Core Insights - Kustom Entertainment is accelerating its strategic pivot to a pure-play entertainment model, focusing exclusively on live events and proprietary ticketing [1][3] - TicketSmarter, a subsidiary of Kustom Entertainment, has been recognized as one of the 10 Best Ticket Resale Sites of 2026 by Forbes Advisor, highlighting its competitive advantages in the ticketing market [2][3] Company Developments - Kustom Entertainment has successfully divested non-core assets, including its revenue-cycle management business, to concentrate on its ticketing platform and live event production [3] - The company has entered into a non-binding Memorandum of Understanding with Cycurion, Inc. to divest its legacy video solutions division, further aligning with its strategic focus [3] - The flagship event, Country Stampede Music Festival, is celebrating its 30th anniversary in June 2026, which the company plans to leverage for expanding its nationwide event production and integrated ticketing services [6] TicketSmarter Highlights - TicketSmarter is recognized for its pricing transparency, strong buyer protections, and low seller commissions, making it a competitive player in the $100 billion global live entertainment market [2][7] - The platform offers a 100% Ticket Guarantee, ensuring fans receive valid tickets or a full refund if an event is canceled and not rescheduled [7] - TicketSmarter's seller-friendly model features commissions as low as 10% for returning sellers, significantly lower than many competitors [7]
KUSTOM ENTERTAINMENT'S TICKETSMARTER NAMED AMONG "10 BEST TICKET RESALE SITES OF 2026" BY FORBES ADVISOR