Seahawks QB Russell Wilson gets billionaire backing for his new app connecting celebrities and superfans

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https://techcrunch.com/2017/09/08/seahawks-qb-russell-wilson-gets-billionaire-backing-for-his-new-app-connecting-celebrities-and-superfans/

The vision that Wilson’s laid out has attracted some top-tier investors from the Seattle area, including its best known billionaire, Jeff Bezos, through his Bezos Expeditions fund. Alibaba co-founder Joe Tsai, and YouTube co-founder Chad Hurley are also investors in the new venture.

 

In all, Wilson managed to round up $9 million in initial funding from the app.

“We think there’s a gap for the most passionate fans out there,” said LeeKeenan, in a statement. “Our vision for TraceMe is to define a new category for superfan engagement. When the floodlights are shut off at a big game or a sell-out show, the smartphone offers the best place for a superfan to immerse themselves in the worlds of their favorite artists, athletes, and entertainers. We want to give them the VIP experience they’ve always dreamed of.”