Causeway Media Partners

About The Fund

Causeway Media Partners, founded in 2013 and headquartered in Cambridge, Massachusetts, is a venture capital firm with a keen focus on growth stage companies in sports, fitness, and related industries. They aim to leverage their profound experience and expansive networks within these domains to act as value-added partners to the businesses they invest in. With a substantial $390 million in capital under management across three funds, Causeway's portfolio includes a vast array of companies that advance the consumer experience in sports and beyond. The firm demonstrates a diverse investment thesis that encompasses B2C and B2B fitness and wellness platforms like FitOn, an OTT sports network FloSports, the all-electric global auto racing series Formula E, and the digital fitness platform Freeletics, among others. They also show interest in augmented reality platforms like Niantic, philanthropic experiences through Omaze, and the organization of professional golf tours via PGA TOUR. Investments also include VIP ticket and travel packages provider QuintEvents, mobile-first customer loyalty solutions like Session M, live event ticket search engine SeatGeek, and applications to support the growth of youth sports such as SportsEngine. Causeway additionally backs companies providing mass customized athletic gear like SquadLocker, thrill-based entertainment from Thrill One, and performance apparel from Tracksmith. They show their stake in technology with investments in cross-platform video app development technology You.i TV, a social network and NFT platform for kids called Zigazoo, and the online training platform Zwift. Causeway Media Partners is proactive in working closely with their portfolio companies, as seen with Wyc Grousbeck's role as CEO and NBA Governor of the Boston Celtics, and Mark Wan's involvement as an owner in both the Celtics and the NFL's San Francisco 49ers. The team comprises individuals with more than 25 years of investment, operating and legal experience, such as their partner Dave Poltack, CFO with over 20 years in private equity and venture capital. They are not just investors but also collaborators who contribute to the strategic growth of their portfolio organizations.