Josh Dixon
Investor at Chicago Red Stars
Chicago, Illinois
Overview
Work Experience
Partner
2023 - Current
Profluence is a knowledge hub, community, media advisory, and investment fund backing emerging Sports IP and early-stage sports/media/tech). We are growing to be the go-to platform for the business of sports. → Investment Vehicle: Investing at the intersection of sports, tech, and media. → Newsletter: Industry briefings are delivered free every Thursday. → Podcast: Conversations w/ founders, executives, investors, & athletes. → Community: Hundreds of members of sports founders growing together. → Social Media: 450,000+ followers across Twitter, LinkedIn, and Instagram. → Investment Vehicle: Investing at the intersection of sports, tech, and media.
Investor
2022
OLIPOP is the clinically backed consumer beverage that meets consumer’s real-world taste preferences in a delicious tonic.
Raised $43,500,000.00 from Paul Klein, Nick Tran, Patrick Schwarzenegger, Jay Livingston, Monogram Capital Partners, Rocana Venture Partners, Rupert Lincoln, Adam Eskin, Devon Levesque and Marianna Hewitt.
Investor
2022
Boston-Based startup- maker of ultra filtered, high-protein, lactose free chocolate milk in shelf-stable cans.
Investor
2020
Stripe is an API technology company that provides online payment processing and commerce solutions for Internet businesses.
Raised $9,440,247,725.00 from E1 Ventures.
Investor
2023
3 Billion people globally and over 100M people in the US are qualified, banked, in essential jobs, spending less than they earn yet are denied commonly needed financial services such as short term personal credit. This has led to a trillion-dollar predatory financial services industry like payday loans, pawnshops, title loans, credit-finance companies, check-cashing services or cash advance apps. Beem is building an inclusive modern financial network that allows individuals to establish trust and credit-worthiness without the need for Credit History, Credit Score or Payslips, join our high trust network of credit-worthy individuals and service providers and access affordable financial services.
Making life affordable for all using AI
Raised $27,150,000.00 from Ethan Austin, Alex Haro, John S. Kim, Chris Nguyen, Goodwater Capital, Techstars, The Josephine Collective, Kelmhurst, overtime.vc and Avesta Fund.
Investor
2020
HyperIce is a wellness brand that provides recovery and movement enhancement technology for athletes and consumers.
Raised $147,800,000.00 from Atlas Credit Partners.
Investor
2021
Autograph is an NFT platform that brings together the iconic brands in sports and culture to create digital collections.
Raised $205,000,000.00 from Kathryn Haun, Kleiner Perkins, Andreessen Horowitz, Private Ventures Group, Nicole Quinn and Balius Partners.
Investor
2021
Triller is an AI-powered music video app that enables anyone to make professional videos, effortlessly.
Raised $333,000,000.00 from ClearVue Partners, Falcon Capital and Fubon Financial Holdings.
Founder
2018
GCBU is a dynamic agency specializing in media advisory, brand marketing, and creator partnerships. With expertise spanning creator and brand collaborations, we bridge the gap between visionary brands and impactful storytelling. Our portfolio showcases partnerships with top-tier hospitality groups, innovative technology brands, leading payment platforms, tourism authorities, and beloved consumer products. We thrive at the intersection of strategy and creativity, delivering customized campaigns and productions that resonate across diverse audiences. From concept development to execution, we elevate brand narratives by aligning them with the perfect creators, media channels, and experiential marketing. Whether driving engagement, amplifying reach, or crafting unforgettable experiences, GCBU is committed to redefining success in an ever-evolving digital landscape. Skills: Partnerships, Marketing, Strategic Communications, Business Strategy, Media Rights
Partner
2021 - 2024
TPI venture collective is comprised of active and retired professional athletes, artists, influencers and investors; who have come together as a collective to connect, empower, educate and invest. Since The Players’ Impact (TPI) was founded in 2017, we have established an ecosystem among our professional athlete network and business stakeholders. TPI is the leading, most diverse, dedicated community, known for uplifting athletes and entertainers with trusted resources, investment opportunities, and partnerships to succeed during and after their careers.
A Venture Platform for Professional Athletes.
Education
BA/MS
2007 - 2012