Business Inside the Game (BIG)

LA founders and entrepreneurs, we’re gearing up for another exciting event during #LATechWeek by TECH WEEK by a16z on October 14th! This time, Hustle Fund is hosting a fireside chat between myself and Baron Davis, 2x NBA All-Star turned serial entrepreneur and investor. Baron’s journey from dominating the basketball court to becoming one of LA’s most prolific founders and investors is nothing short of remarkable. From early investments in Vitamin Water to launching Business Inside the Game (BIG), Baron has been at the forefront of empowering creators, athletes, and entrepreneurs. He’ll share insights on building lasting ventures, his steps to long-term wealth for pro athletes, and what the future of tech and entertainment is looking like. If you’ve never been to a Founder Friends event, here’s what to expect.. -Networking with LA’s vibrant founder/tech community over pizza & refreshments -Valuable insights from Baron’s transition from the NBA to founding multiple successful ventures. You’ll have time to ask Baron your own hard-hitting questions too! -Actionable advice on scaling businesses, investment opportunities, and empowering creators Whether you’re an entrepreneur looking for inspiration, a seasoned founder wanting to scale, or just interested in the future of tech and entertainment, this is an event you don’t want to miss. Seats are filling up fast, so RSVP now to secure your spot: https://lu.ma/FFLATechWeek And be sure to check out the full calendar for more awesome #LATechWeek events here: www.tech-week.com

Only going to be in LA for Tech Week? Don’t worry, we’ve got you covered. Hustle Fund will be hosting Founder Friends on October 14th during #LATechWeek by TECH WEEK by a16z I’m thrilled to interview Baron Davis, two-time NBA All-Star turned serial entrepreneur and investor, and founder of Business Inside the Game (BIG)—a platform that’s bringing together creators, investors, and visionaries in sports, tech, and culture. Today, Baron is at the forefront of connecting creators with opportunities through BIG, offering a space for multi-hyphenates to collaborate and explore investment pathways. He’s also the founder of SLiC, UWish, and More Than Us, leveraging his creativity to deliver inspiring, empowering content to global audiences. Whether you’re a tech enthusiast, a founder looking to scale, or just curious about Baron’s evolution from NBA superstar to one of LA’s most prolific investors, this is a conversation you won’t want to miss. Connect with LA’s startup community over pizza and refreshments and get ready to hear firsthand about Baron’s incredible journey. Seating is limited, so RSVP now to secure your spot: https://lu.ma/FFLATechWeek And check out the full #LATechWeek schedule: www.tech-week.com Big thanks to our host BLANKSPACES Coworking, and our friends at Justworks, Citizens Private Bank, and Fidelity Private Shares

Hold on to your hats because it's the Monday morning event announcement you didn't ask for! Retention.com is bringing the Retox Retreat back for it's third instalment - even BIGGER & BETTER this time. 300+ 8, 9, and 10-figure brand founders & operators joined us across our last two Retox Retreat to boost their brains, bodies and businesses. And they absolutely LOVED it! (Check out what they had to say in the video below 👇) Why? Because it's a free, invite-only event for brands, creators and e-com industry professionals to build their network while building some inner peace. Attendees included leaders and legends from Vuori, goop, Fabletics, CARIUMA, Living Spaces Furniture, Hyperice, Sketchers, Playboy Enterprises, Inc., lululemon, Murad, Fresh Clean Threads + many more. Details for the next one: When: October 30th Where: LA How to attend: Invite only (DM me) More info: www.retoxretreat.com BIG ANNOUNCEMENT We have 2 BIG partners helping us host this next event. Baron Davis and his Business Inside the Game (BIG) hosting our roundtables. Ron 'Boss' Everline and his Just Train Productions hosting our Wellness Wing. With Baron and Boss, this retreat will focus on bringing the DTC community even closer together through an incredible panel of notable industry leaders, roundtable discussions, and a variety of wellness activities. (because we all know how much we love our R&R) Comment "Retox Retreat" for a link or DM me to sign up 👇

