Greycroft

Greycroft is a venture capital firm established in 2006, specializing in investments in technology start-ups within the Internet and mobile markets. With offices in New York and Los Angeles, the firm is strategically positioned to support entrepreneurs by leveraging its extensive network in the media and technology sectors. Greycroft manages over $1 billion in assets and has made more than 200 investments in notable companies across various sectors, including consumer products, financial technology, healthcare, and enterprise software. The firm focuses on capital-efficient businesses, particularly in early-stage financing, and aims to foster visibility and strategic relationships for its portfolio companies. Greycroft is recognized for its commitment to diversity in investment practices.

William Agathis

Investor

Brentt Baltimore

Principal

Nick Crance

Principal

Conor Deveney

Principal

Stewart Easterby

Operating Partner

John Elton

Partner

Livi Grant

Investor

Sharla Grass

Principal

Alaina Hartley

Principal

Jen Hilibrand

Investor

Armin Kohan

Investor

Thabet Mahayni

Investor

Tyler Olkowski

Investor

Alan Patricof

Co-Founder

Shafayet Patwari

Investor

Dylan Pearce

Partner

Massimo Pennisi

Principal

Carley Phillips

Investor

Peter Saperstone

Partner

Ali Schleider

Senior Associate

Ali Schleider

Investor

Dana Settle

Co-Founder and Managing Partner

Ian Sigalow

Co-Founder and Managing Partner

Bryan Subijano

Investor and Principal

Mark Terbeek

Partner

Jessica Vodofsky

Investor

Marcie Vu

Partner

Ellie Wheeler

Partner

Past deals in Digital Media

Veritonic

Series A in 2022
Veritonic, Inc. is a marketing analytics platform based in New York, specializing in commercial sound and serving the advertising industry. Founded in 2015 by Andrew Eisner and Scott Simonelli, the company provides artificial intelligence-driven metrics and marketing response data to measure, compare, and test various audio elements, including music, voiceovers, jingles, and audio logos. Veritonic's services encompass online testing, analytics, and workflow management, enabling users to make data-driven decisions, measure emotional responses, and gather both qualitative and quantitative insights. The platform facilitates benchmarking of brand progress and allows users to efficiently manage, save, and share audio tracks, thereby enhancing their marketing strategies.

Danvas

Seed Round in 2021
Danvas is advancing screens that will possess a fully dimensional interactive design that brings NFT art to life and will reinforce the authentic ownership of the artwork. Its premium, luxury digital art canvas aims to accelerate the world’s appreciation of digital artists and their artwork, and introduce art collectors to the value, and possibilities of the next wave of digital art.

Flymachine

Venture Round in 2021
Operator of a digital entertainment platform intended to deliver an immersive social experience. The company specializes in creating a virtual venue as a medium of art and acts as a social meeting place as well as gives creative control of the performances, enabling viewers with a customizable experience and thrill they want to enjoy during live events.

Veritonic

Series A in 2020
Veritonic, Inc. is a marketing analytics platform based in New York, specializing in commercial sound and serving the advertising industry. Founded in 2015 by Andrew Eisner and Scott Simonelli, the company provides artificial intelligence-driven metrics and marketing response data to measure, compare, and test various audio elements, including music, voiceovers, jingles, and audio logos. Veritonic's services encompass online testing, analytics, and workflow management, enabling users to make data-driven decisions, measure emotional responses, and gather both qualitative and quantitative insights. The platform facilitates benchmarking of brand progress and allows users to efficiently manage, save, and share audio tracks, thereby enhancing their marketing strategies.

Inspo Network

Seed Round in 2019
Inspo Network, Inc. is a creator-driven media company based in Seattle, Washington, that focuses on the lifestyle market by connecting original content creators with brands seeking to engage targeted audiences. Since its incorporation in 2017, Inspo has developed a video application that facilitates the creation of premium, short-form video content, allowing creators to inspire their viewers while expanding their reach. The platform supports brands in seamlessly integrating their products into high-quality videos, ensuring effective audience engagement. With a portfolio of thousands of original shows, Inspo's content reaches over 120 million viewers, making it a significant player in the media landscape for both creators and brands.

Snackable AI

Seed Round in 2019
Snackable AI is a company based in Estonia that specializes in transforming audio content formats, such as podcasts, through artificial intelligence. It provides services to content owners and distributors by offering a web-based portal and an application-programming interface (API) that allows users to efficiently search and access their audio libraries. By adding structure and metadata to spoken word content, Snackable AI helps users convert lengthy audio into easily shareable and searchable segments. This innovation addresses the growing demand for accessible audio content, as the popularity of spoken word media continues to rise. Content creators, marketers, and social teams face challenges in delivering engaging content to busy audiences, and Snackable AI provides solutions to streamline this process.

Ceros

Series C in 2019
Ceros is a cloud-based platform that enables marketers and designers to develop rich, interactive content without the need for coding or traditional web development. The software functions as a design studio that facilitates real-time collaboration on digital projects, allowing users to create engaging content efficiently. Once completed, content can be published with ease, helping brands effectively share their stories and connect with their audiences.

Alter

Venture Round in 2018
We're committed to making the internet more expressive, and to build a digital identity layer that is accessible to all.

Axios Media

Series B in 2017
Axios Media Inc. is an online news organization based in Arlington, Virginia, founded in 2016. The company focuses on delivering essential news and analysis across various sectors, including politics, technology, business, health, science, and environmental issues. Axios is known for its innovative approach to journalism, emphasizing concise and trustworthy content that is easily shareable. The platform combines original reporting with insightful coverage of media trends, ensuring that it provides information deemed worthy of readers' time and attention. Axios also plays a role in training emerging journalists, with many of its former reporters moving on to prominent positions in leading news outlets.

