# Thuzio

Startup profile on Capital Atlas: https://capitalatlas.ai/startups/thuzio

- Industry: Internet
- Headquarters: New York, US
- Website: www.thuzio.com
- Total disclosed funding: $13M
- Latest round: Series B (Oct 1, 2015)
- Investors on record: 4

## About

Thuzio, Inc. specializes in connecting businesses with professional athletes, celebrities, and influencers, offering unique experiences through talent booking, event hosting, and bespoke services that enhance brand visibility and audience engagement.Founded in 2012 and headquartered in New York, US, Thuzio, Inc. operates in the unique space of event experiences featuring professional athletes and celebrities. The company, co-founded by Jared Augustine and Tiki Barber, has conducted 6 deals with its most recent funding round being a Series B raise of USD 7.00 mn led by Prudence on August 31, 2019. The company has not undergone any notable changes in its business strategy or operations since its inception.Thuzio specializes in providing unique experiences and access to professional athletes, celebrities, and influencers through its core offerings that include event hosting, talent booking, and bespoke experiences. These services are designed to bring high-profile personalities into corporate events, private functions, and marketing campaigns, thereby enhancing brand visibility and creating memorable interactions for clients. Thuzio’s customer base primarily consists of businesses, event planners, and brands looking to leverage the star power of well-known figures to drive engagement and reach specific audiences. The company operates in various geographical markets, including major metropolitan areas in the United States, enabling them to cater to diverse client needs across the nation.Thuzio generates revenue through a structured model that involves direct partnerships and talent engagements, primarily within the corporate sector. Clients engage Thuzio’s services through a booking structure that includes fixed fees for appearances, event hosting, and tailored experiences, which are negotiated on a case-by-case basis. The transactions typically occur between the company and its clients, facilitating direct-to-consumer and B2B interactions. By leveraging its network of notable athletes and influencers, Thuzio can offer premium experiences that command significant value, ensuring that both clients and the talent involved receive a well-defined return on investment from these engagements. The company’s flagship service offerings contribute to its revenue stream by creating bespoke experiences that resonate with target demographics and fulfill specific marketing objectives for businesses.Thuzio plans to utilize its recent funding from the Series B round to enhance its service offerings and expand into new geographic markets. The company aims to launch additional products designed to meet the evolving needs of its clients, although specific product details and release dates are yet to be disclosed. Thuzio is actively exploring opportunities to enter new metropolitan areas across the United States, increasing its market presence and customer reach. The most recent venture funding deal, completed on August 31, 2019, will support these initiatives and drive the company’s growth trajectory.

## Funding rounds

- Series B, Oct 1, 2015, $7M — East Capital Group, Vanterra Capital, RSE Ventures, Prudence
- Series A, Aug 8, 2014, $6M — East Capital Group, RSE Ventures, Prudence

## Investors

- East Capital Group (https://capitalatlas.ai/funds/east-capital-group) — Series A, Series B
- RSE Ventures (https://capitalatlas.ai/funds/rse-ventures) — Series A, Series B
- Prudence (https://capitalatlas.ai/funds/prudence) — Series A, Series B
- Vanterra Capital — Series B