Ep170 – Pete Davis (Co-founder & CEO – 1FF) on building the future of football
Aug 2, 2023
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Pete Davis, Co-founder & CEO of One Future Football, discusses the creation of a global football league played by CGI-generated athletes. They touch on topics such as engaging fans through data science, creating a narrative-driven broadcast, and allowing fans to earn points and make decisions. This podcast explores Pete's background in sports, the startup journey, and the unique vision of One Future Football.
Finding the right co-founder is crucial for startup success, considering cultural fit and creative contributions.
Having a clear vision for the company attracts the right people and allows for autonomy and creativity.
Hiring the right team members, with cultural fit and shared perspectives, builds an effective and collaborative team.
Deep dives
The Importance of Finding the Right Co-Founder
Finding the right co-founder is crucial for the success of an early-stage startup. The co-founder should be a cultural and systems fit, someone who can creatively contribute to the company's vision. It is important to have open conversations and consider the goals and mindset of potential co-founders. Equity sharing and involvement in decision-making can also be enticing for potential co-founders.
Building a Clear Vision for the Company
Having a clear vision for the company and its product is essential. The founder's vision should align with the potential co-founder's perspective. This clear vision helps attract the right people to the team and allows for creative opportunities and autonomy. Communicating the company's big vision and illustrating how individuals can make their mark and shape the company's direction is important when convincing potential hires to join.
The Importance of Deliberate Hiring and Ownership
Hiring the right team members is crucial for success. Deliberate hiring, considering cultural fit and aligning shared perspectives, helps build a collaborative and effective team. Offering equity share options and involvement in the decision-making process can also attract talented individuals. Providing a clear sense of ownership and creative opportunities within the company encourages employees to take ownership and contribute to the company's growth.
Creating a Global Football League for the Young Generation
One Future Football is a new global football league designed for the young generation of fans. With teams in 12 countries, the league aims to revamp and reenergize the way fans engage with football. Rather than physical players, the league has created virtual players with diverse backgrounds and stories to connect with fans around the world. The season follows a traditional format, with each team playing home and away matches and culminating in a final series. The league utilizes smart data science and AI to determine game results, ensuring a fair and unbiased outcome. Check out One Future Football at onefuturefootball.com.
The Importance of Proximity and Remote Work
The founders emphasize the importance of being in the same location and having face-to-face interaction when building a startup. They believe that the proximity of team members allows for more effective decision-making and fosters a sense of collaboration and connection. While they acknowledge the benefits of remote work, they prioritize the advantages of being physically present in the office. They also mention the deliberate choice of office location to minimize commute times for team members. The founders recognize the need for flexibility but aim to build a culture that values in-person collaboration and decision-making.
My guest for Ep170 of The Startup Playbook Podcast, was the Co-founder & CEO of One Future Football, Pete Davis. Pete Davis, my co-founder in a new startup called One Future Football, we just came out of stealth a few weeks ago to announce our $3M pre-seed funding round led by Blackbird and for the […]
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