Series Unknown rounds (top funding stages).
  • Majority of deals are located in United States, Israel, Germany.
  • Strong thematic focus on Sports, Software, Broadcasting.
  • Typical check size: $500K – $5M.

Stage Focus

  • Series A (31%)
  • Seed (23%)
  • Series Unknown (23%)
  • Series B (15%)
  • Series C (5%)
  • Series D (3%)

Country Focus

  • United States (80%)
  • Israel (5%)
  • Germany (3%)
  • United Kingdom (3%)
  • Canada (3%)
  • Finland (2%)
  • Australia (2%)
  • India (2%)

Industry Focus

  • Sports
  • Software
  • Broadcasting
  • Digital Media
  • Health Care
  • Video
  • Fitness
  • Analytics
  • Events
  • Content
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FAQ

Frequently Asked Questions

Learn who this investor regularly partners with—both firms and angels—and explore their latest activity.

Who does Elysian Park Ventures frequently co-invest with?

Go4it Capital
South America, Sao Paulo, Brazil, São Paulo
Co-Investments: 5
Accomplice
North America, Massachusetts, United States, Cambridge
Co-Investments: 4
Global Sports Venture Studio
North America, New York, United States, New York
Co-Investments: 6
Courtside Ventures
North America, New York, United States, New York
Co-Investments: 8
Causeway Media Partners
North America, Massachusetts, United States, Cambridge
Co-Investments: 5
ward.ventures
North America, Texas, United States, Dallas
Co-Investments: 4
Greycroft
North America, New York, United States, New York
Co-Investments: 4
Eldridge Industries
North America, Connecticut, United States, Greenwich
Co-Investments: 4
Accel
North America, California, United States, Palo Alto
Co-Investments: 3
R/GA Ventures
North America, New York, United States, New York
Co-Investments: 10

Which angels does Elysian Park Ventures often collaborate with?

SB
North America, New York, United States, New York
Shared Deals: 2
DA
North America, New York, United States, New York
Shared Deals: 3
JK
North America, Massachusetts, United States
Shared Deals: 2
MD
North America, Illinois, United States, Chicago
Shared Deals: 2
SB
North America, Michigan, United States, Birmingham
Shared Deals: 2
David Stern
North America, New York, United States, New York
Shared Deals: 3
TE
North America, New York, United States, New York
Shared Deals: 3
SK
North America, Massachusetts, United States, Boston
Shared Deals: 3
MG
North America, California, United States, San Francisco
Shared Deals: 2
JR
North America, Massachusetts, United States, Boston
Shared Deals: 2

What are some of recent deals done by Elysian Park Ventures?

FCTRY LAb

Los Angeles, California, United States

The fctry lab is a footwear innovation laboratory.

ManufacturingProduct Design
Series AMar 11, 2025
Amount Raised: $8,000,000
Guidesly

Topsfield, Massachusetts, United States

Guidesly is a mobile App connecting outdoor enthusiasts with guides.

Information ServicesMarketplaceSoftware
Series AJan 16, 2025
Amount Raised: $9,500,000
Ida Sports

Victoria, British Columbia, Canada

Ida Sports is a female-led footwear company designing for female athletes and putting women at the heart of the process.

FitnessSporting GoodsSports
SeedOct 31, 2024
Amount Raised: $2,000,000
SweetSpot

Wilmington, Delaware, United States

SweetSpot products make sports and outdoors more accessible, more affordable and more fun to play anytime, anywhere.

ManufacturingSporting Goods
SeedFeb 7, 2024
Splash Sports

Denver, Colorado, United States

Splash Sports is a platform for real-money gaming that allows friends and groups to play in skill-based activities.

GamingSports
Series AJan 31, 2024
Amount Raised: $14,100,000
FORTË

New York, New York, United States

FORTË, a B2B/SaaS solution enabling gyms, influencers & teams to build an interactive video monetization platform w/ community engagement.

FitnessHealth CaremHealthVideo StreamingWearables
Series UnknownJul 10, 2023
Splash Sports

Denver, Colorado, United States

Splash Sports is a platform for real-money gaming that allows friends and groups to play in skill-based activities.

GamingSports
SeedJun 5, 2023
Fount

Los Angeles, California, United States

You work with experts in every aspect of your life, but do you have a trusted source for health and performance?

Health Care
Series AMar 15, 2023
Amount Raised: $12,000,000
OnePlan

London, England, United Kingdom

OnePlan is a collaborative, real-time platform that provides the full suite of event planning, design and management tools.

EventsReal TimeSoftware
Series UnknownMar 2, 2023
Amount Raised: $6,000,000
FCTRY LAb

Los Angeles, California, United States

The fctry lab is a footwear innovation laboratory.

ManufacturingProduct Design
SeedDec 14, 2022
Amount Raised: $6,000,000