Disney

Disney is a multinational mass media and entertainment conglomerate that provides a wide range of content and experiences to a global audience. The company is renowned for its film and television productions, including animated and live-action movies, as well as a variety of television shows. Additionally, Disney operates theme parks and resorts, enhancing its brand presence through immersive experiences. Disney Interactive, a subsidiary, develops and distributes multi-platform video games, including mobile, social, and console games, as well as online virtual worlds aimed at children and families. Its portfolio includes popular online properties such as Disney.com and Family.com. Disney Publishing Worldwide serves as the publishing division, producing literature and related content that aligns with its extensive media offerings. The company is headquartered in Glendale, California, and has established itself as a leader in the entertainment industry through its diverse range of products and services.

Andrew Sugerman

External VP, Disney Publishing Worldwide

9 past transactions

Rio

Acquisition in 2021
Rio is an Education company.

Silk Therapeutics

Series A in 2017
Silk Therapeutics develops, manufactures, and sells skincare products based on silk materials. It offers PureProC, a film formulation that surrounds, protects, stabilizes, and delivers the benefits of vitamin C for an extended duration with anti-aging and skin health benefits. The company sells its products through its online store. Silk Therapeutics skincare line features clean, highly effective anti-aging skincare and skin health products that are healthy enough to use on any skin type, including highly sensitive skin. The company's proprietary liquid silk technology platform was developed by company co-founders Greg Altman, Ph.D., and Rebecca Horan, Ph.D., foremost experts in the use of silk for health and wellness solutions—including effective stabilization and delivery of real silk molecules to the skin. Silk Therapeutics, Inc. was incorporated in 2013 and is based in Medford, Massachusetts.

Samba TV

Series B in 2017
Samba TV is a company that specializes in streaming analytics, providing a platform that measures real-time viewership data across various media channels including broadcast, cable, and digital platforms. The company focuses on smart television technology and enhances its offerings through set-top boxes and connected devices. By delivering comprehensive data and analytics, Samba TV enables clients to improve content discovery and effectively address audience fragmentation across multiple screens. This capability positions the company as a valuable partner for its clients in navigating the evolving landscape of streaming services and connected devices, ultimately helping to strengthen the television business model and maintain its relevance to consumers.

Togetherville

Acquisition in 2011
Togetherville is an online platform designed to create safe digital communities for children under the age of 10, allowing them to connect with their real-life friends and family in a monitored environment. The service establishes online "neighborhoods" centered around each child, enabling them to engage with age-appropriate activities such as games, videos, and creative projects. Togetherville facilitates connections by helping parents identify their Facebook friends who also have accounts on the platform, while also allowing for interaction through School Communities, which helps children connect with classmates without needing parental Facebook connections. Throughout the experience, parents maintain oversight and control over their children's interactions, ensuring a secure environment where they can monitor activities and communicate with trusted adults. This focus on safety and parental involvement distinguishes Togetherville as a unique social networking solution for young children.

Wideload Games

Acquisition in 2009
Wideload Games Inc., a Chicago-based producer and developer of original interactive entertainment.

RaisingKids

Acquisition in 2008
RaisingKids is an online platform designed to support parents seeking guidance on child-rearing. Founded by parenting expert Dr. Pat Spungin, the portal offers a wealth of resources, including advisory services, online discussions, and professional insights related to parenting. The editorial team, led by editor Catherine Hanly and producer Michael Howard, curates content aimed at addressing the diverse challenges faced by parents. Through its comprehensive approach, RaisingKids aims to empower parents with the knowledge and tools necessary to foster healthy development in their children.

Gamestar

Acquisition in 2008
Gamestar, a Chinese independent video game software developer with locations in Shanghai and Wuhan.

Climax Racing

Acquisition in 2006
Climax has grown to become the world's leading independent video game developer. At the cutting edge of the games industry, Climax develops technologically advanced and critically acclaimed interactive games software for all major console platforms.

DotCast

Series C in 2002
Dotcast, Inc. is a privately held company focused on developing a high-speed wireless broadband network that aims to deliver substantial amounts of rich media and digital content to consumers and businesses across the United States. The company specializes in broadband communications technology and offers digital data distribution products and services. By enabling cable operators to utilize their existing infrastructure, Dotcast provides solutions for both digital and analog broadcast signals. Additionally, the company offers terrestrial datacasting solutions that allow broadcasters and content providers to transmit high-capacity data streams over the air, leveraging the existing television infrastructure to create an ultra low-cost distribution channel for a wide range of industries.
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