HBSE Ventures

HBSE Ventures is a venture capital firm founded by the leadership behind Harris Blitzer Sports & Entertainment, which owns major sports franchises such as the Philadelphia 76ers, New Jersey Devils, and EPL’s Crystal Palace FC. HBSE Ventures is dedicated to investing in early-stage companies at the intersection of sports, entertainment, and technology. Their mission is to support and scale innovative startups by leveraging their extensive sports and entertainment portfolio, which includes arenas, esports teams, and strategic partnerships across various leagues. The firm primarily invests in companies developing cutting-edge solutions in sports tech, fan engagement, and digital media. Some notable portfolio companies include Buzzer, which delivers live sports content through a personalized app, and Proteus, which develops advanced fitness technology focusing on 3D resistance training. Other investments include Swoops, an NFT-driven basketball team marketplace, and Wagr, a peer-to-peer sports betting app. Led by experienced general partners Brad Farkas and Chip Austin, HBSE Ventures brings over 40 years of venture capital experience and industry expertise to help startups grow by providing insights, introductions to sports leagues, and access to strategic capital. Their approach emphasizes long-term partnerships with entrepreneurs driving the future of sports and entertainment.