Sterling Campbell

Blockchain Capital was founded in 2013 with the mission of helping entrepreneurs build world-class companies and projects based on blockchain technology – providing founders with the tools they need to succeed: capital, domain expertise, partnerships, recruiting and strategy. Blockchain Capital is one of the earliest and most active venture investors in the blockchain industry and has partnered with some of the best founders in crypto since its inception. The company invests in both equity and crypto assets and is a multi-stage investor. Blockchain Capital believes that blockchain technology holds the promise to disrupt legacy businesses and create whole new markets and business models, and invests in founders who want to leverage blockchain technology to change the world in profound ways.

Grishin Robotics is a Silicon Valley-based early-stage VC fund focused on investing in early-stage companies in broader consumer categories. We are actively exploring areas such as online gaming and entertainment, personal and team productivity tools, food tech, digital fitness, and education.Grishin Robotics has invested in many category-defining companies such as - Ring (acquired by Amazon for $1B), Spin (personal mobility, acquired by Ford), Zipline (last-mile drone delivery), Starship (last mile robot delivery), Sphero (smart robotic toys), Eero (smart home wi-fi system, acquired by Amazon), and many others. You can see the portfolio here: https://www.grishinrobotics.com/portfolio. Founded by Dmitry Grishin, co-founder & CEO of Mail.Ru Group, the mission of Grishin Robotics is to bring real change to the physical world by supporting companies that combine software innovation and tangible hardware products.

Techstars helps founders scale their startups into world-changing businesses. Founded in 2006, Techstars is on a mission to invest in startups to enable more capital to flow to more entrepreneurs around the world in order to deliver exceptional returns to our investors. We do this by operating accelerator programs and venture capital funds, as well as by connecting startups, investors, corporations, and cities to help build thriving startup communities. Our results show why Techstars is Better for Founders than any other global accelerator: On average, 74.5% of Techstars companies will raise money within 3 years of their program; 18.5% of Techstars portfolio companies have exited 5 years after their program and 31.1% after eight years. (PitchBook June 2023)

Lerer Hippeau is an early-stage venture capital firm founded and operated in New York City. Since 2010, we have invested in entrepreneurs with great ideas who aren’t afraid to do hard things. Our portfolio includes more than 350 leading enterprise and consumer businesses including Guideline, MIRROR, Blockdaemon, K Health, Allbirds, ZenBusiness, and Thrive. We’re experienced operators who invest early and stay in our founders’ corners as they build iconic companies. Learn more at lererhippeau.com.

WME is the world’s preeminent talent agency. With over 125 years of experience, WME enables artists, athletes and brands to grow their businesses, leverage the full potential of their intellectual property, and bring projects to life that define the cultural landscape. WME’s expertise spans books, comedy, digital media, fashion, film, food, licensing, music, sports, television, theater, and more. Headquartered in Beverly Hills, WME’s office locations include Australia, Chicago, China, London, Miami, Nashville, and New York. WME is part of WME Group, a global network of businesses that represent the world’s leading talent, intellectual property and brands. For more information, please visit www.wmeagency.com.