The Raine Group

The Raine Group is a growth capital investment firm founded in 2009 and headquartered in New York City, with additional offices in San Francisco, Los Angeles, Hong Kong, London, Mumbai, Paris, Shanghai, and Singapore. The firm specializes in providing advisory and investment services in high-growth sectors such as technology, media, entertainment, sports, lifestyle, and information technology. With a focus on leveraging its extensive industry experience and strategic relationships, The Raine Group aims to create value for its portfolio companies and clients. The firm primarily invests in companies across the United States, Europe, and Asia, utilizing growth capital as its preferred investment approach.

Naveen Asopa

Managing Director

Michael Branch

Senior Vice President, Portfolio Partnerships

Avidha Chakrabarti

Associate

Fred Davis

Partner

James Dolan

Associate

Christopher Donini

Partner

Courtney Favreau

Partner

Brandon Gardner

Partner, Co-Founder President and COO

Garrett Gomes

Managing Director

Garrett Gomes

Managing Director

Brooks Hansen

Managing Director

Erik Hodge

Partner

Dara Leung

Managing Director

Kevin Linker

Managing Partner, Raine Next-Gen Communications

Yingcun Luo

Managing Director

Mark Mager

Managing Director

Judy McLellan

Managing Director

Gaurav Mehta

Partner and Head - India

Colin Neville

Partner

Jessica Payne

Managing Director

Jonathan Pflug

Managing Director

Joe Puthenveetil

Managing Director

Peter Randaccio

Vice President

Joseph Ravitch

Co-Founder and Partner

Todd Rosoff

Partner

Ben Ross

Associate

Gordon Rubenstein

Managing Partner, Raine Ventures

John Salter

Partner and Co-Founder

Jason Schretter

Partner / Head of EMEA

Jeff Sine

Co-Founder / Partner

Jeffery Sine JD

Co-Founder and Partner

Jake Vachal

Managing Director

Brett Varsov

Partner

Sherri Williams

Managing Director

Past deals in eSports

Voldex

Series B in 2025
Voldex is a prominent company in the user-generated content (UGC) gaming sector, specializing in creating engaging games for platforms such as Roblox, Fortnite Creative, and Minecraft. Established in 2015, the company has built a strong portfolio that attracts nearly 25 million monthly active users, positioning it among the top grossing developers on Roblox. Voldex operates as a video gaming studio that transforms unique game concepts into reality, enhancing the gaming experience for users. With a dedicated team of 60 full-time employees, Voldex continues to innovate within the gaming landscape.

East Asian Super League

Series C in 2022
The East Asian Super League (EASL) aims to establish a premier basketball league in Asia, serving as the first professional intra-club basketball competition in the region. It focuses on organizing annual tournaments that feature the top basketball clubs from East Asia and the Philippines. By promoting engaging league formats and content platforms, EASL seeks to elevate the sport and create value for stakeholders, including players, teams, and fans. Through its initiatives, EASL aspires to enhance the profile of basketball in Asia and foster regional cooperation among clubs.

Games24x7

Venture Round in 2022
Games24x7 is an India-based online gaming company founded in 2006 by economists Bhavin Pandya and Trivikraman Thampy. The company specializes in skill-based and casual games, operating popular platforms such as RummyCircle, the leading online rummy site in India, and My11Circle, a prominent fantasy sports platform. To expand its offerings, Games24x7 has also established a casual games studio, Ultimate Games, aimed at launching new titles for the global market. The company employs behavioral science, technology, and artificial intelligence to create engaging gaming experiences that cater to the diverse interests and skill levels of its users. With a talented team spread across offices in Mumbai, Bengaluru, Kiev, Philadelphia, and Miami, Games24x7 continues to innovate and enhance its gaming platforms.

Midnite

Series A in 2022
Midnite is a platform focused on the future of esports betting, providing users with a secure and convenient environment to engage in online gaming. The platform allows users to place bets on football matches and players, as well as participate in fantasy football leagues. It offers a competitive space where users can battle their dream teams against others, win prizes, and enjoy both casual and real-money betting experiences. By catering to gamers and esports enthusiasts, Midnite is positioned to capitalize on the expanding esports industry while ensuring a safe and engaging betting experience.

RCX sports

Venture Round in 2022
RCX Sports is a youth sports business that partners with premier sports brands and professional leagues.

VY Esports

Seed Round in 2017
VY Esports Corp. is a global company based in Los Angeles that focuses on creating authentic experiences and innovative content within the esports industry. Founded in 2017, the company operates a comprehensive platform that consolidates advertising inventory across various esports events, enabling brands to effectively invest in marketing opportunities. VY Esports provides strategic guidance on navigating the esports landscape, helping brands position themselves effectively and monetize their presence through sponsorships and media rights sales. The company also engages in content ideation, production, and distribution, ensuring that advertisers can connect with a diverse and engaged global audience. With a team distributed across the US and Europe, VY Esports enhances the esports space through brand partnerships, live events, and influencer programs.

Bayes Esports

Series A in 2017
Bayes Esports Solutions GmbH, founded in 2018 and based in Berlin, Germany, specializes in developing a data distribution platform tailored for the esports industry. The company offers BEDEX, an esports data exchange platform, which provides clients with official, live data for popular game titles. By delivering high-quality data directly from the source, Bayes serves a diverse ecosystem of clients including media organizations, licensed betting operators, and digital service providers. Their focus is on enabling these clients to utilize and monetize esports data effectively, covering various applications from analytics to community engagement. Bayes Esports aims to enhance the understanding and accessibility of esports data, supporting the growth of the industry as a whole.

Mobcrush

Seed Round in 2015
Mobcrush, Inc. is a technology and entertainment company that specializes in live streaming applications for gamers. Founded in 2014 and headquartered in Santa Monica, California, Mobcrush enables users to broadcast their gameplay live from mobile devices, fostering a global community of gamers. The application allows users to watch and engage with creators, participate in eSports competitions, and connect with fellow players who share similar gaming interests. Additionally, Mobcrush’s platform facilitates real-time communication and interaction among gamers, enhancing the overall gaming experience. The company is positioned at the intersection of mobile gaming and creator-driven media, empowering content creators to stream and engage with audiences seamlessly.

DraftKings

Series C in 2014
DraftKings Inc. is a digital sports entertainment and gaming company based in Boston, Massachusetts. It offers users opportunities for daily sports contests, sports betting, and iGaming across the United States and Canada. Since its inception in 2012, DraftKings has grown from an innovator in daily fantasy sports to a major player in online sports wagering and casino gaming, especially following a Supreme Court ruling in 2018 that allowed states to legalize such activities. The company operates in 27 states for online or retail sports betting and in seven states for iGaming, reaching approximately 40% of Canada's population. DraftKings also develops software for sports betting and casino gaming, distributing its products through websites, app downloads, and direct-to-consumer platforms. Additionally, it features a marketplace for non-fungible tokens and licenses online gaming products.

Machinima

Private Equity Round in 2013
Machinima, Inc. is a media company that produces and distributes video content primarily targeted at young males and video gamers. Founded in January 2000 and headquartered in Burbank, California, Machinima offers a diverse range of programming, including scripted series, original content, and gameplay videos, as well as animation, movies, and TV shows. The company's content is accessible through various global distribution platforms such as YouTube, Xbox, iOS, Android, and social media networks like Facebook and Twitter. As of November 30, 2016, Machinima operates as a subsidiary of Warner Bros. Entertainment Inc.
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