Planet DISH

Planet DISH is a satellite service provider based in Englewood, Colorado, specializing in television entertainment and technology. The company operates mainly under the DISH brand, offering a wide array of satellite television and audio programming services, along with interactive television features. Its programming packages include various regional and specialty sports channels, premium movie options, and Latino and international content. In addition to its satellite services, Planet DISH also provides satellite broadband and wireline voice services. The company offers linear streaming options through SLING TV, catering to diverse viewing preferences with news, children's programs, and a video-on-demand library. Customers can access content via dishanywhere.com and mobile applications, which allow for remote control of digital video recorders and provide access to a vast library of movies and shows. Planet DISH distributes its services through various channels, including direct sales, small satellite retailers, and partnerships with telecommunications companies. Founded by Charlie Ergen in 1980, Planet DISH continues to innovate and expand its offerings in the competitive entertainment landscape.

Hamid Akhavan

President and CEO

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Pollen Mobile

Seed Round in 2022
Pollen Mobile provides a decentralized mobile network that is built on the blockchain which is owned and operated by its users. Pollen Mobile helps to build its own mobile connectivity through a crypto-economy, enabling users to have reliable and affordable mobile connectivity.

Republic Wireless

Acquisition in 2021
Republic Wireless, Inc. offers no-contract phone plans that utilize a hybrid Wi-Fi and cellular network system. Founded in 2011 and based in Raleigh, North Carolina, the company allows users to make calls, send texts, and access data primarily through Wi-Fi, seamlessly switching to cellular networks when Wi-Fi is unavailable. This approach aims to make smartphones more affordable and accessible, providing unlimited talk, text, and data through flexible subscription plans. In addition to its services, Republic Wireless also sells phones and accessories online.

Boost Mobile

Acquisition in 2020
Boost Mobile offers wireless phones and services with no long-term contracts. The company offers various handsets ranging from entry-level to premium Android smartphone devices; and accessories ranging from chargers, memory cards, and Bluetooth headsets through retail stores, independent wireless dealer locations, and a TV home shopping network in the United States. It also offers products online. Boost Mobile was founded in 2002 and is based in Irvine, California. It operates as a subsidiary of Sprint Prepaid Group.

Parkifi

Acquisition in 2018
Parkifi, Inc. is a technology company based in Denver, Colorado, that specializes in IoT-enabled parking solutions. Founded in 2014, the company offers a platform that allows users to locate available parking spaces in real time, thus easing the search for parking and reducing unnecessary driving, which contributes to urban congestion and environmental impact. Parkifi's offerings cater to a variety of clients, including private parking operators, property managers, and city parking services. The company's app enables users to find open parking spots and facilitates payment at select locations, with plans to expand services to metered street parking. Parkifi has raised $13.5 million in venture capital and was recognized as a “Denver Gazelles” company in 2016. Formerly known as Krumly LLC, Parkifi operates as a subsidiary of DISH Network Corporation as of 2018.

Terrestar

Acquisition in 2012
TerreStar Networks provides a satellite terrestrial mobile broadband network. This network will provide voice, data and video services dedicated to helping solve the critical communication and business continuity challenges faced by government, emergency responders, enterprise businesses and rural communities. As a wholesale mobile voice, data and video service provider, TerreStar expects to offer next generation mobile communications through a network of partners and service providers to users who need "anywhere" coverage throughout the United States and Canada.

DBSD North America

Acquisition in 2011
DBSD North America is a satellite communications company.
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