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Security Type
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SAFE
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Categories
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Technology
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Min Investment
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$100
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Offering Date
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August 17, 2018
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Expected Close Date
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December 31, 2018
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Target Raise
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$25.00K-$1.07M
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Deal Notes
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- Type of security: Crowd Safe · Learn more
- Discount: 20%
- Valuation cap: $10,000,000
- Minimum investment: $100
- Funding goal: $25,000 – $1,070,000
Company Description
There's simply nothing like being there. Whether that means sitting in the stands while your favorite team wins the championship as confetti rains down or standing in the crowd as you and your friends sing along to your favorite artist’s last song at a sell out concert. Unfortunately, due to the fact that so many people want to “be there”, ticket scalping and ticket fraud are problems that fans have to deal with all across the globe. This isn’t just about sports. Nearly 5 million people a year receive fake tickets to concerts, sporting events and theme parks...and that’s just domestically. Ultimately, with fans having dozens of options to find tickets to their favorite live events, teams and artists need to find a way to verify the authenticity of tickets regardless of where fans purchase. The future of ticketing isn’t exclusive partnerships or requiring fans to purchase through one specific app. The future of ticketing is increased distribution, allowing fans to buy tickets however and wherever they want. The future of ticketing is safe, simple, and secure. Bandwagon is an analytics company that uses data, and our proprietary blockchain technology, to help teams and event organizers eliminate ticket fraud and while increasing fan engagement.
Perks
Invest $150 - Your name will be listed on our website under Investors. You can choose to not have your name listed.
Invest $500 - Personalized update and thank you video from the founder and CEO (and previous perk).
Invest $750 - Embroidered BANDWAGON polo (and your choice of any previous perk).
Invest $1,000 - A 30-minute video call with our Founder (and your choice of any previous perk).
Invest $2,500 - A one-on-one meeting with the Founder at our Headquarters! Travel not included (and your choice of any previous perk).
Invest $5,000 - Dinner with our Founder and team in Greenville, Austin, Los Angeles, or San Francisco. Travel not included (and your choice of any previous perk).
Invest $15,000 - A BANDWAGON team member will throw you + 5 guests a tailgate party in Austin, TX or Greenville, SC (or within 100 miles of either city). Travel not included.
Invest $25,000 - Invitation to dinner with our Founder and one of our advisors of your choice. Travel not included.
Invest $50,000 - A seat on our Advisory Board and dinner with one of our Strategic Advisors in Austin, Greenville, or San Francisco. Travel not included.
Key Deal Facts
Eliminates ticket fraud and connects teams and artists with fans
Over 1.1 Million tickets processed, powered by blockchain
Increased first customer's fan data
IBM Global Entrepreneurship Program member
Use of Proceeds
- 6% Intermediary fees
- 4.67% Campaign marketing expenses
- 72% Research and development
- 14% General marketing
- 3.3% Attorney and accountant fees
Management Team / Advisory Board Bios
Harold Hughes
Founder, CEO
The visionary and team captain behind BANDWAGON, Harold brings a wealth of experience from his time in sales and business development in corporate America and as a passionate sports fan. And it doesn’t hurt that our fearless leader can work a room.
Samotria Holmes
COO
With years of experience leading large teams and overseeing accounts for clients worth millions at a Fortune 1000 company, Samotria has just the background to put our mission into action and ensure that we are bringing real value to our customers.
Arshad Syed
CTO
With over 25 years of experience, Arshad is the technology enthusiast who brings the BANDWAGON vision to life…he keeps all the behind the scenes gears running so that all our clients see is a clean, sleek and innovate product.
Dr. Carri Allen Jones
Strategic Advisor, Investor
Her background includes work as a physician, data scientist and entrepreneur. She also advises Aris MD, Xperiel, Ceek VR and Ceek Global Innovations and has a demonstrated background in informatics/predictive analytics and strategy.
Mellie Price
Strategic Advisor, Investor
Mellie is the inaugural Executive Director, Commercialization at the Dell Medical School at the University of Texas. She founded Front Gate Tickets, one of the largest privately held ticketing companies before it was sold to Live Nation.
Orlando Jones
Strategic Advisor
In an unconventional career spanning 30 years, Orlando Jones is best known for his indelible performances on screen and stage. Dubbed the King of Fandom by MTV, he has also established himself as an influential force within the fandom universe.
Hampton Smith
Director of Data Architecture & Services
The brains behind our proprietary blockchain technology, Hampton is responsible for our secret sauce, the data. From his experience at Google and as an indie video game developer, Hampton knows his stuff…and that helps our clients know their fans.
Kim Klafczynski
Head of Sales & Biz Dev
Kim is our "Weapon X". A SaaS sales expert that has experience as a startup founder, Kim understands how to work with our customers and partners to uncover their true business needs. As a thoughtful listener, Kim is a key asset to our team.
La-Vaughnda Taylor
Director of Brand Strategy, General Cousnel
With a background steeped in the sports and entertainment worlds, La-Vaughnda helps mold the BANDWAGON image and fulfilment of our brand promise of ultimately enhancing the overall game day experience for our clients and ultimately the fans.
Anthony Goodin
Interim CFO
Entrepreneurial-minded executive with experience leading business and financial operations. Proven leader with passion for inspiring a culture of growth, collaborating as a team, and capitalizing on opportunities.
Deal Notes
- Type of security: Crowd Safe · Learn more
- Discount: 20%
- Valuation cap: $10,000,000
- Minimum investment: $100
- Funding goal: $25,000 – $1,070,000