Strategic Capital for Global Sports Platforms
Founded by Jake Jackson, Jackson Sports Ventures (JSV) is a dedicated global sports and entertainment investment platform focused on long-term, strategic ownership in professional sports franchises, leagues, and sports-adjacent businesses. JSV focuses on international sports investments where media rights, global fandom, cultural relevance, community engagement, brand equity, and operational excellence align to support durable, long-term value creation.
Backed by the investment discipline and operational ethos of Card Sound Capital, JSV brings an institutional investment framework and hands-on operating capability to its partnerships—working alongside teams, leagues, and key stakeholders to strengthen governance, professionalize operations, and build enduring sports platforms with global relevance.
Investing at the Intersection of Sport, Media, and Culture
JSV invests in assets where sport serves as a catalyst for broader value creation across media, community, and entertainment ecosystems. The JSV platform is oriented toward businesses with deeply rooted fan bases and established market presence, where thoughtful stewardship and operational rigor can support sustained relevance and long-term performance.
We partner closely with ownership groups, management teams, and league stakeholders to enhance operating platforms, strengthen governance, and unlock long-term growth across global markets.
What We Do
JSV pursues selective control and minority investments across the global sports landscape, with an emphasis on active ownership and strategic influence.
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International professional sports franchises and leagues
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Sports-driven media and entertainment platforms
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Brand-led assets with deep fan and community engagement
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Strategic and operational partnerships supporting growth, governance, and scale
A Hands-On, Long-Term Ownership Model
JSV brings an operator's perspective to sports investing. Our experience spans governance design, commercial strategy, brand development, and league and stakeholder alignment. We take a long-term view—aligning capital, incentives, and leadership to build platforms that resonate with fans, attract partners, and remain relevant as the global sports landscape evolves.
Relationship with Card Sound Capital
JSV is a wholly owned, sports-specific subsidiary of Card Sound Capital (CSC). The platform reflects CSC's long-term investment philosophy and institutional discipline, applying these principles within the global sports and entertainment ecosystem through aligned ownership, engaged governance, and rigorous operational oversight.
Current Investment Highlights
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New Zealand Breakers of the NBL
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Wrexham A.F.C of the EFL Championship League
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Club Necaxa Liga MX
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Internacional de Bogotá Categoría Primera A League
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STRIKR boxing league based out of London, UK
JSV PORTFOLIO