Clique

Series C in 2017
Clique Brands Inc. is a media and marketing company based in Los Angeles, California, founded in 2006. It operates several well-known brands, including Who What Wear, MyDomaine, Byrdie, CollegeFashionista, and Obsessee, targeting millennial women and Gen Z girls. Clique leverages data science alongside its editorial expertise to develop compelling content and products that resonate with its audience. The company offers two primary marketing services: CMG Studios, an in-house creative agency, and the INF Network, which represents over 55 top bloggers and influencers. These services facilitate integrated and native advertising programs that encourage consumer engagement and shopping. Notably, Clique launched a successful line of clothing, shoes, and accessories in collaboration with Target under the Who What Wear brand, solidifying its position in the retail market.

Clique

Series C in 2017
Clique Brands Inc. is a media and marketing company based in Los Angeles, California, founded in 2006. It operates several well-known brands, including Who What Wear, MyDomaine, Byrdie, CollegeFashionista, and Obsessee, targeting millennial women and Gen Z girls. Clique leverages data science alongside its editorial expertise to develop compelling content and products that resonate with its audience. The company offers two primary marketing services: CMG Studios, an in-house creative agency, and the INF Network, which represents over 55 top bloggers and influencers. These services facilitate integrated and native advertising programs that encourage consumer engagement and shopping. Notably, Clique launched a successful line of clothing, shoes, and accessories in collaboration with Target under the Who What Wear brand, solidifying its position in the retail market.

MNTN

Convertible Note in 2017
MNTN is a provider of cloud-based advertising software designed for direct marketers, agencies, and brands of all sizes. Its comprehensive advertising suite enables users to effectively launch retargeting and prospecting campaigns across various platforms, including display, mobile, and social media. Additionally, MNTN offers a creative suite that empowers users to design visually appealing advertisements utilizing available content. The platform is known for its emphasis on transparency and control, allowing advertisers to manage their campaigns efficiently with one of the fastest go-live times in the industry. MNTN has received multiple accolades for its innovative solutions and workplace culture, establishing itself as a prominent player in the digital advertising landscape.

Community

Convertible Note in 2017
Shimmur is a new social engagement platform that makes two-way communication between influencers and their followers simple, effective, and scalable.

Vertical Mass

Series A in 2016
Vertical Mass, Inc. operates an online data management platform tailored for the music, entertainment, and sports industries. Founded in 2013 and based in Los Angeles, the company provides services that enable celebrities and organizations to collect, manage, and store valuable fan data across various digital channels, including social media, websites, mobile applications, ecommerce, and content streaming services. By leveraging this proprietary data, clients can gain deeper insights into their audience, optimize advertising strategies, and enhance content delivery, ultimately driving revenue. Vertical Mass caters to a diverse clientele, ranging from major streaming services to emerging social media influencers, positioning itself as a specialized solution for understanding and monetizing fan engagement.

OmniVirt

Seed Round in 2016
OmniVirt's technology enables any digital marketer to create and distribute immersive ads (360° / 3D / VR / AR) that deliver 10X greater performance than traditional advertising. OmniVirt’s advanced technology in 360° / 3D rendering is ad platform agnostic, 99% browser compatible, and trusted by world-class publishers such as The New York Times, WSJ, Washington Post, Forbes, and more.

Data Plus Math

Venture Round in 2016
Data Plus Math Corporation develops video advertising software. The software provides media measurement data and analytics. The company was incorporated in 2016 and is based in Newton, Massachusetts. As of July 2, 2019, Data Plus Math Corporation operates as a subsidiary of LiveRamp, Inc.

Axios Media

Series A in 2016
Axios Media Inc. is an online news organization based in Arlington, Virginia, founded in 2016. The company focuses on delivering essential news and analysis across various sectors, including politics, technology, business, health, science, and environmental issues. Axios is known for its innovative approach to journalism, emphasizing concise and trustworthy content that is easily shareable. The platform combines original reporting with insightful coverage of media trends, ensuring that it provides information deemed worthy of readers' time and attention. Axios also plays a role in training emerging journalists, with many of its former reporters moving on to prominent positions in leading news outlets.

Ceros

Series B in 2016
Ceros is a cloud-based platform that enables marketers and designers to develop rich, interactive content without the need for coding or traditional web development. The software functions as a design studio that facilitates real-time collaboration on digital projects, allowing users to create engaging content efficiently. Once completed, content can be published with ease, helping brands effectively share their stories and connect with their audiences.

All Def

Series B in 2016
All Def Digital, Inc. operates as a multi platform media company that engages in finding, producing, distributing and marketing hip-hop culture in all its forms. It also manages social video stars, writers, actors, and hip hop artists. The company also produces and distributes its own original content through its own media properties, as well as TV, movies, social channels, live events and, via brand partnerships. The company was incorporated in 2013 and is based in Los Angeles, California. As of December 19, 2019, All Def Digital, Inc. operates as a subsidiary of Culture Genesis Inc.

JW Player

Series D in 2016
JW Player is a leading multimedia video platform that provides an advanced media player for publishing videos, running video ads, and streaming web content. The platform ensures a consistent viewing experience across various devices, including mobile, tablet, and desktop, utilizing both HTML5 and Flash technology. Users can customize their video interactions, adjust video quality, and incorporate multi-language support. JW Player also facilitates video playback and advertising on Chromecast devices and supports multi-screen advertising compliant with VAST standards. By offering tools that enhance viewer engagement and maximize advertisement revenue, JW Player empowers video professionals to effectively reach audiences and refine their video strategies with minimal investment.

