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Our Mission

MAKING growth alternative asset investments accessible to all.
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WHAT FUELS US

+ Access
We believe everyone deserves access to life-changing opportunities. CVP’s model unites everyone from casual fans to accredited investors into a single fund, unlocking secure wealth-building opportunities in alternative investment markets.
+Integrity
Sports investment is not all fun and games. We prioritize fiduciary responsibility and transparency, building long-term relationships with investors and their wealth management partners to secure lifelong financial well-being and leave behind a legacy that lasts.
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Our hand-selected portfolio encompasses investment deals with organizations driving positive change in their communities, from supporting student athletes in their dreams of going pro or funding cutting-edge healthcare research for life-saving treatments.
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Our Leadership Team

Marques Colston

Founding Partner

Business Strategy | Brand Strategy | Operational Strategy

Marques Colston is a former NFL star who defied the odds, rising from the 252nd draft pick to become the New Orleans Saints' all-time leader in major receiving categories. Following his 10-year career, Marques transitioned seamlessly into business, applying the same Creating Separation mindset that defined his football success. Over the past 15+ years, he has become a trusted leader in business strategy, private equity, and sports business, driving sustainable growth for companies across various sectors. As a founding partner of Champion Venture Partners, Marques focuses on innovative investment opportunities that generate meaningful returns in the sports ecosystem.

Expertise

Athlete Services, Education, and Executive Coaching

  • Former Investment Advisor [Series 66 and Series 7] supporting athletes and entertainers at Wilkes Sports Group of Janney Montgomery Scott with $350M+ AUM
  • Coached executives at Nike, McKinsey, and Jordan
  • Created and launched Executive Education program for professional athletes at Columbia Business School
  • Frequent speaker on leadership and strategy

Venture Capital & Sports Business

  • President and GM of Harrisburg Stampede, led team to a championship
  • Owner and operator of Philadelphia Soul, won 2 championships and Front Office of the Year (2018)
  • Helped Arena Football League structure partnerships with DraftKings, Facebook, and CBS, William Hill
  • Advised NFLPA’s One Team Collective, an NFLPA accelerator alongside partners firms like Kleiner Perkins Caufield & Byers, Madrona Venture Group, Intel Corporation, and the Harvard Innovation Lab

Business Development & Joint Ventures

  • Led business development for Main Squeeze Juice Co., driving expansion from two to 20+ franchise locations in 2 years.
  • Led U.S. expansion for Timeless Herbal Care, managed strategic partnerships with Ford Motors and Mt. Sinai Hospital
  • Co-developed Virtua Health’s Center for Innovation including stakeholder IP development and commercialization programs and health tech consulting service portfolio

Professional Athlete

  • 10-year NFL career, New Orleans Saints’ all-time leader in receiving stats
  • Ranked among top 50 wide receivers in NFL history

Nick Edwards

Founding Partner

Venture Capital | Organizational Structure | Partnerships | Early-Stage Startups | Sports Business & Medicine

Nick Edwards is a former professional MMA athlete, ranked in the Top 100 globally, and a Brazilian jiujitsi national champion. His athletic career, combined with his expertise in physiology and health tech, led him to develop groundbreaking metabolic performance markers used by NFL, NHL, and NBA teams and Olympians. Nick has mentored and developed several companies with billion-dollar service lines, co-founded ventures with 9-figure assets, and is a partner in companies valued at over $500M. At CVP, he focuses on growth-stage ventures across business, sports, medical, and real estate sectors.  

Expertise

Health Tech, Sports Medicine & Physiology

  • Developed performance markers for NFL, NHL, NBA, and Olympians, leading to 8-figure exits.
  • Commercialized health tech programs used in clinics nationwide.
  • Team physiologist for athletes for 25+ pro teams, including the Colorado Avalanche (NHL), Denver Nuggets (NBA), and Colorado Rapids (MLS).

Venture Capital & Deal Flow

  • Top 1% in deal flow, leveraging industry expertise, partnerships, and networks.
  • Founded and scaled health tech startups and flipped medical buildings into a REIT, leading to 8-figure exits.
  • Created an ecosystem and investment firm studio as a General Partner and Limited Partner that helped build over 11 companies (still active) with a current $500M in total valuations.
  • Co-founded a venture studio supporting early-stage companies grown to $200M in assets.

Business Development & Mentorship

  • Launched performance centers totaling $1B in assets, including a 130,000-square-foot facility.
  • Mentored over a dozen health tech founders, leading them to Series A and beyond.
  • Worked at major institutions in tech transfer and IP departments to commercialize intellectual property and scale ventures

Professional MMA Athlete

  • Ranked Top 100 globally in MMA
  • Won the Brazilian jiujitsi national championship and placed 5th at worlds.

