Meet Team SportsTechX Based in Berlin, SportsTechX is the leading source for sports technology, innovation, and investment intelligence. Since 2018, we've meticulously mapped the fast evolving Sports Tech ecosystem, delivering nuanced analysis of emerging startups, investment patterns, and market dynamics through multi-modal content, proprietary research, consulting, and investment advisory services.
We help sports business leaders make smarter decisions and build future-focused strategies. Here's the team that delivers on that promise.
The team Thomas Preiss Advisor
Thomas Preiss Advisor
Common Goal Co-Founder | Athlete Community Builder | Venture Investor | Sports, Capital & Innovation for Positive Impact
Sports Teams: SV Werder Bremen
Rohn Malhotra Co-Founder & Managing Director
Rohn Malhotra Co-Founder & Managing Director
Rohn is a serial entrepreneur, sports nut and cinephile with 16+ years of experience. He began his career as a Management Consultant with KPMG, successfully exited his last startup in 2017, then entered the SportsTech industry in 2018, making Berlin his home. Is also an Investment Director at Match Ventures, a SportsTech VC fund.
Sports Teams: Manchester United, Bengaluru FC, Golden State Warriors
Vishnu Dixit Head of Tech & Infrastructure
Vishnu Dixit Head of Tech & Infrastructure
Vishnu is a passionate football enthusiast, enjoys high-altitude trekking and has a keen interest in data science, machine learning and computer vision. With prior experience as a risk investigator at Amazon, he has developed strong analytical skills and is currently pursuing a Masters in Data Science from Liverpool John Moores University.
Sports Teams: Bengaluru FC, Newcastle United, FC Barcelona, RC Bangalore
Khyati Choudhary Head of Communications & Operations
Khyati Choudhary Head of Communications & Operations
KC is an amateur footballer, long distance runner and an adventure sports enthusiast. She brings extensive experience in sports media and presenting across multiple sports, backed by an academic foundation in psychology and a Masters in Journalism. Beyond sport, she's actively involved in animal welfare and rescue initiatives.
Sports Teams/Athletes: Real Madrid, Cristiano Ronaldo, Aryna Sabalenka, Alex Pereira
Brendon Murzello Head of Marketing
Brendon Murzello Head of Marketing
Brendon heads up marketing and content at SportsTechX, blending strategic messaging with digital design to elevate our brand. Outside the office, he's usually training for his next run, shooting content or on a hike.
Sports Teams: Manchester United, Red Bull Racing
Umananda Siddha Software Engineer
Umananda Siddha Software Engineer
Umananda builds and maintains the website and software architecture of SportsTechX. He plays chess.
Sports Teams: None
Advika Ponnappa Research & Data
Advika Ponnappa Research & Data
Advika is currently pursuing a BSc in Computer Studies with a keen interest in International Relations. She is an enthusiastic sportswoman, having played hockey and badminton professionally. She has a strong interest towards learning about women's sports and advancements in sports technology.
Sports Teams/Athletes: Roger Federer, Serena Williams, PV Sindhu, RC Bangalore
Avdhut Gursale Research & Data
Avdhut Gursale Research & Data
Avdhut is a national-level footballer who has played for Rajasthan United FC. He holds an MBA in Sports Management and blends his on-field experience with a passion for digital storytelling and social media. He is passionate about promoting football and creating more opportunities for the sport to grow.
Sports Teams: Rajasthan United FC, Union Bank of India, Any Indian Contingent!
Gaurav Kr. Jha Research & Data Analyst
Gaurav Kr. Jha Research & Data Analyst
Gaurav holds a B.Tech in Electronics and Communication Engineering. He enjoys working with data and is also into content creation and digital storytelling. A loyal RCB fan, he is always up for learning something new.
Sports Teams: Royal Challengers Bangalore
Advisors Our advisors are seasoned founders, investors, and industry veterans who've built, scaled, and invested in companies at the forefront of Sports Tech.
Mitch Heath Advisor
Mitch Heath Advisor
Sports Executive || Coach, Advisor, Investor, Board Member || Co-Founder at Teamworks, The Operating System for Sports (TM)
Sports Teams: Duke Blue Devils
Benjamin Penkert Co-Founder & Advisor
Benjamin Penkert Co-Founder & Advisor
SportsTechX ｜ Enjoys talking Web3, playing Padel & spending time in Cape Town
Sports Teams: FC Bayern Munich
