Eventbrite (NYSE:EB) is a global event management and ticketing platform that enables organizers to create, promote and sell tickets for live and virtual experiences. The company’s software-as-a-service platform offers tools for event registration, ticketing, seating allocation and on-site check-in, allowing users to handle everything from small community gatherings to large-scale festivals through a single interface.
Beyond basic ticket sales, Eventbrite provides integrated marketing and analytics solutions designed to help hosts grow attendance and engage audiences. Organizers can leverage promotion tools such as email campaigns, social media sharing and referral incentives, while gaining real-time insights into ticket sales, attendance trends and attendee demographics. The platform also supports hybrid and online events, integrating with popular streaming services and video conferencing solutions to accommodate virtual audiences.
Founded in San Francisco in 2006 by Kevin Hartz, Julia Hartz and Renaud Visage, Eventbrite has evolved from a start-up ticketing site into a publicly traded company. The firm completed its initial public offering on the New York Stock Exchange in 2018 under the ticker symbol EB. Since then, it has continued to expand its feature set and strategic integrations, focusing on seamless user experiences for both event creators and attendees.
Eventbrite serves a diverse array of markets across North America, Europe, Latin America and parts of Asia and Australia, supporting events in more than 180 countries. Headquartered in San Francisco, the company is led by cofounder and CEO Julia Hartz, who oversees a global team dedicated to innovation in event technology and customer support. Through ongoing product enhancements and regional partnerships, Eventbrite aims to streamline the event lifecycle for organizers of all sizes.
