GOAL Ventures

What is GOAL Ventures?

GOAL Ventures is an investment fund that specializes in Media, Entertainment (& Sports), and Gaming (& eSports) sectors. They provide capital to companies in the early stages of development, focusing on Seed and Series A funding rounds. GOAL Ventures operates with a clear investment thesis: they invest in innovative and disruptive companies within their chosen industries that stand to benefit from the fund's expertise, network, and resources.

With a minimum investment threshold of $100,000 and a maximum of $5,000,000, their preferred investment 'sweet spot' is approximately $1,500,000. The firm actively utilizes its founders' extensive entrepreneurial, advisory, and investment experience to collaborate with portfolio companies.

Their founders have established significant networks and relationships across the games, media, and entertainment ecosystems, positioning themselves as valuable partners to the firms they invest in.

Ned Sherman, a General Partner, combines his legal expertise and industry knowledge as an event organizer and in-house attorney within the entertainment industry. Josh Gutfreund, also a General Partner, brings a strong background in equity funds and content-driven investment expertise. Senior Associate Mary Ermitanio contributes her extensive experience in strategic M&A, investment, and partnerships in tech and media companies.

GOAL Ventures touts a commitment to utilizing these competencies to offer more than just capital, including advising and collaborating with leading companies and maintaining a pulse on the sector's dynamic landscape.