FoodFight

Playing for something just got even more interesting with our FoodFight partnership ??! We are fired up to transform and modernize the bar and restaurant experience for customers ??! Check out the full piece in Reuters here ?? https://lnkd.in/eVm4TDFP

We’re thrilled to announce our new partnership with Lucra Sports, a leader in white-label gamification software. Together, we’re reimagining the sports fan experience at bars and restaurants across the U.S. Through this collaboration, we’re integrating Lucra’s gamification suite into the FoodFight mobile app, allowing sports fans to challenge each other using food and drinks as currency instead of cash in a more seamless, safe and trusted way. Here’s what we’re bringing to the table: ?? Our venue and F&B brand partners can leverage FoodFight to enable fans to wager on live sports (free-to-play for rewards or discounts) and in-venue games (for food, drinks, or cash) in a trackable way. ?? The FoodFight Wallet allows users to win at one venue and spend at another. This partnership is a major step forward in the evolution of sports gaming,? hospitality, and "eater-tainment". We’re excited to continue working with Lucra to bring even more innovation to the industry and create lasting value for both our customers and partners. Thank you to Dylan Robbins and the team at Lucra!

? 7 DAYS UNTIL The Starties! The gaming industry awards for startups, by startups hits NYC next Wednesday, and as the kids say, it's gonna be lit. My friend and collaborator Travis Geiger has done a masterful job curating an experience that he describes as "a two-story interactive digital playground for the curious." Tickets are still available, but they're moving quick. We'd love to have you there, so snap yours up now ?? https://lnkd.in/gssu8-3D Starties szn has arrived! ?? Eberg Capital | Optimove | Defy the Odds | Sportradar | XST Capital Group LLC | GME Law | BettingStartups.com | WagerWire | FoodFight

We’re excited to announce our partnership with FoodFight, bringing digital competitions and gamification to bars and restaurants across the U.S.! What’s happening? ?? Lucra’s platform is being integrated into FoodFight’s mobile app, allowing fans to challenge each other with food & drinks as currency instead of cash. ?? Patrons can wager on Live Sports (free-to-play for discounts or rewards) or in-venue games (for cash or F&B) in a safe, seamless, and trackable way. ?? Introducing the "FoodFight Wallet"—users can win at one venue and spend at another! ?? "Losers Pay, Winners Eat!" This partnership brings FoodFight’s motto to life in a frictionless digital experience, turning friendly competition into real rewards for the casual fan. Why this matters: ? Lucra’s continued expansion into the hospitality sector, a key focus for 2025. ? Enhanced engagement—rematches, double-or-nothing, and digital challenges extend customer visits. ? Drives higher spending—turning passive sports bar viewers into active participants, no matter the score of the game on TV. This is a game-changer for F&B brands looking to increase foot traffic, retain customers longer, and drive more revenue. ?? Huge shoutout to the teams at Lucra Sports and FoodFight for making this happen. Special thanks to Filip Pacyna, Troy Lenihan and the FoodFight team—we're pumped to bring this to life together and kick off beta testing this summer! ?? Check out the press release here to learn more: https://lnkd.in/eGtGzsBv

I can't wait for The Starties.. An idea hatched late one night outside a bar has come to fruition thanks to Travis Geiger and some amazing sponsors. FoodFight has the privilege of sponsoring the charity act of the year award, which means I'll be standing proudly next to some of the best founders in the gaming space. See y'all soon.

?? New episode alert! Ep. 154 features Travis Geiger, who joins Jesse Learmonth in this special episode that zooms in on the upcoming Starties awards show on March 12. Hear them discuss: ?? Their reflections on the crazy journey in the last 30 days since The Starties were announced ?? A look into the 250+ nominations that were submitted for the 9 award categories ?? The creation of the?Starties Academy, and the inspiration behind creating?a voting committee to ensure fairness and transparency ?? The unique venue where The Starties will be held in NYC ?? An update on ticket availability (look below for a link to buy your ticket!) ?? The announcement of award finalists across each award category Full episode ?? ?? Youtube: https://lnkd.in/g9JChfTj ? Apple Podcasts: https://lnkd.in/gWQUrBhz ?? Spotify: https://lnkd.in/gyvKquj7 ??? General Admission tickets for The Starties are now on sale, with very limited capacity:?https://lnkd.in/gcS8Pg7F ?? Claim your?$200?discount on a Full Event Pass to NEXT.io - The World’s iGaming Community's Next Summit NYC with code?SB2NYC52:?https://lnkd.in/gf8v_cx3 -- This podcast is presented by Optimove, the #1 CRM Marketing solution for the iGaming industry. Since 2012, Optimove has served iGaming Operators from startups to industry leaders. Today, 4 out of the Top 5 US Operators Personalize Player Experiences with Optimove. iGaming operators know their growth journey begins and continues with Optimove, the #1 CRM Marketing solution for the iGaming industry.

??The Starties Finalists Are Here!???? The wait is over! We’re thrilled to announce the finalists for The Starties, the ultimate celebration of innovation in the gaming startup world. ?? A heartfelt thank you to everyone who nominated a startup and to every startup that was in consideration. The level of talent, creativity, and ambition in this space is truly inspiring. We also want to extend a big thank you to The Startie Academy for their thoughtful review of the nominees, and to our sponsors who made this dream come to life. ?? Winners will be revealed live on March 12, 2025, the first night of the NEXT.io - The World’s iGaming Community Summit in NYC.?Check out the full list of finalists here: Startup of the Year, presented by Eberg Capital - HotTakes - SPARKET - Wager Games Best Tech, presented by Sportradar Futures Hub - Blask - PROMOFY - ShotQuality Marketing Genius, presented by Optimove Ignite+ - LiveDuel - PlayerProps.ai - Verse Fantasy Defied The Odds, presented by Defy the Odds - EmpowerYourPlay - Five Star Fans (Techstars ‘24) - QueenBHive Launch of the Year, presented by BettingStartups.com - HotTakes - PlayerProps.ai - PROMOFY Best Collaboration, presented by WagerWire - Fiducia | AI - PlayerProps.ai - Plucky Charity Act, presented by FoodFight - BettorEdge - EmpowerYourPlay Coolest Cap Table, presented by GME Law - ALT Sports Data, Inc. - HotTakes - THNDR Best Bootstrapper, presented by XST Capital Group LLC - FantasySpin - Golden Whale - Linemate ?? We can’t wait to celebrate with you all in New York! ?? Details and tickets can be found on our site thestarties.com See you there!

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FoodFight is heading down to New Orleans for the big game and is hosting a full week of networking events! I lived in New Orleans and worked in the French Quarter service industry for 5 years and could not be more excited to be back. This is for friends, family, colleagues, or whoever wants to join. Check out where we'll be and RSVP if you're interested - https://tally.so/r/3x4zxd

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