DirecTV

DirecTV is an American digital entertainment services provider headquartered in Englewood, Colorado. The company specializes in satellite television and digital television entertainment, offering a wide range of programming that includes sports, news, movies, and family content. DirecTV provides both live TV and streaming services, along with on-demand options, allowing customers to access their preferred entertainment without the need for an annual contract. Additionally, the company features live NFL games, ensuring that sports enthusiasts can enjoy comprehensive coverage of their favorite events. Through its continuous evolution of products and services, DirecTV aims to deliver an industry-leading video offering to its customers.

Ray Carpenter

CFO

Drew Groner

Senior Vice President, Head of Agency and Client Partnerships

Jon Lara

Senior Director, Benefits Finance

8 past transactions

INVIDI Technologies

Acquisition in 2025
INVIDI Technologies Corporation is a software provider specializing in targeted advertising solutions for the television industry. Founded in 2000 and headquartered in Princeton, New Jersey, the company offers innovative applications such as Advatar, which enables addressable targeted advertising delivered to individual viewers through digital set-top boxes. INVIDI's technology supports multi-channel video programming distributors, marketers, and advertisers by facilitating the sales of various digital products and services, including video-on-demand and pay-per-view events. Additionally, the INVIDI Advertising Decision System allows for sophisticated management of advertising decisions, enhancing the precision of household-targeted advertising in the dynamic television landscape. Through its services, INVIDI empowers cable, satellite, and IPTV operators to effectively reach and engage their desired audiences.

DISH Media

Acquisition in 2024
DISH Media Sales provides advertising sales for leading pay-TV provider DISH Network L.L.C.

Tarana Wireless

Funding Round in 2017
Tarana Wireless, Inc. is focused on the research, development, and commercialization of non-line-of-sight (NLoS) wireless transport solutions. Its flagship product, AbsoluteAir 2 (AA2), offers advanced capabilities such as deterministic True NLOS performance, extensive coverage, and high spectral efficiency. The company provides a comprehensive solution, including installation services by construction-grade crews and a carrier-class element management system for configuring and monitoring AA2 nodes. Tarana's technology supports a variety of applications, including small-cell backhaul, wireless fiber extension, and residential broadband access, catering primarily to tier-1 operators globally. Founded in 2009, the company is headquartered in Milpitas, California, with additional offices in Berkeley and Pune, India.

LiveClips

Funding Round in 2013
LiveClips is an innovator and leader in the development and delivery of video content from live sporting events to any Internet-enabled device. LiveClips is a game-changer. Its advanced technology automates the previously time- and labor-intensive processes of creating game clips and highlights, enabling broadcasters and rights holders to dramatically increase the efficiency of their sports coverage. LiveClips is also pioneering a new era of mobile engagement by creating instant in-game clips that users can filter by team, player and kind of play.

i.TV

Funding Round in 2013
i.TV is a technology company specializing in second screen and social television solutions, founded in 2008 by Brad Pelo and Justin Whittaker. The company created the i.TV app, an entertainment television guide available on iOS and Android, and developed the social TV platform "viEWer" in collaboration with Entertainment Weekly. Notably, i.TV co-created Nintendo TVii, a second screen platform for the Nintendo Wii U that integrates a personalized program guide and social features. The company maintains partnerships with major brands such as AOL, Netflix, Comcast, TiVo, and Hulu, enhancing its product offerings through various integrations. i.TV's innovative platforms facilitate viewer interaction, allowing fans to engage with each other and content creators during programming, thereby enriching the television viewing experience.

LifeShield

Acquisition in 2013
LifeShield is a provider of wireless home security systems, distinguished by its professional-grade monitoring and superior protection. Unlike traditional security systems, which are often either ineffective or costly, LifeShield offers an affordable alternative without compromising on quality. The company has developed a comprehensive suite of features, including fire and carbon monoxide sensors, cameras, and live video monitoring capabilities, catering to a wide range of needs, from residential homes to home offices. LifeShield stands out for its commitment to remote access, allowing customers to manage their security systems easily through mobile applications, without incurring additional monitoring fees. This focus on convenience and reliability enables customers to enjoy enhanced control over their home protection.

PrimeStar

Acquisition in 2013
PrimeStar was a U.S. direct broadcast satellite broadcasting company formed in 1991 by a consortium of cable television system operators. PrimeStar was the first medium-powered DBS system in the United States but slowly declined in popularity with the arrival of DirecTV in 1994 and Dish Network in 1996.

USSB

Acquisition in 1998
USSB was founded in 1981 by Hubbard Broadcasting founder Stanley S. Hubbard, who is widely considered to be the father of modern satellite broadcasting. Hubbard spent most of the 1980s raising awareness and money to launch a digital satellite television service. In the 1990s, he had teamed up with RCA/Thomson Consumer Electronics and Hughes Electronics Corporation to come up with a practical digital satellite service capable of 175 channels.
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