Co-founder Lewis Burik transitions to President; company closes funding round to accelerate consumer product investment
CHICAGO, July 14, 2026 /PRNewswire/ -- DubClub, the destination where sports handicappers ("cappers") and fans Win More Together, today announced the appointment of Ed Silva as Chief Executive Officer and the closing of a funding round from existing investors Uncork Capital, Renegade Partners, and Will Ventures.
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