Alodia Gosiengfiao, the gaming and cosplay sensation and co-founder of Tier One Entertainment, shocked fans and the esports community with her sudden departure announcement.
WhenInManila tells us that the news broke on Thursday, November 23, when Alodia took to social media to drop the bombshell that she is parting ways with the company she helped build from the ground up.
Tier One Co-Founder Alodia Leaves Tier One
Alodia's heartfelt post on Facebook expressed both the challenges and rewards of the journey with Tier One, but the bombshell was in the revelation that the company's visions and values no longer align with hers.
It is the kind of news that leaves fans scrambling for answers, and in the comments section, Alodia made it clear - no, she's not pregnant.
Tier One Entertainment, however, responded with a nod of support and gratitude on their official socials, acknowledging Alodia's pivotal role in their ascent to the top of the esports scene.
The company expressed thanks for her dedication and time, emphasizing the importance of finding a professional space where values align.
Thank you, Alodia 🖤 pic.twitter.com/AwIoQDlp00
— Tier One Entertainment (@TrulyTopTier) November 23, 2023
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Tier One Entertainment
For those unfamiliar, Tier One Entertainment, founded in 2017 by Alodia Gosiengfiao, Tryke Gutierrez, and Brian Lim, has been a key player in the Southeast Asian esports and gaming scene and was dubbed the 'first gaming and esports talent agency.'
The company's Blacklist International esports teams competing in Call of Duty: Mobile, PUBG, Mobile Legends: Bang Bang, Dota 2, and Garena Free Fire has become a force to be reckoned with, and their expansion to countries like Malaysia, Myanmar, and Vietnam has solidified their presence in the region.
One of the standout moments in Tier One's journey was the launch of Blacklist International in 2020, following the absorption of Evos' Mobile Legends roster.
The company did not stop there; in 2021, they secured pre-Series A funding through Gobi Partners and inked deals with Japanese internet firm KAYAC and the Warner Music Group, marking their entry into the Japanese market.
Fan Speculations
Now, the burning question on everyone's mind is: Why the sudden split? Fans flooded the comments section with reactions ranging from sadness to confusion.
One fan aptly summed up the sentiment, "Tier One isn't Tier One anymore without you. Thanks for the memories, Boss A." Another sought more clarity on the misalignment of visions and values, echoing the sentiments of the community: "What is happening????"
The departure of Alodia Gosiengfiao undoubtedly leaves a void in Tier One Entertainment, and fans are left eagerly anticipating the company's next move.
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