The Dodo

Series B in 2015
The Dodo is a digital media company based in New York, founded in 2013, that focuses on animals through a blend of news, stories, and videos. It serves as an online community for animal lovers by providing engaging content that combines entertainment, advocacy, and information related to animal welfare. In addition to its media offerings, The Dodo sells merchandise, including outerwear and accessories such as socks, hats, and bags. The company’s mission is to connect people with animals and promote activism and care for them.

Netsertive

Series C in 2015
Netsertive is an online marketing platform that supports local businesses by utilizing advanced data intelligence to enhance their marketing efforts. Established in 2009, the company specializes in various sectors, including automotive, appliances, furniture, consumer electronics, IT technology, dental, and eye care. Netsertive's platform enables clients to execute localized digital advertising campaigns effectively and at scale, driving increased leads and sales. The company also facilitates co-op marketing approval and reimbursement for its customers, ensuring a streamlined marketing process. With a strong foundation of venture capital backing and a reputation for rapid growth, Netsertive has received industry recognition, including the 2014 Software Company of the Year award from the North Carolina Technology Association and a ranking in the Triangle Business Journal’s Fast 50.

Molio

Debt Financing in 2015
Molio is a full-digital brand building agency that specializes in launching brands with an online video at the core. Molio has recently launched an innovation partnership with Astro Studios called AM:LABS to originate, co-create and validate new brands. It was founded in 2014 and headquartered in Salt Lake City, Utah.

Inverse

Seed Round in 2015
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.

Clique

Series B in 2015
Clique Brands Inc. is a media and marketing company based in Los Angeles, California, founded in 2006. It operates several well-known brands, including Who What Wear, MyDomaine, Byrdie, CollegeFashionista, and Obsessee, targeting millennial women and Gen Z girls. Clique leverages data science alongside its editorial expertise to develop compelling content and products that resonate with its audience. The company offers two primary marketing services: CMG Studios, an in-house creative agency, and the INF Network, which represents over 55 top bloggers and influencers. These services facilitate integrated and native advertising programs that encourage consumer engagement and shopping. Notably, Clique launched a successful line of clothing, shoes, and accessories in collaboration with Target under the Who What Wear brand, solidifying its position in the retail market.

MNTN

Convertible Note in 2015
MNTN is a provider of cloud-based advertising software designed for direct marketers, agencies, and brands of all sizes. Its comprehensive advertising suite enables users to effectively launch retargeting and prospecting campaigns across various platforms, including display, mobile, and social media. Additionally, MNTN offers a creative suite that empowers users to design visually appealing advertisements utilizing available content. The platform is known for its emphasis on transparency and control, allowing advertisers to manage their campaigns efficiently with one of the fastest go-live times in the industry. MNTN has received multiple accolades for its innovative solutions and workplace culture, establishing itself as a prominent player in the digital advertising landscape.

Livefyre

Series D in 2015
Livefyre is a social depth platform that enables marketers to integrate user-generated content into their websites and marketing initiatives. This technology allows brands and publishers to enhance their online presence with social content, fostering audience interaction with products and services, which ultimately boosts traffic, conversions, and revenue. Serving over 1,500 prominent brands, including CBS, Cisco Systems, and CNN, Livefyre focuses on delivering real-time content marketing experiences. The company, founded in 2009, has formed strategic partnerships with major firms such as Adobe and Salesforce, enhancing its capabilities in consumer engagement through real-time content and social curation. Livefyre is supported by notable investors, including Adobe Systems and Salesforce Ventures.

Molio

Series A in 2015
Molio is a full-digital brand building agency that specializes in launching brands with an online video at the core. Molio has recently launched an innovation partnership with Astro Studios called AM:LABS to originate, co-create and validate new brands. It was founded in 2014 and headquartered in Salt Lake City, Utah.

TV Time

Series B in 2014
Whip Media is transforming the global content licensing ecosystem with a market-leading enterprise software platform that centrally connects data, processes and teams throughout the digital distribution journey. Powered by proprietary data and predictive insights, we enable the world’s top entertainment organizations including Disney, Warner Bros., Hulu, NBCU, Paramount, Sony, Lionsgate, BBC, HBO, AT&T, T-Mobile, Liberty Global, Discovery, and Pluto TV to efficiently distribute, control and monetize their TV and movie content to drive revenue and direct-to-consumer growth. The company’s newest innovation, the Whip Media Exchange is a next-generation content marketplace that makes global film and TV content licensing faster and more efficient.

JW Player

Series C in 2014
JW Player is a leading multimedia video platform that provides an advanced media player for publishing videos, running video ads, and streaming web content. The platform ensures a consistent viewing experience across various devices, including mobile, tablet, and desktop, utilizing both HTML5 and Flash technology. Users can customize their video interactions, adjust video quality, and incorporate multi-language support. JW Player also facilitates video playback and advertising on Chromecast devices and supports multi-screen advertising compliant with VAST standards. By offering tools that enhance viewer engagement and maximize advertisement revenue, JW Player empowers video professionals to effectively reach audiences and refine their video strategies with minimal investment.

The Dodo

Series A in 2014
The Dodo is a digital media company based in New York, founded in 2013, that focuses on animals through a blend of news, stories, and videos. It serves as an online community for animal lovers by providing engaging content that combines entertainment, advocacy, and information related to animal welfare. In addition to its media offerings, The Dodo sells merchandise, including outerwear and accessories such as socks, hats, and bags. The company’s mission is to connect people with animals and promote activism and care for them.

