In this episode of The Sports Umbrella presented by GalwayPlus, host Kelly Okun speaks with Isaiah Kacyvenski, a former NFL player and double Harvard graduate, who shares his journey from growing up in poverty to becoming a prominent venture capitalist.
Isaiah opens up about how his commitment to sports and academics helped him escape poverty, his experiences playing in the NFL and how he ventured into the investment landscape. His investment philosophy is one to be studied, and he has a keen eye for trends in sports investing.
He also discusses the founding of Will Ventures, a venture capital firm focused on sports, media, entertainment and tech-enabled businesses. Lastly, Isaiah offers advice for aspiring athletes and sports investors.
Chapters:
[00:17] Meet Isaiah Kacyvenski: From NFL to Venture Capital
[00:41] Isaiah’s Early Life and Education
[02:26] NFL Career and Transition to Venture Capital
[04:33] Founding Will Ventures and Isaiah’s Investment Philosophy
[10:43] Sports Investment Criteria and Market Trends
[21:43] Advice for Aspiring Athletes and Investors
[25:13] The Future of Sports for the Next Generation
