About Us
Founded in 2017 from the enduring spirit of overcoming obstacles, Team WaR has quickly ascended the ranks in the world of esports and gaming. Embracing the timeless mantra ‘Veni Vidi Vici’, we face each challenge head-on, turning battles into victories. Our record boasts 18 championships in renowned games like Call of Duty and Halo. Our influence echoes far and wide, rallying a loyal community of over 400,000 followers across various social platforms with millions of impressions. Team WaR is more than a gaming organization. It’s a testament to resilience and a celebration of triumph over adversity. Our content creators connect with fans through daily live streams, offering a front-row seat to the thrilling world of gaming and entertainment. Complementing our digital presence, we’ve curated a line of stylish, streetwear-inspired merchandise for our fans to wear their support with pride. So, join us on this journey as we strive to win not just the battles, but the war. Are you #ReadyForWaR?
MANAGEMENT
KEVIN
“SURGE”
PICHARDO
CEO
Graduated from California State University, Long Beach with a B.S. in Business Administration, Finance. He has five years of experience in the Finance industry, having worked at Comerica Bank as a Portfolio Manager in Wealth Management. Prior to that, he led a YouTube channel with emphasis in Call of Duty content, leading a staff of 30 personnel from Content Creators to Editors to Graphic Designers.
MIGUEL
“KNOWLEDGE”
PERAZA
FOUNDER & CO-OWNER
Graduated from University of California, Berkeley with a B.A. in Sociology. Worked in education for 5 years as a teacher, tutor and mentor before starting a successful YouTube channel (Gamer’s Little Playground) which has accumulated over 2.7 million subscribers and 1 billion views. Manages 2 more YouTube channels with 375k and 100k subscribers respectively. Deeply experienced in the gaming world, working directly with gaming companies such as Sony, Ubisoft, Bethesda and CD Projekt Red.
MALEE
“BANDITT”
MABANDIT
VICE PRESIDENT
Graduated from Cal State Long Beach with a B.S. in Marketing. Holds over five years of experience in retail sales and customer service, but transitioned into the corporate world working in AdTech as a Team Lead of Campaign Management for Consumer Electronics, Apparel & Toys. She has been leading a team of her own, in addition to managing over 50+ accounts with large budgets for Tier 1 brands such as Google, Microsoft, Samsung, Dyson, Bissell, LG, and Nintendo.
DEWI
“DEWI”
THOMAS
LEAD DESIGNER
‘Making it pop’ is second nature to Dewi since joining the team in 2020. As a branding specialist and award-winning graphic designer, he has elevated our branding by introducing brand guidelines and leading the team of creatives to produce aesthetic, functional, and consistent designs. Team WAR’s studio team is in good hand, as Dewi also has plenty of experience, with 4 years commercial experience in the design industry.
MITCHELL
“TACTICS”
STEFANU
DIRECTOR OF ESPORTS
Mitchell Stefanu leads the Team Operations here at Team WaR. He is distinguished professional, currently an electrical engineer at CSX Railroad, with a diverse range of skills and experiences. His commendable eight-year tenure in the United States Army as a horizontal constructional engineer reflects his strong work ethic and commitment to excellence. Additionally, Mr. Stefanu has achieved success as an entrepreneur, owning and operating multiple esports organizations.
ESPORTS
CALL OF DUTY
CHARLIE “HICKSY” HICKS
CALL OF DUTY PLAYER
BENJAMIN “BANCE” BANCE
CALL OF DUTY PLAYER
BEN “BEANS” MCMELLON
CALL OF DUTY PLAYER
HARRY “HARRY” PAYNE
CALL OF DUTY PLAYER
CONTENT CREATORS
TEDDYRECKS
STREAMER
TESTY
STREAMER
STREAMER
STREAMER
STREAMER
WAR STUDIOS
Titans
SOCIAL MEDIA
VIDEO EDITOR
SOCIAL MEDIA
BSnazy
SOCIAL MEDIA
DESIGNER
CREATIVE
Chuva
SOCIAL MEDIA
VIDEO EDITOR
DANERO
CREATIVE
DESIGNER