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Cloud9 Esports, Inc.

Cloud9 Esports, Inc., commonly known as Cloud9 or C9, is a leading American professional esports organization based in Santa Monica, California.

Funding reportedLast round: Undisclosed round

SportsSanta Monica, United States

About Cloud9 Esports, Inc.

Cloud9 Esports, Inc., commonly known as Cloud9 or C9, is a leading American professional esports organization based in Santa Monica, California.

Founded in 2013, Cloud9 initially started as a professional League of Legends team and has since expanded to operate competitive teams across various video game titles, including Valorant, Call of Duty, and Rainbow Six. The organization is recognized for its commitment to player welfare and development, offering extensive benefits to its athletes and staff. In addition to its competitive teams, Cloud9 engages a global audience through merchandise sales, including event jerseys and lifestyle accessories, as well as content creation and broadcasting. The company has raised $78 million in equity and is ranked as the world's fifth-most valuable esports organization. With a diverse fan base of gamers and esports enthusiasts, Cloud9 continues to redefine gaming culture and connect with its audience through innovative engagement strategies.

What company datasets say Cloud9 Esports, Inc. raised

Funding, as reported

Reported in all$79Min dollars
Rounds4
Last roundUndisclosed round
Last round size$1.3M
Last round dateNov 2019
Investors listed27

Founders and team

From Cloud9 Esports, Inc.'s own website and the SEC filings it signed: 1 founder, 5 on the team.

Jack EtienneCEO & Co-Founder
  • Jonathan TranPresident
  • Halee MasonVP of Technology and Business Development
  • Emily LloydSenior Director, Game Monetization, Merchandise & Social Operations
  • Dan FidenExecutive Officer, Directori
  • Jacques EtienneExecutive Officer, Directori

On the board, as filediAntonio GraciasBrian SingermanRick Thompson

AdvisersPaullie Etienne

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Investors who name them

Each firm lists Cloud9 Esports, Inc. on its own website. That is the firm's claim, a weaker thing than a round we watched, but a named source.

The company, in detail

What they build

Known for

counter-strikelibrariescontent creatorsesports eventsconsumersplayer welfare programsgaming successfan loyaltycustomer engagementesports successesports sponsorship dealsplayer wellness programsesports team branding strategiesprofessional teamsdistributiongaming legacy

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Sector
Sports
Industry code
NAICS 519, 711211, 51621, SIC 7933, 7941
Region
California
Revenue
$34M a year, as listed
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