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PrizePicks Appoints Marcus Sanford as Chief Financial Officer, Ari Koteles as Chief Business Officer
PrizePicks has announced the appointment of Marcus Sanford, former Chief Financial Officer of Blizzard Entertainment, as the company's new Chief Financial Officer (CFO). Ari Koteles, who has served as PrizePicks’ CFO since 2021, has been named to the newly created role of Chief Business Officer.
PrizePicks Appoints Marcus Sanford as Chief Financial Officer, Ari Koteles as Chief Business Officer
PrizePicks Appoints Marcus Sanford as Chief Financial Officer, Ari Koteles as Chief Business Officer
PrizePicks has announced the appointment of Marcus Sanford, former Chief Financial Officer of Blizzard Entertainment, as the company's new Chief Financial Officer (CFO). Ari Koteles, who has served as PrizePicks’ CFO since 2021, has been named to the newly created role of Chief Business Officer.
PrizePicks and EPIC Global Solutions Announce Responsible Gaming Partnership
PrizePicks and EPIC Global Solutions Announce Responsible Gaming Partnership
PrizePicks announced a partnership with EPIC Global Solutions, the leading provider of gaming harm prevention services. In recognition of Responsible Gaming Education Month (RGEM), PrizePicks employees will have access to educational training sessions featuring in-depth presentations from EPIC’s extensive roster of responsible gaming experts, highlighting signs of problem gaming, the need for responsible gaming measures and prevention methods.
PrizePicks Debuts “Run Your Game” Commercial Series Featuring Joe Budden, Druski and Suga Sean O’Malley
PrizePicks Debuts “Run Your Game” Commercial Series Featuring Joe Budden, Druski and Suga Sean O’Malley
PrizePicks premiered a new commercial campaign for football season featuring a star-studded roster of dynamic personalities including Joe Budden, Drew "Druski" Desbordes, Suga’ Sean O’Malley, Kyle Forgeard and Trent Attyah (a.k.a BookItWithTrent). The “Run Your Game” campaign showcases the PrizePicks app and the unique thrill of connecting with friends around the biggest moments in sports and culture.
PrizePicks Launches New Free To Play Contest “Streak”
PrizePicks Launches New Free To Play Contest “Streak”
PrizePicks announced the launch of Streak, an engaging new free to play fantasy offering. The new game allows fans to choose one player projection per day to build a streak of winning picks to compete for an opportunity to win up to $1M. Streak will debut in 13 jurisdictions including New York, Ohio, New Jersey and Pennsylvania, expanding the company’s footprint in key markets across the country.
PrizePicks Signs Comedian Druski to Brand Partnership
PrizePicks Signs Comedian Druski to Brand Partnership
PrizePicks announced that it signed the multitalented comedian and actor, Drew "Druski" Desbordes, as a brand ambassador. As one of the fastest-growing comedic stars with millions of followers, Druski will partner with PrizePicks to develop original online content, co-branded specialty merchandise, national advertising campaigns, and other one-of-a-kind engagements for the daily fantasy sports community.
Gaming Veteran Mike Ybarra Appointed as CEO of PrizePicks
Gaming Veteran Mike Ybarra Appointed as CEO of PrizePicks
PrizePicks announced the appointment of Mike Ybarra, former President of Blizzard Entertainment, as the company's Chief Executive Officer. Ybarra will join the Board of PrizePicks and succeeds Adam Wexler, PrizePicks’ Founder and CEO, who will be transitioning to the role of Executive Chairman.
PrizePicks Awarded Operating License in New Hampshire
PrizePicks Awarded Operating License in New Hampshire
PrizePicks announced that it has been granted a daily fantasy sports operating license by the state of New Hampshire.
PrizePicks and State Farm Arena Announce Marketing Partnership
PrizePicks and State Farm Arena Announce Marketing Partnership
PrizePicks announced a partnership with Atlanta's State Farm Arena.
PrizePicks Announces Responsible Gaming Collaboration with Kindbridge Behavioral Health
PrizePicks Announces Responsible Gaming Collaboration with Kindbridge Behavioral Health
PrizePicks and Kindbridge Behavioral Health announced a groundbreaking collaboration that will provide access to Kindbridge’s top-tier clinical services at no initial cost to PrizePicks players and customer-facing employees.
