Atlanta Esports Ventures
| Company type | Private |
|---|---|
| Industry | Venture capital, Esports |
| Founded | 2018 |
| Headquarters | Atlanta , United States |
Key people | Paul Hamilton (President and CEO) |
| Products | Ownership of esports teams (Atlanta Reign, FaZe Vegas) |
| Website | www |
Atlanta Esports Ventures (AEV) is a United States-based venture capital organization formed through a collaboration between Cox Enterprises and Province, Inc. The company holds ownership in the Las Vegas esports team FaZe Vegas, which competes in the Call of Duty League.
History
AEV was established in 2018 as a joint effort between Cox Enterprises, an international conglomerate headquartered in Atlanta, Georgia, and Province Inc., a financial consulting firm located in Las Vegas. Paul Hamilton, drawing on his background with Cox, was named president and CEO.
Atlanta Reign
On August 2, 2018, AEV secured an expansion franchise slot in the Overwatch League from Activision Blizzard for a price estimated between $30 million and $60 million. This acquisition led to the creation of the Atlanta Reign, marking the first official esports team representing Atlanta. In October 2019, AEV invested approximately million to acquire a dedicated headquarters for the Reign in Atlanta. The team announced its dissolution on November 10, 2023.
Atlanta FaZe / FaZe Vegas
On May 2, 2019, Activision Blizzard revealed that Atlanta Esports Ventures had purchased one of the initial five franchise positions for the Call of Duty League, with franchise fees near $25 million. Collaborating with FaZe Clan, AEV introduced the team as the Atlanta FaZe in October 2019 to enhance Atlanta’s esports footprint. In September 2025, the franchise moved to Las Vegas and rebranded as FaZe Vegas, reflecting a strategic shift within the esports market.
External links
- Atlanta Esports Ventures (official website)