Richard Graham Bio

Mr. Graham is a Managing Principal and the founder of Striker Partners, with primary responsibility for the strategic direction of the firm. He plays the lead role in coordinating Striker’s relationships with its portfolio companies, with a specific focus on maximizing synergies across the Striker portfolio. Prior to Striker, Mr. Graham gained significant entrepreneurial experience in the sports industry. In 1994, he co-founded BSC, an international sports marketing and event promotion company, which created and developed a televised series of global sporting events. In October of 1998, Mr. Graham sold his controlling interest in BSC and founded Striker. Prior to BSC, Mr. Graham worked for Viking Graham, sourcing transactions and evaluating investment opportunities primarily within the packaging and general manufacturing industries. Mr. Graham’s past and present board directorships include: Surgent McCoy, LLC, Touchstone Wireless, LP, YSC Sports, LP, High Performance Sports, LLC, Larex, Inc. and Nurture, Inc. Mr. Graham also sits on the board of Starfinder Foundation, Burke Mountain Academy, and Camp Tecumseh. Mr. Graham earned his Bachelor of Arts degree from Dartmouth College.