Whalar Group, a company that connects social media influencers with sponsorship opportunities, has successfully raised capital from a group of investors, achieving a valuation of $400 million.
According to a statement released by the New York-based Whalar on Thursday, the investment round included Salesforce Inc. Chief Executive Officer Marc Benioff as a key participant.
“Whalar Group, which helps social-media stars find sponsorship deals, raised money from a group of investors including Salesforce Inc. Chief Executive Officer Marc Benioff at a valuation of $400 million.”
Other notable investors in this funding round include Neal H. Moritz, the producer behind the popular “The Fast and the Furious” film franchise, and the e-commerce giant Shopify Inc.
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The $400 million valuation was confirmed by a spokesperson for Whalar.
This significant investment underscores the growing importance and value of the influencer marketing industry and positions Group for further expansion and development within this dynamic market.