JDS Sports

JDS Sports is a purpose-driven private equity firm that invests in companies shaping the future of sports and entertainment. The firm provides capital, connections, and strategic guidance to founders and their teams, supporting them from startup to profitability and scale. In addition to its investment activities, JDS Sports is committed to giving back to sports non-profits, having granted $4.3 million to over 30 organizations to drive impact.

Founded in 2018 and headquartered in Rye, New York, JDS Sports focuses on early-stage investments, including Pre-Seed, Seed, Early Stage, and Series A rounds. The firm's portfolio spans various sectors within the sports and entertainment industries, encompassing technology, media, e-commerce, blockchain, digital media, wellness, finance, and banking. JDS Sports operates primarily within the United States, with a particular emphasis on New York.

The firm's investment strategy centers on long-term partnerships, working closely with founders to foster growth and success. JDS Sports also facilitates synergies among its portfolio companies, enhancing their collective impact. Notable investments include Moment.co, 19nine.com, 1091 Pictures, and Inflcr. The firm's leadership team comprises Chairman Joseph D. Samberg, CEO Peter Robert Casey, CFO Miguel Batista, Principal Karl Blum, and Project Manager Jasmine Hill.