OUR ECOSYSTEM
What we do.
leAD takes sports tech startups from an idea to Series A
Pre-seed - Up to $2mn valuation
We've closed applications for the leAD SPORT1 Accelerator Class of 2019. In case you are a sports tech startup, you can still send us your pitch deck. We'll get in touch when applications are open.
Seed - $2mn to $8mn valuation
The leAD Business Builder team provides direction and guidance for the follow-on investments and helps the companies tackle tricky issues that come up at the crucial development stage of the startups.
Series A - $8mn valuation and above
ADvantage is the first truly global sports tech fund. The $50 million Series A fund aims to fundamentally change the future of sports by investing in technologies and entrepreneurs.
About leAD
Our numbers.
1500
+
Applications
24
Portfolio companies
66
Countries
$
66
M
Invested capital
1500
+
Applications
24
Portfolio companies
66
Countries
$
66
M
Invested capital
The three verticals
What we look for.
After reviewing hundreds of investment opportunities, we have identified three sports tech sectors primed for growth.
Creative People Fueled with Passion
Founders & Backers.
leAD is backed by an exclusive circle of international top investors with a strong foothold in the sports industry.
Andrew White
Chairman at leAD
Horst Bente
Co-Founder & Board Member at leAD
Christoph Sonnen
Co-Founder & CEO at leAD, Partner at ADvantage
Our inspiration
The Legacy.
leAD is an initiative of his grandchildren and a marquee shareholder group to build on his legacy of constant sports innovation.
