In this episode of the Sports Tech Allstars podcast, we present Danny Cortenraede, founder and managing partner of In Studio Ventures.

We discuss Danny's journey from the Netherlands to becoming a key player in sports technology investment, the strategies behind InStudio Ventures, and the importance of athlete capital in the investment landscape. Danny shares insights on market opportunities, particularly in youth and women's sports, and highlights the unique advantages of the Los Angeles market for startups. The conversation concludes with a look at the future initiatives of InStudio Ventures and the growing role of athletes in the investment space.

Takeaways

- Danny's journey began in the Netherlands, working in corporate roles before venturing into entrepreneurship.

- He founded InStudio Ventures to help reduce the failure rate of startups in sports technology.

- The firm focuses on investing in companies with at least $1 million in annual revenue.

- Danny emphasizes the importance of strategic partnerships in the investment process.

- InStudio Ventures aims to add value beyond just capital, leveraging relationships in the sports ecosystem.

- The global sports market is expanding, with significant opportunities in youth and women's sports.

- LA is a unique market with numerous sports teams and events, making it a hub for sports technology.

- Startups need to commit to the LA market and build local relationships to succeed.

- Danny's firm is actively involved in educating athletes about investment opportunities.

- The future of sports technology is promising, with a focus on AI and analytics.

To learn more, visit: https://www.instudioventures.com

Get in touch with Danny Cortenraede at: linkedin.com/in/dcortenraede

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Chapters

00:00 Introduction 

04:38 Danny Cortenraede's Journey

08:53 Investment Strategies at InStudio Ventures

13:28 Focus Areas and Market Opportunities

17:58 The Role of Athlete Capital in Investments

22:09 The Unique Landscape of Los Angeles for Startups

26:42 Future Outlook and Upcoming Initiatives