Axel Toupane

Axel Toupane

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Venture Partner at Intuition | Forbes 30 Under 30

I specialize in

VC & Angel Advice
Fundraising 101
Fundraising strategy
Pitch feedback
Personal Branding

Forbes 30u30 pro baller turned VC backing bold founders

Background & Highlights

Venture Partner

Intuition

2024 – Present

Founder

Les Prochains Leaders

2020 – Present

Co-Founder and Investor

DEIMOS

2022 – Present

About me

Pro Athlete Turned Investor | Venture Partner at Intuition | Forbes 30 Under 30 I’ve spent most of my life competing at the highest level of basketball—and now, I’m channeling that same drive into investing, entrepreneurship, and building a new playbook for athletes off the court. Today, I’m a Venture Partner at Intuition and part of the Forbes 30 Under 30 class, focused on backing bold founders and exploring the intersection of sports, business, and culture. I’m passionate about helping athletes and creatives step into ownership, and guiding early-stage founders who want to connect with the sports, media, and consumer worlds. Book a session with me for help with: ✅ Navigating the transition from pro sports to entrepreneurship ✅ Building your personal brand beyond the game ✅ Exploring early-stage investing and athlete-led startups ✅ Understanding athlete influence in consumer markets ✅ Breaking into the business side of sports, media, or lifestyle brands What sets me apart: 🔹 NBA and international pro basketball experience 🔹 Hands-on investor and operator with a growing venture portfolio 🔹 Deep understanding of athlete-business crossover opportunities 🔹 Open, curious mindset—here to learn, share, and build Whether you're an athlete thinking beyond the game, or a founder hoping to connect with culture and community, let’s talk. Book a call with me on Hubble.

You'll get advice on

  • Pro Athlete to Entrepreneurship Transition
  • Building Your Brand Beyond Sports
  • Athlete Investing & Startups
  • Athlete Influence in Consumer Markets
  • Breaking into Sports/Media/Lifestyle Business

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