Jeff McDermott

Partner

Venture Building | Startup Studios | Private Alternative Funds | GP Stakes | Real Estate | Venture Capital

Jeff McDermott is a venture builder and serial founder, specializing in building companies from zero to one. He has created and scaled several investment firms and funds, including Champion Venture Partners ($100M valuation in 2 years) and Echelon ($50M valuation). Jeff’s ventures, such as Sidecar Venture Studio ($45M valuation) and The Fund School ($30M valuation), demonstrate his ability to create substantial value. With expertise in alternative investment funds and strategic planning, he is committed to educating and supporting the next generation of emerging fund managers.

Expertise

Venture Building & Entrepreneurship

  • Launched multiple startups, startup ecosystems, investment firms, and funds, taking them from concept to profitability.
  • Zero to one expert.
  • Advisor to hundreds of Entrepreneurs around the globe.

Alternative Investment Funds & GP Stakes

  • Innovating new fund structures that allow every investor, regardless of their accreditation status, access to the private alternatives asset class. ALTS for all!
  • Educating and funding the next generation of emerging fund managers from day 1.
  • Firm and fund investment thesis creation.

Strategic Planning & Fundraising

  • Year 1 go-to-market planning, corporate governance, legal compliance, budgeting, and team recruiting.
  • Creative problem-solver and out-of-the-box thinker/more right-brained than left.
  • Creating and executing fundraising and marketing strategies around the 506(c) & 506(b) exemptions.
  • Startup, SPV, fund, GP stakes, and real estate fundraising.
  • Investment Banking and Broker Dealer relations.
  • FIDUCIARY! Our investors are our customers, and our customers always come first!

Austin Panter

Director - medical division

Healthcare Innovation | Sports Tech | Private Equity | Investment Strategy | Human Performance

Austin Panter is an accomplished healthcare entrepreneur and former University of Michigan football captain with a unique background in maximizing human health and athletic performance. As a Doctor of Chiropractic, Austin partnered with a globally recognized healthcare facility, growing its revenue from 6 to 7 figures within 3 years. He has consulted on healthcare and sports tech startups, advising on business models and go-to-market strategies, and has sourced over $350M in direct investments. Austin is known for his expertise in private equity, strategic growth, and operational efficiency.

Expertise

Healthcare & Sports Tech

  • Grew a healthcare facility to 7 figures in 3 years, treating patients and athletes worldwide.
  • Lectured nationally on cutting-edge diagnosis and treatment procedures.

Private Equity & Investment Strategy

  • Sourced over $350M in direct deals, guiding startups through growth stages and buyouts.
  • Advised on business models, investment due diligence, and operational efficiencies for healthcare and sports tech companies.

Human Performance & Athletic Leadership

  • Former JUCO Heisman winner and University of Michigan football captain.
  • Expert in maximizing human performance, applying insights from both sports and healthcare to business

Kyle Auffray

Principal

Operations | Sports Tech | Venture Growth | Strategic Partnerships | Business Development | Sports Management | Fundraising

Kyle Auffray, a former NFL player turned entrepreneur, brings a wealth of experience in sports tech, venture growth, and business development. After a professional football career, Kyle transitioned into the sports tech space with Comcast, where he has driven revenue growth and business expansion for numerous startups. With extensive connections in the sports industry, he has played a pivotal role in developing strategic partnerships and overseeing business development initiatives. As a venture partner at Champion Venture Partners, Kyle leads value-added initiatives for portfolio companies, particularly within the sports tech ecosystem.

Expertise

Sports Tech & Venture Growth

  • Guided 40+ sports tech startups with a $30M venture fund, helping to scale revenue and refine business strategies.
  • Leveraged his NFL experience to drive innovation and market expansion in the sports tech sector.

Business Development & Strategic Partnerships

  • Secured and managed partnerships within the sports industry, creating significant revenue streams.
  • Expanded startups’ business operations globally, focusing on growth and business strategy.

Sports Management & Operations

  • Played as a tight end for the Arizona Cardinals, New England Patriots, Cleveland Browns, and Oakland Raiders
  • Transitioned into sports business, focusing on athlete performance and sports tech innovation.

Investor Relations & Deal Flow

  • Connected portfolio companies with investors through his rich network in sports and tech.
  • Drove deal flow by identifying key investment opportunities within the sports industry.

