Grid Finder is a high-growth esports start-up connecting online racing communities across PlayStation, Xbox, and PC.
Funding Received:
- £100,000 equity investment
Impact of Funding:
- Catalysed £325,000 in private match investment and additional soft commitments.
- Enabled the hiring of two developers and marketing staff.
- Strengthened credibility, attracting further investment and facilitating acquisition.
- Acquired by RAFA Racing Club (USA) in a multi-million-pound deal in January 2024.
- Now part of a global motorsports portfolio with opportunities for growth and innovation.
Founder’s Perspective:
“Creative UK’s equity investment was essentially a catalyst for our acquisition. Their support was transparent, patient, and incredibly helpful throughout the process.” - Tom Bunten, Founder of Grid Finder
Read more: Grid Finder - first business to receive equity investment from the North of Tyne Culture and Creative Investment Programme to tune of £100k - Creative UK
Grid Finder CEO Thomas Stapley-Bunten: “Creative UK’s equity investment was essentially a catalyst for our acquisition.” - Creative UK