Netsertive

Series B in 2014
Netsertive is an online marketing platform that supports local businesses by utilizing advanced data intelligence to enhance their marketing efforts. Established in 2009, the company specializes in various sectors, including automotive, appliances, furniture, consumer electronics, IT technology, dental, and eye care. Netsertive's platform enables clients to execute localized digital advertising campaigns effectively and at scale, driving increased leads and sales. The company also facilitates co-op marketing approval and reimbursement for its customers, ensuring a streamlined marketing process. With a strong foundation of venture capital backing and a reputation for rapid growth, Netsertive has received industry recognition, including the 2014 Software Company of the Year award from the North Carolina Technology Association and a ranking in the Triangle Business Journal’s Fast 50.

All Def

Series A in 2014
All Def Digital, Inc. operates as a multi platform media company that engages in finding, producing, distributing and marketing hip-hop culture in all its forms. It also manages social video stars, writers, actors, and hip hop artists. The company also produces and distributes its own original content through its own media properties, as well as TV, movies, social channels, live events and, via brand partnerships. The company was incorporated in 2013 and is based in Los Angeles, California. As of December 19, 2019, All Def Digital, Inc. operates as a subsidiary of Culture Genesis Inc.

Epoxy

Series A in 2014
Epoxy Inc. operates an online video creation and sharing platform. The company’s platform enables creators to make clips, GIFs, images, and memes from their videos; share YouTube videos natively across social networks; and reply to comments and connect with fans. Its platform is also used by media enterprises and networks. The company was founded in 2012 and is based in Venice, California. As of October 17, 2016, Epoxy Inc. operates as a subsidiary of Vemba Corp.

Elite Daily

Convertible Note in 2014
Elite Daily, Inc. is an online platform dedicated to providing engaging content for millennials, particularly focusing on the interests of Generation Y. Founded by a team of media professionals who sought to challenge traditional media's approach to news coverage, Elite Daily offers a wide range of articles, videos, and documentaries across various categories including lifestyle, dating, politics, and culture. With a commitment to delivering content that resonates with its audience, the platform has grown to attract over 70 million monthly readers, establishing itself as a significant voice within the millennial demographic. Since its incorporation in 2014, Elite Daily has operated as a subsidiary of Bustle Digital Group and continues to foster a diverse and socially driven community that encourages impactful discussions around contemporary issues.

Wochit

Series B in 2014
Wochit Inc. operates an online video creation platform tailored for publishers, media companies, and brands seeking to enhance audience engagement through social videos. Founded in 2012 and based in Yehud, Israel, Wochit's platform allows users to produce short-form videos using a vast collection of real-time, license-cleared media. It offers cloud-based editing tools that simplify video creation, versioning, automation, and publishing across various digital platforms. Wochit provides access to pre-licensed assets from leading sources such as Getty and Reuters, making video production accessible to organizations of all sizes. The company has garnered support from prominent investors and has expanded its presence with offices in New York and London, serving clients globally.

Redef

Seed Round in 2014
REDEF Group, Inc. is a multimedia content provider that focuses on delivering daily remixes of topics such as fashion, sports, technology, music, and media and entertainment. Established in 2013 and headquartered in New York, the company engages its audience through various platforms, including its website, mobile application, daily newsletters, and social media feeds. REDEF serves as an interest blog that curates and presents content related to popular culture and technology, appealing to a diverse range of interests.

Media Redefined

Seed Round in 2014
Media Redefined was a Social Media Agency that started in January, 2009. It closed down its operations on 18th July, 2012 and sold the domain and digital assets to an undisclosed individual. Some of the brands with which Media Redefined worked extensively include - Samsung, Maruti, Aircel, Micromax, NIIT, NASSCOM, etc. The founders can be contacted at: catchme@praval.com gauravtechie@gmail.com honeytech@gmail.com

Ceros

Venture Round in 2014
Ceros is a cloud-based platform that enables marketers and designers to develop rich, interactive content without the need for coding or traditional web development. The software functions as a design studio that facilitates real-time collaboration on digital projects, allowing users to create engaging content efficiently. Once completed, content can be published with ease, helping brands effectively share their stories and connect with their audiences.

Clique

Series A in 2014
Clique Brands Inc. is a media and marketing company based in Los Angeles, California, founded in 2006. It operates several well-known brands, including Who What Wear, MyDomaine, Byrdie, CollegeFashionista, and Obsessee, targeting millennial women and Gen Z girls. Clique leverages data science alongside its editorial expertise to develop compelling content and products that resonate with its audience. The company offers two primary marketing services: CMG Studios, an in-house creative agency, and the INF Network, which represents over 55 top bloggers and influencers. These services facilitate integrated and native advertising programs that encourage consumer engagement and shopping. Notably, Clique launched a successful line of clothing, shoes, and accessories in collaboration with Target under the Who What Wear brand, solidifying its position in the retail market.

The Dodo

Seed Round in 2014
The Dodo is a digital media company based in New York, founded in 2013, that focuses on animals through a blend of news, stories, and videos. It serves as an online community for animal lovers by providing engaging content that combines entertainment, advocacy, and information related to animal welfare. In addition to its media offerings, The Dodo sells merchandise, including outerwear and accessories such as socks, hats, and bags. The company’s mission is to connect people with animals and promote activism and care for them.

