T1 Entertainment & Sports
Overview
T1 Entertainment & Sports is a global esports joint venture that owns and operates the T1 League of Legends Champions Korea (LCK) team, along with teams in competitive gaming segments such as Valorant, PUBG, and more. Building upon the rich legacy of SK Telecom T1, T1 aims to expand its teams globally, celebrate new victories, and create more opportunities for fans to embrace T1’s gaming culture, content, and players worldwide. The organization focuses on investing in gaming and esports-related companies, with a particular emphasis on early-stage ventures. T1's investment strategy includes funding for Series A and Series B rounds, as well as growth and late-stage investments. The firm primarily operates in South Korea and the United States, reflecting its commitment to fostering the esports ecosystem in these regions. T1 Entertainment & Sports has a track record of significant investments, with disclosed funding rounds totaling between $10 million and $50 million. This financial backing supports the organization's mission to enhance its global presence and contribute to the development of the esports industry through strategic partnerships and investments.
Investment Focus
- Focus on gaming and esports-related companies
- Early-stage ventures
- Alignment with T1's global expansion goals
Portfolio Companies
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What sectors does T1 Entertainment & Sports invest in?
T1 Entertainment & Sports invests in Technology, Media, Gaming, Entertainment and Esports, and is based in Philadelphia, South Korea. T1 Entertainment & Sports is listed as a corporate vc in the ConnectSafely investor database.
What stage does T1 Entertainment & Sports invest at?
T1 Entertainment & Sports backs companies at Early Stage, Series A, Series B, Growth and Late Stage, writing cheques of 10M - 50M.
Which regions does T1 Entertainment & Sports invest in?
T1 Entertainment & Sports invests across United States and South Korea.
Who are the partners at T1 Entertainment & Sports?
Team members listed for T1 Entertainment & Sports include Seunghyun Kim (CFO) and Josh Ahn (COO).
What companies has T1 Entertainment & Sports invested in?
T1 Entertainment & Sports's portfolio includes T1 League of Legends Team, T1 Valorant Team and T1 PUBG Team.
How do I contact T1 Entertainment & Sports?
T1 Entertainment & Sports's contact details — including LinkedIn — are listed in the ConnectSafely investor database, along with its website and the LinkedIn profiles of its partners.
Last updated · Source: ConnectSafely investor database
