#81: Meredith McPherron – CEO, Managing Partner Drive by DraftKings

Drive by DraftKings is a multi-stage venture capital firm investing in SportsTech and Entertainment.

Drive also has an all-star network consisting of notable athletes and executives to add value to their core themes of gaming, fandom, and human performance.

Meredith McPherron is a former college athlete who has spent her professional career at the intersection of sports, entrepreneurship, and investing.

Chapters:
(01:45) Mixing sports and entrepreneurship
(07:30) Building the All-Star Network
(11:00) Verticals within sports tech
(14:00) Fan engagement
(18:20) Growth of women’s sports
(23:30) State of VC in sports
(28:30) Web1, Web2, Web3

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