RANT. Darren Rovell Still Doesn’t Get It + Sports Card Shops in Trouble
Darren Rovell, a notable sports business reporter, launched CLLCT.com, a new media platform dedicated to the sports collectibles market. This venture is designed to provide in-depth coverage and analysis of the collectibles industry, offering a blend of journalistic integrity, exclusive insights, and captivating storytelling aimed at both novice and veteran collectors. CLLCT has raised $4 million in funding from various investors, including Bolt Venture, Eberg Capital, and Phoenix Capital Ventures, among others (Barrett Media) (Front Office Sports) (Awful Announcing).
CLLCT intends to fill a gap in the market by being a one-stop shop for collectibles news, covering everything from sports memorabilia to broader collectibles topics. The platform promises to deliver quality journalism and act as an advocate for collectors, ensuring transparency and uncovering industry malpractices (Barrett Media) (Awful Announcing).