Late last week, Georgia Governor Brian Kemp announced that PrizePicks, one of the largest daily fantasy sports operators in North America, would be opening its new 33,000-square-foot headquarters in Atlanta, which will invest $25 million and expand its workforce in the state by 1,000 new jobs over the next seven years.
“Georgia continues to be a driver of tech growth and innovation, attracting innovative companies with its unique mix of talent and infrastructure,” said Kemp. “Today’s announcement is a reminder of our strength in both welcoming new projects as well as creating an atmosphere where existing businesses can expand and thrive. I look forward to seeing the impact of these thousand jobs on the Atlanta community.”
According to the Inc. 5000 2023 rankings, PrizePicks is the fastest-growing sports company in North America. It was also named a top 10 innovative company by the Technology Association of Georgia in 2023 and was recognized as a Top Workplace by the Atlanta Journal Constitution.
“Atlanta has always been our home, where we are redefining mobile sports entertainment,” said Adam Wexler, PrizePicks Co-founder and CEO. “This move to Star Metals will help us create more high-skilled and high-wage jobs in our great city while we deepen our connections across the community.”
“PrizePicks is a very welcome addition to the growing innovation ecosystem on the Westside of Atlanta, one that continues to build momentum and provide employment for city residents,” said Dr. Eloisa Klementich, President and CEO of Invest Atlanta. “The exciting thing about investments like this is the opportunity to continue to connect Atlanta’s Westside communities with new employment centers and the amenities that emerge in a growing area. PrizePicks’ new headquarters is expected to make an $885 million economic impact on the city.”
