SANTA CLARA, Calif. (Diya TV) — The San Francisco 49ers are adding new firepower off the field. The team announced Tuesday that three prominent Bay Area families—the Deeters, Griffiths, and Khoslas—have acquired a non-controlling, minority stake in the franchise. The investment, approved May 20 at the NFL’s spring meetings, marks a new chapter of local ownership as the 49ers expand their footprint in the sports and entertainment world.
The incoming partners include Byron and Allison Deeter, Calla and Will Griffith, and Neal and Vinod Khosla. All three families bring decades of personal and professional ties to the Bay Area, as well as deep-rooted fandom and investment experience across technology, healthcare, and venture capital.
“I’d like to welcome the Deeter, Griffith, and Khosla families to the San Francisco 49ers,” said 49ers CEO Jed York in a statement. “Together with my family and our partners, we are deeply committed to investing in the future of this organization, enhancing the fan experience, and supporting the region we’re proud to call home.”
Byron Deeter is a partner at Bessemer Venture Partners, focusing on cloud, AI, and the business of sports. He and his wife, Alli, both UC Berkeley alumni, serve on the board of the United States Olympic & Paralympic Foundation. “The 49ers’ winning culture embodies the heart of the Bay,” said Deeter. “We’re proud to partner with Jed and this world-class organization.”
Will Griffith, a partner at global investment firm ICONIQ, brings both financial acumen and football pedigree. Griffith, a Dartmouth graduate and former Ivy League champion under the late coach Buddy Teevans, also holds an MBA from Stanford Graduate School of Business. “Joining the 49ers is the realization of a lifelong dream,” said Griffith. “This team is one of the most iconic sports and business brands in the world.”
Neal Khosla, founder and CEO of Curai, an AI-enabled healthcare startup, brings sports analytics experience and has contributed to the Sports Business Journal. His father, Vinod Khosla, is the co-founder of Sun Microsystems and the managing director of Khosla Ventures. The Khoslas have been 49ers season ticket holders for more than 30 years.
“For us, becoming members of the 49ers family is a dream come true,” Neal Khosla said. “We’re honored to be a part of the team’s future success and its continued impact on the Bay Area community.”
While financial terms were not disclosed, the transaction reaffirms the York family’s controlling interest in the franchise. The addition of minority partners positions the team to capitalize on a landmark stretch of events at Levi’s Stadium, which is set to host Super Bowl LX and six FIFA World Cup matches in 2026, making it the first venue in history to host both events in a single calendar year.
