PlayUp
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PlayUp operates online sports betting and horse racing (racebook) apps in the United States, offering wagering to bettors in states including New Jersey and Colorado. Its racebook product is available across 27 states.
Founders & leadership
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Winston GilesFounderWinston Giles is founder of PlayUp, which operates online sports betting and horse racing wagering apps in the United States. He previously founded and directed PlayUp Music, a global music rights clearance and licensing agency, and worked as a DJ, music producer, and designer.
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Chad BarrettFounderChad Barrett is a former professional cricketer with nine years of experience at the highest level and holds a First-Class Honours degree in Sports Psychology with a specialisation in cricket. He co-founded PlayUp, a sports betting and racebook platform, where he oversees product development and stakeholder engagement.
Investors · 2
Also in the syndicate · 1
Investorlink Securitieslead
Funding
SEC filings, press & company announcements$25M disclosed across 1 of 2 rounds · 2020
- Undisclosed amountfunding roundNov 2020
Investorlink Securities (lead)
Source ↗ - $25MraisedNov 2020 · 2 sourcesSource ↗
Source: company announcements and press reports — follow each round's link for the claim.
Frequently asked questions
- What does PlayUp do?
- PlayUp operates online sports betting and horse racing (racebook) apps in the United States, offering wagering to bettors in states including New Jersey and Colorado. Its racebook product is available across 27 states.
- Who founded PlayUp?
- PlayUp was founded by Winston Giles, Daniel Simic, Chad Barrett.
- Who are PlayUp's investors?
- PlayUp's investors include Beachhead Venture Capital.
- How much funding has PlayUp raised?
- PlayUp has disclosed $25M raised across 1 of its 2 known rounds.
