Powerhouse Capital

Powerhouse Capital is a Los Angeles-based venture capital firm dedicated to global technology investments in media, entertainment, sports, and gaming. The firm focuses on four key areas: Sight (Visual Content), Sound (Audio, Music, and Voice), Play (Sports and Interactive), and Live (Experience Economy). This specialized approach aims to generate exceptional value and returns by leveraging expertise and a broad network to partner with talented management teams.

Founded in 2019, Powerhouse Capital has invested in leading media companies such as MasterClass, Wondery (acquired by Amazon), The Athletic (acquired by The New York Times), Epic! Kids (acquired by Byju’s), Scopely, and Calm. The firm's investment strategy emphasizes a data-driven, operator-first approach, enabling them to identify and support high-growth companies in the media and entertainment sectors.

The team at Powerhouse Capital comprises experienced professionals with backgrounds in technology and digital media. Notably, Salim Mitha is a three-time tech and media entrepreneur who has successfully scaled companies to exits totaling $4.9 billion. Ian Doody, another key member, was a founding member of Evolution Media Capital, a boutique merchant bank focused on sports, media, and entertainment, and has served on the boards of several notable companies in the sector.

Powerhouse Capital's commitment to its focused investment thesis and its team's extensive experience position it as a significant player in the venture capital landscape, particularly within the media and entertainment industries.