Breakaway Music Festival
Series A in 2023
Breakaway Music Festival is a performing arts company of pop, dance, and hip-hop music festival series. Breakaway Music Festival hosts college students and young professionals annually, touring college campuses across the US, and activating a small army of college student ambassadors. Founded by Adam Lynn in 2016 and is located in Columbus, Ohio.
Some Spider Studios
Acquisition in 2021
Some Spider Inc. is a media and entertainment company focused on creating iconic, identity-based brands across various platforms. It specializes in developing multimedia channels on social media, streaming services, and audio platforms. By producing original content that resonates with audiences, the company aims to enhance brand presence and foster deeper engagement. Through its innovative approach, Some Spider Inc. seeks to connect people with compelling narratives and experiences, establishing a strong foothold in the digital landscape.
Inverse
Acquisition in 2019
Inverse is an online media platform focused on curating content for a millennial male audience. It specializes in original reporting, news coverage, and insightful analysis, exploring emerging ideas, new technologies, and trends. By highlighting the perspectives of innovative thinkers and creators, Inverse seeks to engage its audience with unique insights into pop culture and everyday life. The platform aims to answer the question of what the future may hold, fostering a sense of curiosity and encouraging its readers to better understand and prepare for upcoming developments.
NYLON Media Inc. is a multimedia publication company founded in 1999 and based in New York. The company focuses on pop culture, fashion, and lifestyle, providing content in areas such as video, beauty, music, and news. NYLON operates an online platform that distributes digital, social, event, and print assets, allowing users to engage with a variety of topics and even contribute their own blogs. The publication is available in several Asian markets, including Japan, Korea, Indonesia, Singapore, and Thailand. As of June 2019, NYLON Media Inc. functions as a subsidiary of BDG Media Inc. The platform aims to empower and connect the next generation of style seekers through its diverse content offerings.
The Outline
Acquisition in 2019
The Outline is a digital media publication founded in 2016 by Joshua Topolsky. The company is dedicated to delivering content that explores themes of power, culture, and the future, aiming to shift viewers' perspectives through modern and meaningful storytelling. Its focus is on providing in-depth coverage of various stories, current events, and news from around the world, allowing audiences to engage with diverse and thought-provoking narratives. By prioritizing a unique approach to content creation, The Outline seeks to enrich the reader's understanding of contemporary issues and cultural dynamics.
Mic Network
Acquisition in 2018
Mic Network Inc. is an online news platform based in New York, founded in 2011. The company focuses on delivering news tailored for a mobile and social media-savvy audience, primarily targeting millennials and society's changemakers. Mic Network provides coverage across various topics, including politics, business, culture, science, and the environment, aiming to inform, empower, and inspire its readers. With a monthly audience of 50 million, the platform emphasizes original reporting and diverse perspectives on significant issues, encouraging engagement and challenging conventional thinking. As of late 2018, Mic Network operates as a subsidiary of BDG Media Inc.
Flavorpill
Acquisition in 2018
Flavorpill Productions LLC is an online publisher and social events platform established in 2000 and based in New York, New York. The company operates flavorpill.com and flavorwire.com, which provide information on a wide range of cultural topics, including art, books, music, wellness, and pop culture. Flavorpill's websites also feature city guides that highlight cultural events in major cities such as New York City, Los Angeles, San Francisco, Chicago, Miami, and London. As of 2018, Flavorpill operates as a subsidiary of BDG Media Inc., continuing its mission to engage audiences with curated content related to cultural happenings and events.
The Zoe Report
Acquisition in 2018
Zoe Media Group, the digital media division of Rachel Zoe Inc., operates The Zoe Report, a platform dedicated to delivering fashion, beauty, and lifestyle content. With a subscriber base exceeding 2 million through daily email newsletters and a robust online presence, The Zoe Report engages a broader audience of over 13 million across various social media platforms. The company presents updates and news tailored for style enthusiasts, ensuring they stay informed about the latest trends in the glamour world. Additionally, The Zoe Report offers Box of Style, a subscription service that curates and delivers over $300 worth of fashion, beauty, and lifestyle items for a fraction of the cost, all selected by Rachel Zoe and her editorial team.
Elite Daily
Acquisition in 2017
Elite Daily, Inc. is an online media platform focused on providing engaging content tailored for millennials, particularly Generation Y. Founded in 2014 and based in New York, the company produces a wide range of articles, videos, and documentaries across various categories, including news, lifestyle, dating, entertainment, politics, and culture. Elite Daily aims to deliver content that resonates with the interests and perspectives of its audience, which exceeds 70 million monthly readers, establishing it as a significant community for millennial voices. The platform was created by a team of media professionals from the same demographic, who sought to move away from traditional media's often monotonous presentation of news and instead foster a vibrant, socially driven environment. As of 2017, Elite Daily operates as a subsidiary of Bustle Digital Group.