Vidible

Series A in 2014
Vidible is a multi-platform, programmatic video exchange platform for discovering and distributing video content. It is now integrated into ONE by AOL. AOL Platforms enables the world's top marketers and media brands to reach consumers across desktop, mobile, and TV through premium experiences, programmatic buying, and performance-driven campaigns. It is the global partner of choice for leading publishers, advertisers, and agencies seeking to maximize the value of their brands online.

Wochit

Series A in 2013
Wochit Inc. operates an online video creation platform tailored for publishers, media companies, and brands seeking to enhance audience engagement through social videos. Founded in 2012 and based in Yehud, Israel, Wochit's platform allows users to produce short-form videos using a vast collection of real-time, license-cleared media. It offers cloud-based editing tools that simplify video creation, versioning, automation, and publishing across various digital platforms. Wochit provides access to pre-licensed assets from leading sources such as Getty and Reuters, making video production accessible to organizations of all sizes. The company has garnered support from prominent investors and has expanded its presence with offices in New York and London, serving clients globally.

Epoxy

Seed Round in 2013
Epoxy Inc. operates an online video creation and sharing platform. The company’s platform enables creators to make clips, GIFs, images, and memes from their videos; share YouTube videos natively across social networks; and reply to comments and connect with fans. Its platform is also used by media enterprises and networks. The company was founded in 2012 and is based in Venice, California. As of October 17, 2016, Epoxy Inc. operates as a subsidiary of Vemba Corp.

Livefyre

Series C in 2013
Livefyre is a social depth platform that enables marketers to integrate user-generated content into their websites and marketing initiatives. This technology allows brands and publishers to enhance their online presence with social content, fostering audience interaction with products and services, which ultimately boosts traffic, conversions, and revenue. Serving over 1,500 prominent brands, including CBS, Cisco Systems, and CNN, Livefyre focuses on delivering real-time content marketing experiences. The company, founded in 2009, has formed strategic partnerships with major firms such as Adobe and Salesforce, enhancing its capabilities in consumer engagement through real-time content and social curation. Livefyre is supported by notable investors, including Adobe Systems and Salesforce Ventures.

Group Nine Media

Series A in 2013
Group Nine Media is a digital media holding company that specializes in creating engaging content across various categories, including food, drink, entertainment, and news. Founded in 2016 and based in New York, the company comprises four key brands: The Dodo, a social video platform focused on animals; NowThis, which delivers video news tailored for social media; Thrillist, a lifestyle brand covering food, drink, travel, and entertainment; and Seeker, a channel dedicated to science and exploration. Group Nine Media aims to connect with a millennial audience, generating nearly 4 billion video views each month through its digital-first approach.

Maker Studios

Series C in 2012
Maker Studios, Inc. is a media company based in Los Angeles, California, that specializes in enabling artists to create, distribute, and monetize original content on YouTube. Founded in 2009, it serves a diverse range of online video creators, including well-known digital stars and popular content series. The company offers comprehensive services to its partners, including development, production, promotion, distribution, sales, and marketing, making it a unique player in the digital media landscape. As a subsidiary of The Walt Disney Company, Maker Studios has positioned itself as a next-generation creator network, contributing significantly to the evolution of online video content.

JW Player

Series B in 2012
JW Player is a leading multimedia video platform that provides an advanced media player for publishing videos, running video ads, and streaming web content. The platform ensures a consistent viewing experience across various devices, including mobile, tablet, and desktop, utilizing both HTML5 and Flash technology. Users can customize their video interactions, adjust video quality, and incorporate multi-language support. JW Player also facilitates video playback and advertising on Chromecast devices and supports multi-screen advertising compliant with VAST standards. By offering tools that enhance viewer engagement and maximize advertisement revenue, JW Player empowers video professionals to effectively reach audiences and refine their video strategies with minimal investment.

Netsertive

Series B in 2012
Netsertive is an online marketing platform that supports local businesses by utilizing advanced data intelligence to enhance their marketing efforts. Established in 2009, the company specializes in various sectors, including automotive, appliances, furniture, consumer electronics, IT technology, dental, and eye care. Netsertive's platform enables clients to execute localized digital advertising campaigns effectively and at scale, driving increased leads and sales. The company also facilitates co-op marketing approval and reimbursement for its customers, ensuring a streamlined marketing process. With a strong foundation of venture capital backing and a reputation for rapid growth, Netsertive has received industry recognition, including the 2014 Software Company of the Year award from the North Carolina Technology Association and a ranking in the Triangle Business Journal’s Fast 50.

AwesomenessTV

Series A in 2012
AwesomenessTV Holdings, LLC is a multi-platform media company based in Santa Monica, California, primarily targeting the global Gen Z audience. It operates as a subsidiary of Viacom International Inc. The company encompasses a variety of brands and services, including AwesomenessTV, a prominent source of original programming, and the ATV Network, which functions as a community-based multi-channel network featuring over 90,000 channels. AwesomenessTV also includes Big Frame, an influencer talent management company, as well as DreamWorksTV, Awestruck, and Awesomeness Films. In addition to its content offerings, the company is involved in consumer products, music, and branded entertainment. Founded by Brian Robbins and Joe Davola, AwesomenessTV has established itself as a significant player in the digital media landscape.

MNTN

Venture Round in 2012
MNTN is a provider of cloud-based advertising software designed for direct marketers, agencies, and brands of all sizes. Its comprehensive advertising suite enables users to effectively launch retargeting and prospecting campaigns across various platforms, including display, mobile, and social media. Additionally, MNTN offers a creative suite that empowers users to design visually appealing advertisements utilizing available content. The platform is known for its emphasis on transparency and control, allowing advertisers to manage their campaigns efficiently with one of the fastest go-live times in the industry. MNTN has received multiple accolades for its innovative solutions and workplace culture, establishing itself as a prominent player in the digital advertising landscape.

