# Brud: Information technology & services, Los Angeles, United States

> Brud: Brud is a media and entertainment company based in Los Angeles, co-founded in 2014 by Trevor McFedries and Sara DeCou.

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# Brud

Brud is a media and entertainment company based in Los Angeles, co-founded in 2014 by Trevor McFedries and Sara DeCou.

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Funding reported Last round: Venture (Round not Specified)

Information technology & services Los Angeles, United States

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Company summary

- **Founded:** 2014 12 years old
- **Team:** 10 1 to 10 people
- **Funding reported:** $276M in dollars
- **Last round:** Venture (Round not Specified) Sept 2021

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## About Brud

Brud is a media and entertainment company based in Los Angeles, co-founded in 2014 by Trevor McFedries and Sara DeCou.

With around 35 employees and a valuation of approximately $144 million, Brud focuses on creating digital character-driven story worlds, primarily through social media platforms. McFedries describes the company as a modern equivalent to Disney or Marvel, emphasizing storytelling in a digital format. The company specializes in the creation and management of virtual influencers and digital characters, with its flagship product being Lil Miquela, a computer-generated influencer who has gained a significant online following. Brud aims to connect meaningfully with audiences and promote cultural understanding through its narratives. Additionally, Brud is exploring blockchain and NFT projects, including a series of NFTs featuring Miquela, as part of its engagement with Web 3.0 technology. The company is also advocating for community-owned media, allowing fans to have a say in creative decisions.

## What company datasets say Brud raised

Funding, as reported

Reported in all **$276M** in dollars

Last round **Venture (Round not Specified)**

Last round size **$250M**

Last round date **Sept 2021**

## Founders and team

From the SEC filings it signed: 1 on the team.

- **Trevor McFedries** Executive Officer, Director i

On the board, as filed i *Jeff Berman* *Kevin Thau* *Stephanie Zhan*

## The company, in detail

What they build

Known for

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- **Sector:** Information technology & services
- **Industry code:** NAICS 54143, 512110, 516210, 541810, SIC 7389, 7812, 7375, 7311
- **Region:** California
- **Part of:** Dapper Labs

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