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Company of the week: Pittsburgh Knights

Every week, we highlight a company that recently received funding. This week it’s Pittsburgh Knights, an esports organization.

Every week, we highlight a company that recently received funding. Across industries, verticals and stages, these startups could impact our daily lives or change the entire world.

About Pittsburgh Knights

The company’s offering includes a professional esports franchise, whose players participate in video game competitions in front of millions of fans in person and online. It enables users to take the best practices from traditional sports and apply them to esports in the hopes of increasing fan engagement and growth.

Quick stats

Headquarters: Pittsburgh, PA
Year founded: 2017
Total raised to date: $3.24M
Latest deal amount: $2.94M
Financing status: Angel-backed
Investors: Pittsburgh Steelers

For more information check out our Pittsburgh Knights profile preview.