Kingmaker

Seed Round in 2012
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Clique

Seed Round in 2012
Clique Brands Inc. is a media and marketing company based in Los Angeles, California, founded in 2006. It operates several well-known brands, including Who What Wear, MyDomaine, Byrdie, CollegeFashionista, and Obsessee, targeting millennial women and Gen Z girls. Clique leverages data science alongside its editorial expertise to develop compelling content and products that resonate with its audience. The company offers two primary marketing services: CMG Studios, an in-house creative agency, and the INF Network, which represents over 55 top bloggers and influencers. These services facilitate integrated and native advertising programs that encourage consumer engagement and shopping. Notably, Clique launched a successful line of clothing, shoes, and accessories in collaboration with Target under the Who What Wear brand, solidifying its position in the retail market.

Media Armor

Series A in 2012
Media Armor specializes in mobile advertising analytics, offering tools that enable multi-channel marketers to effectively reach consumers through relevant display advertising on various devices, including desktops, tablets, and smartphones. The company utilizes advanced technology to create detailed profiles of consumer behavior, allowing marketers to track interactions and measure the return on advertising spend across both digital and offline channels, such as in-store and catalog sales. By continuously transforming data at every step of the customer journey, Media Armor enhances future advertising decisions and increases conversion rates, helping brands establish meaningful connections with their audiences.

Supernova

Series A in 2012
Supernova, formerly known as Viddy, offers a platform for users to easily capture, enhance, and share videos. It allows individuals to record significant moments and instantly transform them into visually appealing videos. The platform provides cinematic production packs for the creation of high-quality clips, which can be shared with a single click on popular social media networks such as Facebook, Twitter, and YouTube. Supernova fosters meaningful interactions by enabling users to receive feedback from friends and family on their creations. Additionally, it features real-time video discovery, encouraging exploration within a dynamic community. The company emphasizes creativity, inspiration, and personal expression in the realm of mobile video sharing.

Parent Media Group

Venture Round in 2012
Parent Media Group Inc. operates a range of family-oriented websites designed to support and engage parents. Founded in 2005 and based in Charlotte, North Carolina, the company offers platforms such as TheCuteKid.com, which helps families enter the entertainment industry with opportunities for prizes and casting; ParentSociety.com, which provides resources for parents from pregnancy through adolescence; CanvasPeople.com, where users can transform their photos into art; and DealsforMommy, which delivers curated deals and samples directly to mothers. The company focuses on creating interactive content and communities that allow parents to share experiences, shop, and find entertainment, fostering a supportive environment for families.

MNTN

Series B in 2011
MNTN is a provider of cloud-based advertising software designed for direct marketers, agencies, and brands of all sizes. Its comprehensive advertising suite enables users to effectively launch retargeting and prospecting campaigns across various platforms, including display, mobile, and social media. Additionally, MNTN offers a creative suite that empowers users to design visually appealing advertisements utilizing available content. The platform is known for its emphasis on transparency and control, allowing advertisers to manage their campaigns efficiently with one of the fastest go-live times in the industry. MNTN has received multiple accolades for its innovative solutions and workplace culture, establishing itself as a prominent player in the digital advertising landscape.

Radiate Media

Series B in 2011
Radiate Media formerly Matchbin, provides software and services that empower local media and businesses to find and capture the audience that matters most. From local news, weather, and traffic information to online and broadcast marketing tools, Radiate Media’s technology and nationwide network allows clients to grow revenue by reaching customers on-air, online, and on the go.

Livefyre

Series B in 2011
Livefyre is a social depth platform that enables marketers to integrate user-generated content into their websites and marketing initiatives. This technology allows brands and publishers to enhance their online presence with social content, fostering audience interaction with products and services, which ultimately boosts traffic, conversions, and revenue. Serving over 1,500 prominent brands, including CBS, Cisco Systems, and CNN, Livefyre focuses on delivering real-time content marketing experiences. The company, founded in 2009, has formed strategic partnerships with major firms such as Adobe and Salesforce, enhancing its capabilities in consumer engagement through real-time content and social curation. Livefyre is supported by notable investors, including Adobe Systems and Salesforce Ventures.

PrecisionDemand

Series C in 2011
PrecisionDemand is a television media agency located in Seattle and New York, focused on enhancing the effectiveness of advertising through advanced analytics. The company specializes in targeting TV audiences with high precision, utilizing a technology platform that incorporates extensive demographic and behavioral data. PrecisionDemand's Buyometric targeting system allows clients to significantly reduce their cost-per-sale while accurately predicting sales volumes across various channels. In addition to its targeting capabilities, the company provides a suite of direct marketing services that includes tracking and analyzing marketing campaigns, customer interactions, and operational metrics. Their offerings include detailed dashboards and reports that measure campaign performance, conversion rates, and revenue, enabling clients to make informed decisions to optimize their media purchases. With a team of experts in media, technology, and data mining, PrecisionDemand aims to deliver value and improve marketing outcomes for its clients.

Maker Studios

Series B in 2011
Maker Studios, Inc. is a media company based in Los Angeles, California, that specializes in enabling artists to create, distribute, and monetize original content on YouTube. Founded in 2009, it serves a diverse range of online video creators, including well-known digital stars and popular content series. The company offers comprehensive services to its partners, including development, production, promotion, distribution, sales, and marketing, making it a unique player in the digital media landscape. As a subsidiary of The Walt Disney Company, Maker Studios has positioned itself as a next-generation creator network, contributing significantly to the evolution of online video content.