Leadership & Mentorship

  • Mentored sports tech founders, helping them scale their operations and improve strategic decision-making.
  • Provided leadership in business development and operational oversight for startups within the CVP portfolio.

Dr. Jamil Northcutt

CSO

Sports Leadership | Strategic Growth | Partnerships & Advancement | Player Development & Engagement | Business Strategy & Operations

Dr. Jamil Northcutt is a seasoned sports executive with over 20 years of experience across the NCAA, NFL, and MLS. As the Founder/CEO of Strategic Transitions Advisors LLC, he specializes in strategic growth, leadership development, and business development. Jamil has held key leadership roles, including Senior VP of Player & League Advancement at MLS, overseeing player engagement, league advancement, business development, risk management, and club relations. An Ole Miss alum with a doctorate in higher education, Jamil has dedicated his career to helping athletes, people, and organizations thrive by helping them navigate dynamic environments strategically.

Expertise

Sports Executive Leadership & Strategic Vision

  • Founder/CEO of Strategic Transitions Advisors LLC, helping organizations achieve sustainable growth.
  • Held leadership roles at MLS, NFL, NCAA, and Cleveland Browns, Ole Miss Athletics, Kansas City Chiefs, and Southeastern Conference focusing on leadership, administration, operations, and strategic growth.

Business Development & Strategic Partnerships

  • Established the Player and League Advancement department at MLS from its inception to service 3 leagues, 20,000 players, 700+ teams, and 200+ club staff.
  • Have led business development strategies that have solicited and secured mid- to seven-figure partnerships from corporate organizations.
  • Contributed to fundraising and capital campaign initiatives by securing funds surpassing $150 million+.
  • Conducted investment and strategic partnerships due diligence.
  • Advanced player marketing and professional relations across multiple sports leagues and colleges by successfully negotiating mutually beneficial deals.

League Advancement

  • Led programs at MLS and other organizations, focusing on succession planning and advancing the current and future development of the next generation of sports professionals.

Development & Operations

  • Oversaw program development, implementation, administration, events, and new business identification for major professional and college sports leagues and teams.

Operational Efficiency & Risk Mitigation

  • Implemented performance analysis and risk mitigation strategies, ensuring operational excellence and financial health through proactive forecasting and meticulous management.

Athletic Career

  • Former Ole Miss football player, leading the Rebels to four bowl games and earning the Chucky Mullins Courage Award.

Ed Crump

CTO/CIO

Technology Innovation | AI & Machine Learning | Product Development | Data Privacy | Enterprise Security

Ed Crump brings over 30 years of experience in technology and innovation to Champion Venture Partners. As the inventor of Amazon Alexa, holding over 40 patents, Ed has a track record of driving transformative technologies in AI, speech recognition, and human interfaces. His leadership roles at Amazon, Netflix, and Nike have equipped him with deep expertise in technology development, security, and product innovation. At CVP, Ed focuses on advancing growth-stage investments in sports and technology, leveraging cutting-edge advancements in AI, sports science, and data privacy to foster innovation and business expansion.

Expertise

Technology Innovation & AI

  • Invented Amazon Alexa, pioneering AI, speech recognition, and human interface tech.
  • Led AI and smart technology development at Nike for sports science and wellness.

Enterprise Security & Data Privacy

  • Directed Global Device Security at Netflix, ensuring personal data protection.
  • Developed security and data privacy strategies for Nike's global operations.

Product Development

  • Built and scaled products at Amazon, Netflix, and Nike.
  • Led development in smart apparel, AI coaching, and manufacturing technologies.

Entrepreneurship

  • Serial entrepreneur since 1994, launching products in networking, video streaming, and AI.
  • Founded and scaled multiple startups focused on cutting-edge technologies.

Strategic Leadership

  • Supports CVP's investments in AI, sports science, and technology.
  • Identifies strategic initiatives to drive innovation across CVP's portfolio.

DR. Alexa D’Agostino

CMO

Marketing Strategy | Private Equity | Brand Development | Performance Marketing | Business Growth | Startups | Executive Leadership

Dr. Alexa D’Agostino is an accomplished entrepreneur and marketing strategist with over 15 multimillion-dollar companies to her name, achieving six exits worth nine figures by the age of 30. Known as the "Doctor of Marketing," she has scaled over 400 companies for start-ups, organizations, and private equity firms, generating over $6 billion in sales. Alexa holds three technology degrees: an MBA in marketing and a Ph.D in Business. At CVP, she focuses on brand growth, strategic investments, and scaling innovative businesses.

