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Who owns Klutch Sports Group?
Klutch Sports Group is a private company. United Talent Agency (UTA) took a significant stake in Klutch in 2019, making founder Rich Paul a partner in UTA and head of UTA Sports. UTA declined to disclose the value of the stake but called it significant. Klutch continues to operate independently from UTA. UTA's largest outside shareholder is Swedish private equity firm EQT.

Is Klutch Sports Group publicly traded?
No. Klutch Sports Group is a private company. United Talent Agency holds a significant stake, and Rich Paul remains the founder and CEO. The agency does not file public financial reports. Klutch operates as a limited liability company headquartered in Los Angeles.

When was Klutch Sports Group founded?
Klutch Sports Group was founded in 2012 by Rich Paul. Paul, who grew up in Cleveland, Ohio, had known LeBron James since his teenage years. Paul founded Klutch to represent James and built the agency into a multi-sport representation firm handling NBA, NFL, and MLB athletes.

What is Klutch's ranking among sports agencies?
Klutch ranked fifth on the Forbes 2025 Most Valuable Sports Agencies list with approximately $351 million in maximum commissions. Forbes estimates for Klutch include contracts negotiated by ROOF, the European soccer agency acquired by Klutch. The agency ranked behind CAA, Wasserman, Excel Sports Management, and Octagon.

Who does Klutch Sports represent?
Klutch Sports Group represents NBA stars including LeBron James, Anthony Davis, Draymond Green, Ben Simmons, and John Wall. The agency represents NFL clients including Jarvis Landry, Melvin Gordon, and Alvin Kamara through its acquisition of Revolution Sports Agency. Klutch also represents MLB clients through its acquisition of Tidal Sports Group and soccer clients through ROOF.

How did the UTA partnership work?
United Talent Agency took a significant stake in Klutch Sports Group in 2019. Rich Paul became a partner in UTA and head of UTA Sports, a newly formed division. Klutch continues to operate independently but works with UTA to expand client deals beyond sports into entertainment and media. Paul was appointed to the UTA Board of Directors in 2020, becoming the first Black board member.

Where is Klutch Sports Group headquartered?
Klutch Sports Group is headquartered in Los Angeles, California, USA. The agency was originally based in Cleveland, Ohio, near founder Rich Paul's hometown, before relocating to Los Angeles. Klutch employs approximately 135 people across six countries, including the United States, the United Kingdom, Japan, the Dominican Republic, and Turkey.

What is Rich Paul's role?
Rich Paul is the founder and Chief Executive Officer of Klutch Sports Group. He also serves as head of UTA Sports, the sports division of United Talent Agency, and as a member of the UTA Board of Directors. Paul was named GQ's Power Broker of the Year in 2019 and appeared on the cover of Sports Illustrated as The King Maker.