Netsertive

Series A in 2010
Netsertive is an online marketing platform that supports local businesses by utilizing advanced data intelligence to enhance their marketing efforts. Established in 2009, the company specializes in various sectors, including automotive, appliances, furniture, consumer electronics, IT technology, dental, and eye care. Netsertive's platform enables clients to execute localized digital advertising campaigns effectively and at scale, driving increased leads and sales. The company also facilitates co-op marketing approval and reimbursement for its customers, ensuring a streamlined marketing process. With a strong foundation of venture capital backing and a reputation for rapid growth, Netsertive has received industry recognition, including the 2014 Software Company of the Year award from the North Carolina Technology Association and a ranking in the Triangle Business Journal’s Fast 50.

Maker Studios

Series A in 2010
Maker Studios, Inc. is a media company based in Los Angeles, California, that specializes in enabling artists to create, distribute, and monetize original content on YouTube. Founded in 2009, it serves a diverse range of online video creators, including well-known digital stars and popular content series. The company offers comprehensive services to its partners, including development, production, promotion, distribution, sales, and marketing, making it a unique player in the digital media landscape. As a subsidiary of The Walt Disney Company, Maker Studios has positioned itself as a next-generation creator network, contributing significantly to the evolution of online video content.

Buddy Media

Series C in 2010
Buddy Media is a leading provider of social media marketing and customer engagement software, designed to help brands connect with consumers effectively. The platform supports eight of the world's top ten global advertisers, enabling them to cultivate and sustain meaningful relationships in a digitally connected environment. With a scalable and secure architecture, Buddy Media's suite of tools offers data-driven insights that guide brands from initial consumer interaction to the point of purchase. Headquartered in New York City, the company also has offices in Asia, London, and San Francisco, enhancing its global reach and service capabilities.

Oggifinogi

Series A in 2010
Oggifinogi, Inc. provides advertising technology, video platform, player technology and advanced campaign analysis. Collective acquired the company in February 2011.

Livefyre

Series A in 2010
Livefyre is a social depth platform that enables marketers to integrate user-generated content into their websites and marketing initiatives. This technology allows brands and publishers to enhance their online presence with social content, fostering audience interaction with products and services, which ultimately boosts traffic, conversions, and revenue. Serving over 1,500 prominent brands, including CBS, Cisco Systems, and CNN, Livefyre focuses on delivering real-time content marketing experiences. The company, founded in 2009, has formed strategic partnerships with major firms such as Adobe and Salesforce, enhancing its capabilities in consumer engagement through real-time content and social curation. Livefyre is supported by notable investors, including Adobe Systems and Salesforce Ventures.

Extreme Reach

Series B in 2010
Extreme Reach specializes in content production and creative asset management for the media, entertainment, and advertising sectors. The company offers a comprehensive platform that addresses the complexities of modern advertising, including creative asset workflow, talent and rights management, and payroll services. Its flagship platform, AdBridge™, integrates various processes essential for executing advertising campaigns efficiently. With a user base exceeding 200,000 and managing nearly four million creative assets, Extreme Reach supports a diverse clientele that includes major brands, studios, agencies, and production companies. The company also provides innovative solutions for payroll and production accounting, streamlining operations through features like paperless timecards and onboarding. By alleviating the administrative burdens associated with advertising and media management, Extreme Reach enables creative teams to focus on delivering impactful content.

Adly

Series B in 2010
Adly Inc. is a digital marketing software and services provider that facilitates partnerships between brands and influencers to enhance audience engagement and drive sales. The company offers tools for data-driven audience targeting, in-stream social advertising, and real-time events designed to generate leads and actionable insights. Adly supports brands by identifying suitable influencers, executing strategic campaigns, and monitoring performance through its offerings, which include AudienceIQ for intelligent audience matching and Campaign Builder for customized advertising solutions. Since its inception in 2009, Adly has collaborated with over 150 major brands, successfully executing more than 25,000 celebrity-driven activations. The company is based in Beverly Hills, California.

PrecisionDemand

Series B in 2010
PrecisionDemand is a television media agency located in Seattle and New York, focused on enhancing the effectiveness of advertising through advanced analytics. The company specializes in targeting TV audiences with high precision, utilizing a technology platform that incorporates extensive demographic and behavioral data. PrecisionDemand's Buyometric targeting system allows clients to significantly reduce their cost-per-sale while accurately predicting sales volumes across various channels. In addition to its targeting capabilities, the company provides a suite of direct marketing services that includes tracking and analyzing marketing campaigns, customer interactions, and operational metrics. Their offerings include detailed dashboards and reports that measure campaign performance, conversion rates, and revenue, enabling clients to make informed decisions to optimize their media purchases. With a team of experts in media, technology, and data mining, PrecisionDemand aims to deliver value and improve marketing outcomes for its clients.

Panvidea

Series A in 2010
Panvidea, Inc. specializes in on-demand video preparation, processing, and distribution for entertainment and advertising content across various digital platforms. The company provides a comprehensive solution that enables professional content owners, broadcasters, publishers, and advertising agencies to ingest, view, edit, brand, transcode, and package media for digital networks. Its services include cloud-based video encoding, metadata management, and content transformation, ensuring that media is tailored to different audiences and delivered as digital products to multiple platforms or devices. Additionally, Panvidea offers services for physical media digitization, import, and technical consulting. Founded in 2007 and headquartered in New York, Panvidea focuses on enhancing and automating digital media workflows, including content localization and globalization.

