INTRODUCING RUMOR: THE PRIVATE NETWORK CONNECTING THE PEOPLE AND EXPERIENCES THAT SHAPE CULTURE.

All-in-one platform connects culture-makers with exclusive, off-market experiences

NEW YORK, May 1, 2025 /PRNewswire/ -- Have you heard the Rumor? The private network bridging the gap between event software, influencer networks, and high-profile event access, Rumor debuted last weekend as the all-in-one solution for curating, managing, and accessing exclusive cultural experiences.

From the powerhouse team behind the most sought-after events at Super Bowl weekend, Formula 1, Art Basel, and beyond - Rumor is a first-of-its-kind platform that unites guest management, event discovery, and industry connection with the goal of eliminating the fragmentation of the modern event landscape.

Its soft launch at Stagecoach, one of the year's most influential moments for music and brand marketing, set the tone with a slate of high-touch activations, including a buzzy afterparty hosted by PIZZASLIME, presented by Revolve and Casamigos, which drew over 1,000 curated guests. Following a teaser campaign on social media, Rumor amassed a waitlist of over 25,000+ people ahead of the official application rollout slated for Summer 2025.

"We repeatedly saw major brands struggle with the inefficiencies of traditional event coordination," says Josh Zipkowitz, CEO of Rumor. "From overlapping invites and missing contacts to the chaos of managing last-minute additions via spreadsheets and texts, it was clear that the industry lacked a system built with real cultural operators in mind."

Rumor isn't just another guest list tool - it's an operating system for high-impact  experiences, pioneering a new standard for real-time, high-trust connection across the cultural landscape. The platform merges CRM systems, guest communications, influencer directories, and exclusive event access into a single intuitive interface. Members no longer need to dig through inboxes or rely on direct messages on their personal social media to gain access to coveted invites. Hosts can finally manage the full lifecycle of an event with full clarity and control from curation to confirmation of guests, directly tackling the challenges that have historically made the VIP event planning process fragmented and inefficient.

"Rumor is a passport to where things are really happening. Stagecoach is just the beginning when it comes to creating a tighter feedback loop between experience makers and experience seekers," says Zipkowitz. "As we expand, our goal is to continue building tools to democratize the connectivity between high-value experiences and their ideal audiences without sacrificing exclusivity."

Zipkowitz's background in high-impact hospitality through Uncommon Entertainment, where he's produced experiences for some of the world's leading artists and brands including Drake, Kygo, and Post Malone, laid the foundation for Rumor. The app reflects his insider understanding of what today's gatekeepers, publicists, and talent need to orchestrate culture-shaping moments without friction.

ABOUT RUMOR
Rumor is the private network redefining cultural access. Designed for the world's most influential creators, tastemakers, and industry leaders, Rumor seamlessly connects members with exclusive, off-market experiences while empowering hosts with next-generation guest management tools. From high-profile events to private gatherings, Rumor ensures that the right people are in the right rooms—effortlessly. Founded by the team behind Uncommon Entertainment, the platform streamlines event discovery, invitations, and access, creating a frictionless ecosystem where influence meets opportunity.

To apply for early access, visit therumor.com and follow us on social @therumor.

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