Next Play Ventures

About The Fund

Next Play Ventures is an investment fund that focuses on supporting founders who are building purpose-driven organizations across various industries, such as Business Solutions, Hardware and Manufacturing, Retail and E-commerce, Sales and Marketing, CleanTech, HealthTech and Fitness, Blockchain and Cryptos, Analytics, Future of Work, Impact, Healthcare and Wellness, and Online Social realms. With a strong conviction in empowering consumer and other sector startups, Next Play Ventures aims to invest in companies that show potential to make a significant impact. Their investment range is wide, with a minimum of $100,000 and a maximum of $5,000,000, while their investment sweet spot resides at $1,500,000. Next Play Ventures specializes in various stages of company growth, including Seed, Series A, Series B, and Pre-seed. They bring a wealth of experience to the table, led by Founding Partner Jeff Weiner, the Executive Chairman of LinkedIn, whose role encompasses investing in and coaching startups, as well as mentoring and guiding on strategic initiatives. Jeff Weiner's tenure at LinkedIn is noted for exponential growth in membership, revenue, and team expansion, showcasing his capacity to scale organizations significantly. The firm takes pride in their commitment to social impact, with Jeff Weiner being active on the boards of Donorschoose.org and advisory council for the Boys and Girls Clubs of the Peninsula, co-founding The Compassion Project, and serving on the investment committee of Westbound Equity Partners. This reflects Next Play Ventures' dedication to not only financial returns but also the broader societal and community benefits that can be achieved through strategic and compassionate investment.