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FlowPlay

Seattle, US · Founded 2007 · 84 employees on LinkedIn · 3 known investors

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FlowPlay develops online social and free-play games built around player communities. The company also runs charitable giving programs through donations, sponsorships, and fundraising partnerships.

ConsumerGamingSocial

Founders & leadership

FlowPlay was founded in 2007 by Douglas Pearson and Derrick Morton.

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Douglas PearsonCo-Founder and CTO2007–2025Douglas Pearson holds a Ph.D. in Computer Science from the University of Michigan and has spent over 30 years developing professional software in languages including Java, C++, and C#, with particular expertise in virtual game world architecture, massively multiplayer online systems, and mobile game development across multiple platforms.
DMDerrick Morton
Derrick MortonCo-founder · Chief Executive Officer2007–2023Derrick Morton has held executive and director roles at four startups that achieved acquisitions or IPOs, focusing on business development, product development, and general management.

Board

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Mike SladeBoard director
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Michael SchutzlerBoard director

Investors · 3

Western Technology Investmentlisted by Western Technology InvestmentPortola Valley

How we know: westerntech.com · Not right? Tell us

Intel CapitalreportedSanta Clara · $1M – $20M

How we know: a partner's Signal profile · Not right? Tell us

Reported raises · per SEC filings

Form D private placements

$500K disclosed across 1 round · 2012

▶$500KraisedFeb 2012 · 10 investors · Other Technology
Rule 506(b)
Officers, directors & promoters on the filing
  • Mike SladeDirector
  • Douglas PearsonExecutive Officer, Director, Promoter
  • Derrick MortonExecutive Officer, Director, Promoter
  • Michael SchutzlerDirector
Offering amount
$500K
Amount sold
$500K
First sale
Feb 2012
Incorporated
Corporation, Delaware
Federal exemptions
06
Full filing on SEC EDGAR ↗

Source: SEC EDGAR Form D. Amounts as filed; amended filings shown once at their latest values.

In the news

FlowPlay Surpasses $400,000 Milestone in Funds Raised for American Cancer Societyprnewswire.com · Nov 2021FlowPlay buys out investors as Seattle gaming startup sees revenue spike 50% amid pandemic — FlowPlay, Inc.flowplay.com · Dec 2020FlowPlay Crosses $250,000 Milestone in Funds Raised for American Cancer Society — FlowPlay, Inc.flowplay.com · Jul 2020FlowPlay Celebrates 10 Years of Creating Immersive Games and Online Communities, Building a Passionate Company Culture — FlowPlay, Inc.flowplay.com · Feb 2017

Frequently asked questions

What does FlowPlay do?
FlowPlay develops online social and free-play games built around player communities. The company also runs charitable giving programs through donations, sponsorships, and fundraising partnerships.
Who founded FlowPlay?
FlowPlay was founded by Douglas Pearson, Derrick Morton in 2007.
Who are FlowPlay's investors?
FlowPlay's investors include Agility Capital, Western Technology Investment, Intel Capital.
How much funding has FlowPlay raised?
FlowPlay has disclosed $500K raised across 1 round.
Where is FlowPlay headquartered?
FlowPlay is headquartered in Seattle, US.