#228: John Albright Partner at Relay Ventures | Investing in the Future of Sports, Gaming, and Media

Relay Ventures is an early-stage venture capital firm backing exceptional founders at the intersection of SportsTech, gaming, and media. With deep roots across North America, Relay brings a hands-on approach that goes beyond capital—supporting entrepreneurs with strategic networks, operational expertise, and industry insight. As a co-founder of the firm, John Albright focuses exclusively on the evolution of sports and its adjacent markets, including athlete performance, fan engagement, and digital media. From emerging leagues to transformative technologies, he shares perspectives on what’s driving the next era of innovation and how Relay Ventures evaluates founders, markets, and long-term opportunities. 03:04 Investment Strategies in Early-Stage Sports Tech 06:02 Evaluating Founders and Market Potential 09:01 The Donut of Sports: Connecting Teams and Solutions 11:48 Emerging Sports and Revenue Generation 14:50 Concerns in the Sports Investment Landscape 20:00 The Future of Sports Investments and Player 12 26:45 Closing Thoughts and Opportunities John Albright🏠 Website:⁠ https://relay.vc/💼 LinkedIn:⁠ https://www.linkedin.com/in/johnlalbright/Andrew Petcash:🏠 Website:⁠ https://profluence.com⁠🐣 Twitter:⁠ https://twitter.com/andrewpetcash⁠💼 LinkedIn:⁠ https://www.linkedin.com/in/andrewpetcash/⁠ Thanks for listening! Hit the “follow” button to stay updated on new podcasts.