Find your place at #LATechWeek at the BIG Showcase 🤝 Our founder, Baron Davis, will be hosting the Business Inside the Game (BIG) Showcase on Oct. 19 in Los Angeles. Join us and our friends at TECH WEEK by a16z for panels, company showcases and a networking mixer to engage with founders, investors and entrepreneurs. RSVP ➡️ https://lnkd.in/gss7g8uw

🗓️ SAVE THE DATE: Saturday, Oct. 19, 2024 🏆 BIG Showcase 📍 Los Angeles 🔵 Join Business Inside the Game (BIG) for panels, company demos and a cocktail networking mixer in celebration of Tech Week 🔵 📧 To sponsor, attend or participate, email events@teambig.io to connect! ——— BIG is the membership community for athletes, entrepreneurs, creators and investors. Experience unparalleled networking through our curated events. Follow us on Instagram @bigsummits. Become a member today: https://lnkd.in/gKTNnBMb

Because sharing > gate keeping. Light illuminates further when you share it. 🗣️ Kelli N. Jones of Sixty8 Capital

Embrace BIG visions and fulfill BIG missions in women’s sports 🏆 Business Inside the Game (BIG) hosted a powerhouse brunch with Sports Innovation Lab’s Women’s Sports Club amid WNBA All-Star Weekend. Multi-hyphenates in sports, entertainment, finance, tech and media united in Phoenix to share their visions for the growth of women’s sports and how brands are catching on to the unstoppable rise. BIG Co-Founder Baron Davis welcomed Sports Innovation Lab Co-Founder Angela Ruggiero to lead and speak on balancing growth, integrity and long-term stability for women in leadership. Special thanks to WNBA Commissioner Cathy Engelbert who joined us to speak about the power of partnerships and the future of the game! Follow and learn more about our guest speakers: • Daryl Butler of Google • Sara Gotfredson of Trailblazing Sports Group • Brooke Cullison of Liquid I.V. • Dr. Nickey Woods of USC Gould School of Law • Ticha Penicheiro of On Time Agency • Jordin Canada, Guard Atlanta Dream WNBA We’d also like to acknowledge BIG President Mia Wright, as well as Co-Founders Sol Martinez and Robert Cohen. 🚨NEXT STOP: Los Angeles in October for tech innovation __ Interested in growing your community with BIG? Email info@teambig.io __ 💪🏀 #WNBAAllStar #WomenInLeadership #BIGSummits #WomenInSports #ThoughtLeadership #Inspiration

Business Inside the Game (BIG) featured the most impactful sports and entertainment leaders amid WNBA All-Star Weekend in Phoenix with Sports Innovation Lab !! It's one thing to connect people, but it's more meaningful to foster the relationships we create so we can create, do business and grow together 🔥🔥

📅🏀 Save the date! I'm taking Athlete Strategies to WNBA All-Star weekend in Phoenix, AZ from July 18-21. Highlights: 🌵 Events with Unrivaled Basketball, Business Inside the Game (BIG), and Sports Innovation Lab's Women's Sports Club 🌵 Orchestrating media coverage of incredible hoopers & women in sports 🌵 2H 2024 comms meetings with investors, players, teams and brands Want to elevate your WNBA presence? Message me ASAP to make some magic and I'll see how to work you into the mix 😋

Last week, I attended The Investment Diversity Exchange (TIDE) Spark 2024 founded by the incredible Grace Reyes. It was my second time attending, and it continues to be the best event celebrating diversity and inclusion in the investment industry. Aside from meeting incredible allocators and catching up with friends- Jenny Barba, Ariane Tom, PhD, Elisa Miller-Out, we got to hear from Baron Davis on his journey to forming Business Inside the Game (BIG), a members-only platform focused on financial inclusion. Some of my key takeaways: 👉 Every individual has potential, but it's the opportunities that make the difference. Let's strive to create more equitable chances for everyone. 👉 Consistency is crucial, whether in low or high tide. Steady effort and dedication pave the way for success. 👉 Collaborate closely with LPs and team members. Fostering a partnership mindset drives motivation and supports the growth of the firm. 👉 A hive mind approach can elevate everyone. When we think and work together, we all benefit. #tidespark2024 #diversity #inclusion