SeatGeek

SeatGeek

Event ticket search engine and platform

About SeatGeek

Simplify's Rating
Why SeatGeek is rated
C+
Rated C on Competitive Edge
Rated B on Growth Potential
Rated C on Differentiation

Industries

Consumer Software

Entertainment

Company Size

501-1,000

Company Stage

Series E

Total Funding

$403.8M

Headquarters

New York City, New York

Founded

2009

Overview

SeatGeek operates as a major event ticket search engine, allowing users to search for, compare, and purchase tickets for a wide range of events, including concerts, theater performances, comedy shows, and sports events. The platform aggregates ticket listings from various sellers, enabling users to easily compare prices and seating options to find the best deals. This user-friendly interface sets SeatGeek apart from its competitors in the ticketing market. The company earns revenue primarily through commissions on ticket sales, as well as through advertising and partnerships with event organizers and venues. SeatGeek aims to enhance the ticket-buying experience for consumers while helping event organizers reach a larger audience.

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Significant Headcount Growth
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Simplify's Take

What believers are saying

  • Partnerships with major events like Breeders' Cup enhance SeatGeek's market presence.
  • Mobile ticketing growth presents an opportunity for SeatGeek to expand its platform.
  • AI integration can improve SeatGeek's Deal Score and user recommendations.

What critics are saying

  • Increased competition from Vivid Seats may impact SeatGeek's market share.
  • Regulatory scrutiny in the ticketing industry could affect SeatGeek's operations.
  • Economic pressures on consumer spending may reduce ticket sales.

What makes SeatGeek unique

  • SeatGeek's Deal Score offers unique value assessment for event tickets.
  • The Columbus event calendar personalizes event discovery based on user preferences.
  • SeatGeek's user-friendly interface simplifies ticket comparison and purchase.

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Funding

Total Funding

$403.8M

Above

Industry Average

Funded Over

7 Rounds

Notable Investors:
Series E funding typically includes additional rounds after Series D if the company needs more capital. The business is usually stable, and these rounds are typically used for further expansion or to address market challenges.
Series E Funding Comparison
Above Average

Industry standards

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Benefits

Health insurance coverage

paid time off

Matching 401k program

Parental leave

Monthly ticket-purchase stipend for live events

Paid for subscriptions to services like One Medical, Ginger.io and Headspace

Team events

Flexible work environment - work remote or in the office as you please

Home office stipend

Growth & Insights and Company News

Headcount

6 month growth

3%

1 year growth

5%

2 year growth

4%
Sportcal
Apr 11th, 2025
US Senators call for DOJ investigation into Ticketmaster-Fanatics partnership

Ticketmaster competes with StubHub, SeatGeek, Vivid Seats, and numerous others and is in no way the leading secondary ticket seller, as the Senators' letter suggests.

SeatGeek
Mar 31st, 2025
SeatGeek Taps Hospitality and Tech Veteran David Adelman as EVP of Clients & Partners

NEW YORK, NY - March 31, 2025 - SeatGeek, the high-growth technology platform transforming the live event experience for fans, teams, and venues, today announced the hiring of David Adelman as EVP of Clients & Partners.

Thoroughbred Daily News
Mar 11th, 2025
Del Mar Partners With SeatGeek To Offer New Seating And Pricing Options For 2025 Breeders' Cup

Del Mar and SeatGeek have partnered to provide new seating and pricing options for the 2025 Breeders' Cup, the track announced via a press release Tuesday.

PR Newswire
Mar 11th, 2025
Seating Options And Pricing Unveiled For 2025 Breeders' Cup World Championships At Del Mar

Fans Encouraged to Register for Special Presale Access and Create SeatGeek Account Ahead of April 23 On-Sale DateLEXINGTON, Ky., March 11, 2025 /PRNewswire/ -- A variety of seating options for the 2025 Breeders' Cup World Championships were unveiled today on BreedersCup.com as Thoroughbred racing's iconic international festival returns Oct. 31-Nov. 1 to Del Mar Thoroughbred Club in Del Mar, Calif. While tickets for the general public go on sale April 23 at Noon ET/9:00 a.m. PT, fans may browse ticket options and pricing today and are encouraged to register for presale access now at BreedersCup.com/2025.The 42nd running of the World Championships will feature the world's best horses, owners, breeders, trainers, and jockeys in pursuit of 14 Grade 1 races and robust undercards during a two-day festival worth more than $34 million in purses and awards.As part of a new multi-year partnership with SeatGeek, the Breeders' Cup will leverage cutting-edge technology to enhance the ticketing purchasing process and create a more seamless and memorable on-site experience. New for 2025, in order to purchase tickets to the World Championships, fans must have a SeatGeek account, which may be created for free at SeatGeek.com/#register

PR Newswire
Feb 13th, 2025
2025 Breeders' Cup World Championships Tickets Go On Sale April 23

SeatGeek Partners with Breeders' Cup to Elevate Ticketing Experience as World Championships Return Oct. 31-Nov. 1 to Del MarLEXINGTON, Ky., Feb. 13, 2025 /PRNewswire/ -- Tickets for the 42nd running of the Breeders' Cup World Championships will go on sale to the general public on Wednesday, April 23, with the event returning Oct. 31-Nov. 1 to Del Mar Thoroughbred Club in Del Mar, Calif

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