Angela Ruggiero — Email, Phone & Partners

Overview

Angela Ruggiero is a former Olympic ice hockey player and sports executive, recognized for her leadership roles in sports organizations and investments in women's sports. She is the CEO and co-founder of Sports Innovation Lab, a market research firm that empowers sports brands to create breakthrough fan experiences. Under her leadership, the company has worked with over 50 organizations, including the NFL, NHL, FIFA, Coca-Cola, DraftKings, and CLEAR, to develop innovative strategies for engaging evolved fans. Ruggiero has been named to Sports Business Journal's 40 Under 40 List and Forbes’ Top 25 Most Powerful Women in Sport. She currently serves on the International Olympic Committee's Digital and Technology Commission, the IOC’s Ethics Commission, and the IOC’s Nominations Commission, among other roles. She is a graduate of Harvard College (BA), Harvard Business School (MBA), and earned a Masters in Education from the University of Minnesota. In addition to her role at Sports Innovation Lab, Ruggiero serves as an advisor to Titletown Tech, a venture capital firm formed out of a partnership between the Green Bay Packers and Microsoft. In this capacity, she helps source, evaluate, and mentor companies in the firm's portfolio. She has also been involved in various initiatives to promote women's sports, including serving as the Chief Strategy Officer for the successful Los Angeles bid to host the 2028 Olympics. Ruggiero's extensive experience in both athletics and business has positioned her as a leading figure in the sports industry, advocating for innovation, diversity, and inclusion. Ruggiero's investment philosophy centers on supporting ventures that align with her passion for sports and technology. She focuses on early-stage companies that are developing innovative solutions to enhance fan engagement and improve the sports experience. Her strategic insights and commitment to advancing women's sports have made her a sought-after advisor and investor in the industry. Through her investments and advisory roles, Ruggiero continues to influence the future of sports, emphasizing the importance of data-driven strategies and inclusive practices.

Investment Focus

Innovative solutions in sports technology
Focus on fan engagement
Commitment to diversity and inclusion
Scalable business models
Experienced management teams

Portfolio Companies

Sports Innovation LabAthletes UnlimitedTitletownTech

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What sectors does Angela Ruggiero invest in?

Angela Ruggiero invests in Financial Services, Healthcare, Energy, Consumer Goods, Real Estate and Telecommunications, and is based in Massachusetts, United States. Angela Ruggiero is listed as a angel investor in the ConnectSafely investor database.