ABout Thomas Cooney
Thomas is a dynamic entrepreneur hailing from Birmingham, Alabama. His journey began during his high school years when he demonstrated his skills by successfully launching and managing his family’s business, Spiffy Design. A furniture warehouse and design firm, Spiffy Design rapidly grew into a regional powerhouse under Thomas’ guidance.
After completing his studies at Auburn University in 2022, Thomas embarked on a new venture as the COO and Co-Founder of Backr Sports. As the COO, he uses his previous experience and education in marketing and data analysis to spearhead strategic initiatives, drive growth and increase engagement.
Additionally, Thomas oversees the day-to-day operations and back-end development of the Backr Sports mobile application. Since its launch in November 2022, the platform has captured the attention and support of over 60,000 sports fans. Through his innovative vision and dedication, Thomas aims to propel Backr Sports into the forefront of the industry.
Thomas’ achievements extend beyond his professional endeavors. He actively engages in his community, participating in various philanthropic initiatives and leveraging the power of sports to make a positive impact on his local community.
About Backr:
Backr Sports is a media platform that helps fans connect with their favorite athletes. The platform provides users with a personalized feed of content, stats, highlights, and fantasy games all curated from the athletes they follow. Backr Sports is designed to help fans stay up to date with their idols on and off the field and to strengthen the relationships with the athletes they care about.
The Backr Sports platform is well-positioned to succeed in the rapidly changing sports media landscape. The company’s focus on individual athletes aligns with the changing fan behavior of Gen Z sports fans, who are choosing to follow athletes over teams.
ABOUT 20 IN THEIR 20’S POWERED BY SCCG
The SCCG brand values investing time and resources into finding the next generation of talent in the gaming industry. We have always believed that this practice is essential for the success and growth of SCCG and the industry as a whole. We are always on the lookout for candidates who demonstrate entrepreneurship, leadership, and creativity, as these qualities are essential for driving innovation and success in the gaming industry.
Being hand-picked by the SCCG panel as one of the top 20 people in the gambling industry under the age of 30 is a significant accomplishment. It means that our panel has recognized your talent, skills, and potential in the gambling industry and believes that you have the potential to make a significant impact in the field. This recognition can be a huge boost to your career, as it can open doors to new opportunities, recognition, and respect within the industry. It is likely that you will be given additional responsibilities and challenges to help you continue to grow and develop your skills, and you may also receive additional support and resources to help you succeed. Being selected as one of the top 20 people in the gambling industry under the age of 30 is a significant honor, and it is something that can set you apart from your peers and help you stand out in a competitive field.
May 16, 2023