Expertise

Branding & PR

  • Managed 100+ PR campaigns, achieving over 500 billion impressions.
  • Built over 400+ brands for startups and Fortune 500 companies across 20+ industries, including fintech, sports, real estate, education, healthcare, and tech, for brands like Siemens, Skype, Mercedes, and American Express.

Funnel Creation & Tech Expertise

  • Winner of 8+ Two-Comma Club Awards for sales funnels generating $1M+ each.
  • With three computer science degrees and an MBA, expert in website development, data analytics, and omnichannel marketing.

Performance Marketing and Advertising Mastery

  • Managed budgets as high as $25M, building high-converting ad campaigns.
  • Helped build one of the largest U.S. marketing agencies with a 9-figure ad spend.

Private Equity & Startups

  • As fractional CMO, led a private equity asset to a 9-figure exit in under 24 months.
  • Helped grow 400+ startups, with 15 exits, including a $450M medical company sale.
  • Exited three SaaS ventures and sold two marketing agencies.
  • Rebuilt marketing and sales strategies, turning a company from near closure to stabilizing at $50M yearly surpluses.

Building High-Functioning Marketing Teams

  • Recruited and led marketing teams for global brands.
  • Overhauled and restructured five billion-dollar brand’s marketing and sales departments, leading to a 20%-50% revenue increase.

Matt Eisler

Legal counsel sports M/A

Mergers & Acquisitions | Private Equity | League Advancement | Strategic Growth

Matt Eisler is a globally recognized transactional attorney in the sports, entertainment, and technology sectors. Named a 'Sports and Betting MVP' by Law 360, a “Power Player” by Sports Business Journal, and a “Sports, Gaming, and Entertainment Trailblazer” by National Law Journal, Matt is the global head of the Sports sector at Hogan Lovells. Matt pioneered private equity investments in several professional sports teams on behalf of private equity investors and teams. He has an extensive list of transactions for strategic companies and private family funds, utilizing his transactional foundation to complete complex joint ventures, acquisitions, and strategic investments for some of the largest companies in the world.

Expertise

Mergers & Acquisitions

  • Representing a consortium led by Josh Harris in acquiring the NFL’s Washington Commanders for US$6.05 billion, the highest-value sports franchise transaction in U.S. history.
  • Representing the Walton-Penner Family on the US$4.65 billion acquisition of the NFL's Denver Broncos, the second-highest value ever paid for the acquisition of a professional sports team.

Private Equity

  • Represented Fenway Sports Group as the lead investor in connection with forming and structuring the Strategic Sports Group consortium (SSG).  
  • Advised the first transaction in the NBA‘s involving a private investment fund.

League Advancement

  • Spearheaded a groundbreaking multimillion-dollar investment deal between Strategic Sports Group (SSG) and the PGA TOUR Enterprises that Tiger Woods hailed as ‘sports history.’ 

Strategic Growth

  • Representing the NBA San Antonio Spurs in a strategic investment from Sixth Street, a leading global investment firm, and Michael Dell, Chairman and CEO of Dell Technologies.

Eric Andalman

Legal Counsel

Stadium and Venue Development | Sponsorship and Naming Rights | Project Development

Eric Andalman is a seasoned advisor focusing on the development and financing of major sports and entertainment venues and other complex construction projects. Eric has negotiated, drafted, and advised on architectural, construction, and consultancy agreements for more than $10 billion in new construction and renovations of NFL, NBA, NHL, MLB, MLS, UEFA, and NCAA venues and ancillary developments, including more than 24 arenas, stadiums, and training centers. Eric also counsels sports and entertainment clients on issues relating to the procurement, design, development, and construction of venue projects and issues relating to real estate, financing, and use of facilities.

Expertise

Stadium and Venue Development

  • Negotiated and drafted design and construction agreements relating to the US$1.9 billion development of a new multi-purpose stadium for the NFL’s Las Vegas Raiders.
  • Negotiated and drafted design and construction agreements relating to the US$900 million redevelopment of the historic Seattle Center arena for a new NHL Seattle hockey team. 
  • Represented NFL’s Washington Commanders in connection with developing a new stadium and ancillary development.

Sponsorship and Naming Rights

  • Represented Syracuse University in negotiating and finalizing a new naming rights partner for its on-campus multipurpose arena.

Project Development 

  • Represented and advised the Olympic sports program on the development of a new, state-of-the-art Olympic sports facility that will serve as one of the venues for the LA 2028 Summer Olympic Games.
  • Counseled developer and negotiated and drafted design and construction agreements relating to the six-phased historic redevelopment and restoration of Wrigley Field, home of MLB’s Chicago Cubs.

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