InterTalent, the UK talent representative agency whose clients have included the likes of Kelly Brook, Mel B, Joan Collins, Boy George, Pixie Lott and Vinnie Jones, have decided that they want to expand their horizons and move into the esports industry. To enable them to do that, the company has founded a new business XU […]
UK-based entertainment talent agency InterTalent has announced a new business venture, esports talent agency XU Esports. The new agency is a full-service agency that will look to provide representation for esports and gaming talent. RELATED: SPORTFIVE teams up with Bad Moon Talent According to a release, the newly-founded agency already has a number of esports […]
Finovate’s celebration of Women’s History Month continues with this conversation with Meghan Lapides, who recently became Chief People Officer for SmartAsset. Founded in 2021, SmartAsset is an online hub for consumer-focused financial information and advice. The company reaches approximately 75 million people each month via its educational content, personalized financial calculators, and other tools. SmartAsset Read more...
Game developer Moonton Technology and esports managment and production company Esports Middle East (ESME) have announced a partnership for the upcoming Mobile Legends: Bang Bang tournament series Mobile Legends: Bang Bang Professional League Middle East and North Africa Series (MLBB MENA). The two companies will work on organising the MENA-focused series, which will be divided […]
Blockchain gaming and esports organisation BAYZ has appointed Gui Barbosa, formerly of TikTok, as its new Managing Director. As part of his role, Barbosa will oversee BAYZ’s business operations including partnerships, marketing, content and talent management. RELATED: BAYZ closes $4m seed funding round Prior to joining BAYZ, Barbosa held the position of Head of Gaming Partnerships […]
Although it’s only the very beginning of 2021, there have already been some game-changing mergers and acquisitions that have occurred. From ESL and FACEIT’s merger to Microsoft’s purchase of Activision Blizzard, the year has already provided some unpredictable moments within esports and gaming. Esports Insider has compiled a list of the top January investment stories. […]
The esports industry is a young one. Despite that, it struggles with many of the same issues much older industries face, including where diversity and inclusion sit on the corporate agenda. To discuss that issue and possible answers, Esports Insider sat down with Mitsouko Anderson and Nick Williams of DotX Talent, the new business venture […]
Esports-focused venture capital company RightBridge Ventures AB has acquired a majority stake in esports marketing and talent management agency KNACKS. RightBridge now owns 62% of KNACKS, with the option to increase its ownership to up to 65% in the future. As part of RightBridge, KNACKS will continue to grow its operations in Asia, Latin America […]
London-based law firm Morgan Sports Law (MSL) has launched esports and gaming talent management agency DotX Talent. According to the release, the agency will offer a range of career support opportunities to content creators, professional players and broadcast talent. RELATED: Prodigy Agency announces new hires for North American team Alongside services such as contract negotiations, the […]
