Super Bowl-winning running back Saquon Barkley has made a strategic investment in Ramp, a financial operations platform designed to help businesses save time and money.
The announcement came shortly after Barkley broke an NFL rushing season record. Not only did he invest in Ramp, but he also starred in the company’s first-ever Super Bowl commercial. Ramp positions itself as an all-in-one financial solution that streamlines payments, corporate cards, vendor management, procurement, travel booking, and automated bookkeeping with built-in intelligence.
“I’ve always believed a winning mindset applies to every part of life. If you want to dominate, you don’t switch off when the clock hits zero, and I demand that same intensity in my business ventures,” Barkley said in a written statement. “Ramp shares my obsession with speed and efficiency, helping teams move faster, spend smarter, and stay a step ahead of the competition. They’re a partner I want in my corner.”
Barkley, known for his sharp investment acumen, was introduced to Ramp through mutual investor connections. His approach to investing was influenced by reading Zero to One years ago, and he actively seeks out high-growth startups. Since its launch in 2019, Ramp has grown to serve over 30,000 customers, saving businesses an estimated $2 billion and 20 million hours.
“True partnership requires skin in the game,” Barkley added. “That’s why I invested in Ramp. I saw firsthand how they’re helping American businesses cut costs and operate at peak performance. That’s the kind of impact I want to be part of.”
Barkley recently celebrated a Super Bowl victory over the Kansas City Chiefs, securing the coveted Vince Lombardi Trophy on his 28th birthday, February 9.
Ramp CEO and co-founder Eric Glyman praised Barkley’s leadership, drawing parallels between his on-field dedication and Ramp’s business philosophy.
“Seeing Saquon put his team’s playoff run ahead of an individual all-time rushing record was a masterclass in leadership,” Glyman said. “Ramp follows the same playbook. We prioritize our customers’ long-term success, helping them save money—even when it means sacrificing short-term profit. Our shared commitment to long-term value creation made Saquon a natural partner. We’re both in it for the long game.”
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