PrizePicks has announced the launch of The Esports Lab, a digital product aimed at educating new audiences on the world of esports.
PrizePicks and Product Coffee Announce Strategic Partnership to Elevate Atlanta's Product Management Talent
PrizePicks and Product Coffee Announce Strategic Partnership to Elevate Atlanta's Product Management Talent
PrizePicks has partnered with Product Coffee, a leading professional community for product managers and entrepreneurs.
PrizePicks Announces New CPO and Key Responsible Gaming Hire
PrizePicks Announces New CPO and Key Responsible Gaming Hire
PrizePicks announced the hiring of Renee White as its Chief People Officer (CPO), reporting to Co-founder and Chief Executive Officer Adam Wexler. The company also announced the appointment of Phil Sherwood as Senior Director of Responsible Gaming.
PrizePicks Surpasses Two Million Fantasy Lineups on Arena
PrizePicks Surpasses Two Million Fantasy Lineups on Arena
PrizePicks announced that Arena, its innovative peer-to-peer game, has surpassed two million lineups built by over 100,000 players since launching in five states in January. This new and exciting daily fantasy sports format extends the second screen sports entertainment experience within the PrizePicks community by allowing players to test their skills directly against their peers.
PrizePicks Signs MMA Star Justin Gaethje to Exclusive Partnership
PrizePicks Signs MMA Star Justin Gaethje to Exclusive Partnership
PrizePicks announced that it signed mixed martial arts superstar Justin Gaethje as a brand ambassador. "The Highlight" will team up with the company to bring interactive experiences to PrizePicks players and MMA fans, ahead of his upcoming lightweight bout in Las Vegas and throughout the fighting season.
PrizePicks Extends Daily Fantasy Sports Partnership with the Braves
PrizePicks Extends Daily Fantasy Sports Partnership with the Braves
PrizePicks announced that the company has reunited with the Atlanta Braves as the club's Official Daily Fantasy Sports Partner for the 2024 season.
PrizePicks Announces Plans for New, Expanded Headquarters in Atlanta
PrizePicks Announces Plans for New, Expanded Headquarters in Atlanta
PrizePicks announced plans for its new 33,000 square foot Atlanta Headquarters, which will be located in the Star Metals Building in Midtown Atlanta. The company plans to grow its workforce by 1,000 new jobs over the next seven years, the economic impact of which will be $25M to the state of Georgia.
PrizePicks Signs ‘Suga’ Sean O’Malley to Exclusive Partnership
PrizePicks Signs ‘Suga’ Sean O’Malley to Exclusive Partnership
PrizePicks announced a multi-year deal with Bantamweight Champion ‘Suga’ Sean O’Malley as a brand ambassador. One of the greatest pound-for-pound fighters in mixed martial arts will team up with the fantasy sports leader on new and engaging content for fans.
PrizePicks Announces Partnership with The Dallas Stars
PrizePicks Announces Partnership with The Dallas Stars
PrizePicks has announced a new partnership deal with the Dallas Stars. Marking its first official relationship with an NHL franchise, PrizePicks will be featured on local telecasts of Stars’ games via commercials and will be able to offer special VIP experiences to fans.
PrizePicks Signs Stephen A. Smith Show to Exclusive Partnership
PrizePicks Signs Stephen A. Smith Show to Exclusive Partnership
PrizePicks announced that the company is the Exclusive Daily Fantasy Partner of the Stephen A. Smith Show.
PrizePicks Launch “PrizePicks Arena” Peer-to-Peer Fantasy Sports Game
PrizePicks Launch “PrizePicks Arena” Peer-to-Peer Fantasy Sports Game
PrizePicks has launched PrizePicks Arena, an exciting new peer-to-peer fantasy sports game. The newest PrizePicks competition gives sports fans a way to test their skills against their peers.
PrizePicks announced that the Company has partnered with Xpoint, the leading geolocation and compliance technology company, to employ its market-leading geolocation technology.
