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Glorious Announces Strategic Growth Investment From Francisco Partners

PRIVATENov 09, 2022

Round Type

Venture

DallasGamingVideo Games

Description

Glorious, a lifestyle PC gaming hardware brand specializing in high-performance PC gaming peripherals, today announced a strategic growth investment from Francisco Partners (“FP”), a leading global investment firm that specializes in partnering with technology businesses. As part of today’s announcement, Glorious is also announcing the appointment of Pat Wachendorf as CEO, succeeding Glorious’ founder, Shazim Mohammad. Mr. Mohammad will remain a significant equity holder in the Company following the transaction.

Quick answer

Glorious raised an undisclosed amount in a funding round, dated November 9, 2022. Glorious is based in Dallas, Georgia, United States.

How much did Glorious raise?
Glorious raised an undisclosed amount in a funding round on November 9, 2022.
What does Glorious do?
WHO IS GLORIOUS? Glorious is a lifestyle gaming hardware company, built by passionate enthusiasts on a mission to change the status quo of an industry that we think is in dire need of a shake-up.
Where is Glorious based and how big is it?
Glorious is based in Dallas, Georgia, United States.

Source: Fundz verified event record.

Who else raised in Gaming and Video Games around the same time

Companies in the same sectors as Glorious that raised within 45 days of this round, from Fundz verified event records.

  • Midnight raised an undisclosed amount (Funding Round) on December 2, 2022.
  • DRX raised an undisclosed amount (Corporate Round) on December 2, 2022.
  • Fleek raised $25M (Funding Round) on December 1, 2022.
  • HitBox Games raised $1.6M (Seed) on November 30, 2022.
  • Midnight raised an undisclosed amount (Funding Round) on November 25, 2022.
  • Fenix Games raised $150M (Funding Round) on November 24, 2022.

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Company Information

Company

Glorious

Location

Dallas, Georgia, United States

About

WHO IS GLORIOUS? Glorious is a lifestyle gaming hardware company, built by passionate enthusiasts on a mission to change the status quo of an industry that we think is in dire need of a shake-up. We want to help enthusiast & professional gamers ascend their ‘battlestation’ with the best quality gear possible and reasonable prices. PERFECT PRODUCTS FOR A PERFECT BATTLESTATION We believe that buying gaming gear shouldn’t be complicated. With a focus on form, function, and aesthetics, we painstakingly perfect each product we sell so our customers can be confident that every purchase is the right one. By embracing a philosophy of continuous improvement, we can keep all of our products at the forefront of technology without needing to offer a dizzying number of options. A LIFESTYLE GAMING COMPANY For some gaming is a hobby, for others, it’s a way of life. To date, we've taken no outside investment and spend little on advertising. We've grown through the support of a rapidly growing community of enthusiasts & professionals who demand perfection and appreciate receiving the respect we give to them. But whether a casual hobbyist or e-sports pro, we want to provide every gamer the chance to play at the highest possible level. With millions around the world now part of the Glorious legion, we're well on our way to achieving our goal. Glorious is based in Dallas, Texas, USA.

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