Rich Holmes
General Counsel and Corporate Secretary at Passport
- Role
- Seed Investor at Fastbreak AI
- Location
- Charlotte, NC, US
- LinkedIn followers
- 500 followers
About Rich Holmes
I’m a business-minded legal leader with 20+ years of experience helping hyper-growth tech companies close complex deals, navigate risk with clarity, and scale responsibly — without losing momentum. I thrive in cross-functional environments, working closely with teams across the business to align legal strategy with operational goals.From MapAnything to Salesforce to Passport, I’ve worked across the table from boards, executives, regulators, and even the occasional stubborn counterparty, always with a pragmatic, collaborative, and solutions-first approach. Whether it’s negotiating a complex customer agreement, resolving a thorny vendor dispute, or untangling unexpected roadblocks, I bring strategic thinking and calm execution to high-stakes, high-output environments.I’m at my best when I’m in the trenches with my teammates, solving problems and making good things happen — not just minimizing risk, but unlocking value. I believe legal should be a lever, not a roadblock.Recognized for integrity, leadership, and the ability to get things done without drama, I care deeply about building teams and cultures that reflect those same values: clarity, curiosity, and trust.Also: huge Phish fan, pushing the boundaries of \"business casual\", firm believer in the power of cold plunges, and someone who’s always happy to trade war stories over coffee (or sauna).
Experience
Seed Investor
Feb 2023 — Present · Charlotte, NC, US
Fastbreak AI is transforming how the world of sports operates. Our AI-powered platforms deliver the intelligence behind scheduling, tournament management and sponsor activation for professional, amateur, and youth sports organizations worldwide.From the NBA, MLS and NHL to sports Federations, NGBs and regional leagues, Fastbreak powers the systems that make sports run better. Our software optimizes logistics, lowers costs, unlocks new revenue streams, and improves sporting experiences for athletes, fans and organizers.Headquartered in Charlotte, North Carolina, Fastbreak AI is a fast-growing team of innovators, engineers, and sports enthusiasts driven by a shared mission: to improve sports operations and keep costs low. We’re building the future of sports technology—and we’re just getting started.
Education
Ohio Wesleyan University
B.A., Politics and Government, Psychology
1994 — 1998
University of Maine School of Law
J.D., Law
1998 — 2001
Skills
- Entrepreneurship
- Legal Research
- Job Coaching
- Contract Negotiation
- Start-Ups
- Lead Generation
- Employment Law
- Patents
- Legal Compliance
- Administrative Law
- Privacy Law
- Commercial Litigation
- Trademarks
- Joint Ventures
- Trade Secrets
- Negotiation
- Legal Advice
- Anti-Counterfeiting
- Copyright Law
- Dispute Resolution
- Intellectual Property
- Corporate Governance
- Strategic Planning
- Licensing
- Strategy
- Trademark Infringement
- Legal Issues
- Alternative Dispute Resolution
- Contract Negotiations
- Civil Litigation
- Patent Law
- Competition Law
- Arbitration
- Legal Writing
- Litigation
- Brand Protection
- Corporate Law
- Westlaw
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