Stadia Ventures

Stadia Ventures, founded in 2015 and based in St. Louis, Missouri, is a leading venture capital firm and accelerator focused on the intersection of sports, esports, and innovation. The firm operates globally, offering early-stage investments primarily in sports and esports startups through its accelerator program. Stadia is committed to transforming the sports landscape by providing not only capital but also hands-on mentoring and industry connections to help startups grow. Stadia's accelerator runs twice a year, accepting about five companies per cohort, and provides each startup with up to $100K in funding. Throughout the program, founders gain access to an extensive network of over 7,000 sports industry leaders and experts. This gives them unparalleled opportunities to scale their businesses and secure further funding. The firm’s focus areas include performance and wellness, fan engagement, media, esports, and sports betting. To date, Stadia has invested in 76 companies across 14 countries, with a significant portion of its portfolio featuring diverse founders. The firm has helped bring innovative companies like Boost, Reely, and IdealSeat to market, and continues to expand its reach in both traditional sports and the rapidly growing esports industry​.