Powerhouse Capital

General contacts

Investor type

Founded

2019

AUM

$174 M

Location

Los Angeles, California, United States

Investment Ticket

$5-10 m

Investment Stage

Seed Pre-seed Series A Series B Late Stage (Series C+)

Region of investment

North America South America Europe Asia

Investor profile last updated: 16 August, 2026

Profile

Powerhouse Capital is a Los Angeles-based venture capital fund exclusively dedicated to global technology investment opportunities in the sports, media, and entertainment sectors. The firm was founded by a team of experienced investors and entrepreneurs including Salim Mitha and Ian Doody, who bring extensive backgrounds in media and technology. Powerhouse emphasizes a focused investment strategy, leveraging a specialized platform to provide a compelling advantage for tech-driven media opportunities.

Powerhouse Capital invests across the four pillars of Sight, Sound, Play, and Live, with a focus on technology-driven media innovations. They typically engage in venture capital investments and operate with a global scope. The team has contributed to leading companies such as MasterClass, Wondery, The Athletic, Epic! Kids, Scopely, and Calm. Their typical investment size is in the $5-10 m range, and they seek to partner with both entrepreneurs and their backers for enhanced outcomes.

Notable investments made by Powerhouse include MasterClass - premium video courses, Wondery - acquired by Amazon, The Athletic - sports content platform acquired by NY Times, Epic! Kids - children's book subscription, Scopely - mobile gaming, and Calm - meditation app.

Industry

KidTech/FamilyTech Music Sports/SportsTech Software SaaS Mobile/Apps Media and Entertainment Marketing and Advertising Gaming

Powerhouse Capital Funds

Name	Type	Industry	Stage	Region	Size	AUM	Launch date
Powerhouse Ventures Fund II	Venture Capital (VC)	Gaming SaaS Software	Pre-seed Seed	North America	$5-10 m	$70 M	June 2018

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Ian Doody Co-Founder & Managing Partner

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Salim M. Founding Partner

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FAQs about Powerhouse Capital

Is Powerhouse Capital a venture capital or private equity firm?

Powerhouse Capital is a venture capital firm. It backs companies at Seed, Pre-seed, Series A, Series B and Late Stage (Series C+), writing tickets of $5-10 m.

Where is Powerhouse Capital located?

Powerhouse Capital is located in Los Angeles, California, United States.

When was Powerhouse Capital founded?

Powerhouse Capital was founded in 2019.

What sectors and industries does Powerhouse Capital invest in?

Powerhouse Capital invests in companies and startups in KidTech/FamilyTech, Music, Sports/SportsTech, Software, SaaS, Mobile/Apps, Media and Entertainment, Marketing and Advertising, Gaming.

What is Powerhouse Capital geographical focus of investments?

Powerhouse Capital invests in companies and startups in North America, South America, Europe, Asia.

At what stages of companies and startups does Powerhouse Capital typically invest in?

Powerhouse Capital invests in companies and startups at Seed, Pre-seed, Series A, Series B, Late Stage (Series C+).

What is the usual amount of Powerhouse Capital investment?

Powerhouse Capital usually invests $5-10 m on average.

What is the amount of assets of under management (AUM) for Powerhouse Capital?

Powerhouse Capital has around $174m assets under management.

When was Powerhouse Capital last fund created?

Powerhouse Capital last fund was created/launched in 2018-06-13

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