PrizePicks: Multi-Year Deal with Wave Sports + Entertainment
PrizePicks: Multi-Year Deal with Wave Sports + Entertainment
PrizePicks announced that the company has signed an exclusive multi-year partnership agreement with Wave Sports + Entertainment (WSE), the leader in sports storytelling for the next generation. The deal includes exclusive gaming sponsorship of the company’s award-winning original series, ”New Heights,” hosted by football’s favorite family duo -- Jason and Travis Kelce.
PrizePicks: Fantasy Sports Partner of Men in Blazers Media Network
PrizePicks: Fantasy Sports Partner of Men in Blazers Media Network
Men in Blazers Media Network announced today that PrizePicks is now its exclusive Fantasy Sports Partner.
PrizePicks announced today that the company has expanded its product offering with the introduction of a free-to-play version of the nation’s most popular daily fantasy sports game. The new free-to-play game will first be available to PrizePicks players in Michigan, before being rolled out to additional states throughout the U.S.
Sportico: Paid Fantasy Sports: It's Time For More Innovation
Sportico: Paid Fantasy Sports: It's Time For More Innovation
PrizePicks CEO Adam Wexler pens an op-ed for Sportico on the fantasy sports industry and the need for innovation as its driving force.
PrizePicks Announces Inaugural World Championship Event
PrizePicks Announces Inaugural World Championship Event
PrizePicks announced today the inaugural PrizePicks World Championship, a skill-based daily fantasy sports showdown featuring celebrities and athletes, including Druski, Sean O’Malley, Tee Grizzley and more. Taking place November 5th through the 19th, the first-of-its-kind tournament will see the competitors teaming up with millions of followers in a Fantasy battle royale to decide who will take home the $100,000 grand prize.
Yogonet: PrizePicks CEO: "There is an immediate need among consumers, vendors, and operators for clarity in daily fantasy sports"
Yogonet: PrizePicks CEO: "There is an immediate need among consumers, vendors, and operators for clarity in daily fantasy sports"
In an exclusive interview with Yogonet, Adam Wexler, Founder and CEO of PrizePicks, delved into a range of subjects, encompassing the company's product, market dynamics, regulatory landscape, and the future prospects of daily fantasy sports in the US.
PrizePicks Partners with ProhiBet to Elevate Compliance Initiatives
PrizePicks Partners with ProhiBet to Elevate Compliance Initiatives
PrizePicks, the largest skill-based fantasy sports operator in North America, today announced a strategic partnership with U.S. Integrity, a leading sports data and technology firm. As part of the partnership, PrizePicks will utilize ProhiBet, an innovative product offered via partnership between U.S. Integrity and Odds on Compliance.
PrizePicks Announces Marketing Partnership with Braves Development Co
PrizePicks Announces Marketing Partnership with Braves Development Co
PrizePicks, the largest fantasy sports operator in North America, announced today that the company has extended its relationship with the Atlanta Braves as the club’s Official Daily Fantasy Sports Partner to now partner with the Braves Development Co to sponsor The Battery Atlanta entertainment complex.
PrizePicks Adds to Senior Leadership Team with Strategic Appointments
PrizePicks Adds to Senior Leadership Team with Strategic Appointments
PrizePicks, the largest fantasy sports operator in North America, today announced the appointment of two gaming industry veterans to its senior leadership team. Elisa Richardson will join PrizePicks as the company's Vice President of Strategic Communications. Additionally, Brian Huss has been named Vice President of Innovation, responsible for expanding the company's skill-based fantasy offerings.
PrizePicks Partners with NC Courage of National Women's Soccer League
PrizePicks Partners with NC Courage of National Women's Soccer League
PrizePicks, the largest fantasy sports operator in North America, announced today that the company has signed a partnership agreement with the North Carolina Courage, a leading team within the National Women's Soccer League (NWSL). As part of the partnership, the two companies will work on joint marketing efforts including co-social media promotion. PrizePicks is the first fantasy sports operator to partner with a team in the NWSL.
PrizePicks Teams with Meek Mill for Innovative Brand Partnership
PrizePicks Teams with Meek Mill for Innovative Brand Partnership
PrizePicks announced today that multi-platinum recording artist Meek Mill has joined the company as Brand Ambassador & Culture Advisor. The Grammy-nominated icon will be focused on onboarding new audiences to the PrizePicks platform and integrating the brand within the hip-hop community.