Extreme Reach

Series A in 2009
Extreme Reach specializes in content production and creative asset management for the media, entertainment, and advertising sectors. The company offers a comprehensive platform that addresses the complexities of modern advertising, including creative asset workflow, talent and rights management, and payroll services. Its flagship platform, AdBridge™, integrates various processes essential for executing advertising campaigns efficiently. With a user base exceeding 200,000 and managing nearly four million creative assets, Extreme Reach supports a diverse clientele that includes major brands, studios, agencies, and production companies. The company also provides innovative solutions for payroll and production accounting, streamlining operations through features like paperless timecards and onboarding. By alleviating the administrative burdens associated with advertising and media management, Extreme Reach enables creative teams to focus on delivering impactful content.

Extreme Reach

Series A in 2009
Extreme Reach specializes in content production and creative asset management for the media, entertainment, and advertising sectors. The company offers a comprehensive platform that addresses the complexities of modern advertising, including creative asset workflow, talent and rights management, and payroll services. Its flagship platform, AdBridge™, integrates various processes essential for executing advertising campaigns efficiently. With a user base exceeding 200,000 and managing nearly four million creative assets, Extreme Reach supports a diverse clientele that includes major brands, studios, agencies, and production companies. The company also provides innovative solutions for payroll and production accounting, streamlining operations through features like paperless timecards and onboarding. By alleviating the administrative burdens associated with advertising and media management, Extreme Reach enables creative teams to focus on delivering impactful content.

Panvidea

Series A in 2008
Panvidea, Inc. specializes in on-demand video preparation, processing, and distribution for entertainment and advertising content across various digital platforms. The company provides a comprehensive solution that enables professional content owners, broadcasters, publishers, and advertising agencies to ingest, view, edit, brand, transcode, and package media for digital networks. Its services include cloud-based video encoding, metadata management, and content transformation, ensuring that media is tailored to different audiences and delivered as digital products to multiple platforms or devices. Additionally, Panvidea offers services for physical media digitization, import, and technical consulting. Founded in 2007 and headquartered in New York, Panvidea focuses on enhancing and automating digital media workflows, including content localization and globalization.

Movoxx

Series A in 2008
MoVoxx is a leading mobile advertising company that intelligently serves ads into mobile content reaching over 40 million unique U.S. users. With a fully integrated product suite of mobile media, including SMS, mobile app and display, MoVoxx pioneered tracking and aggregating mobile behaviors to enable advanced targeting and industry-best post-click conversion rates. MoVoxx's GeoSense and MobileTrace technologies empower top digital agencies, national brands and local merchants to launch location-based mobile advertising campaigns on a broad scale. These proprietary technologies include deep post-click analytics tools used to optimize mobile user engagement within targeted audience subsets. Founded in 2006, MoVoxx has a Fortune 500 client roster including Sears, Nissan, Continental Airlines, Ford Motor Company and Paramount Pictures. MoVoxx is backed by Greycroft Partners, Khosla Ventures, First Round Capital and BV Capital.

WideOrbit

Series D in 2008
WideOrbit Inc. is a prominent provider of advertising management technology tailored for cable networks, local television stations, and radio stations. The company offers a comprehensive suite of solutions, including WO Traffic, which facilitates advertising sales and operations; WO Programmatic TV, designed to enhance local TV station revenue; and WO Analytics, which delivers insights into pricing and sales performance. Additional products include WO Digital Hub for managing the advertisement sales cycle, WO Streaming for monetizing digital audio audiences, and WO Programmatic Digital, enabling programmatic sales across various media formats. With a client base exceeding 3,000 broadcasters and networks, WideOrbit aims to streamline operations and maximize revenue from both traditional and digital channels. Founded in 1999 and headquartered in San Francisco, California, the company also has offices in London and Paris, providing implementation and consulting services to support its technology solutions.

WideOrbit

Series D in 2008
WideOrbit Inc. is a prominent provider of advertising management technology tailored for cable networks, local television stations, and radio stations. The company offers a comprehensive suite of solutions, including WO Traffic, which facilitates advertising sales and operations; WO Programmatic TV, designed to enhance local TV station revenue; and WO Analytics, which delivers insights into pricing and sales performance. Additional products include WO Digital Hub for managing the advertisement sales cycle, WO Streaming for monetizing digital audio audiences, and WO Programmatic Digital, enabling programmatic sales across various media formats. With a client base exceeding 3,000 broadcasters and networks, WideOrbit aims to streamline operations and maximize revenue from both traditional and digital channels. Founded in 1999 and headquartered in San Francisco, California, the company also has offices in London and Paris, providing implementation and consulting services to support its technology solutions.

Crowd Fusion

Series A in 2008
Crowd Fusion (now Ceros) is a publishing platform that combines the best of several popular applications like blogging, wikis, tagging and workflow management into a powerful open source framework in order to enable rapid deployment of new features and to solve the pain points of publishing vertical destination sites at scale. Founded in 2007 by CEO Brian Alvey (former co-founder of Weblogs, Inc) and CTO Craig Wood, Crowd Fusion raised $3 million from Velocity Interactive Group, Greycroft Partners and Marc Andreessen in July of 2008. Velocity's Jon Miller and Greycroft's Ian Sigalow joined the company's board of directors. When Miller left Velocity to become the CEO of Digital Media at Newscorp, Velocity changed its name to Fuse Capital and Fuse's Mickie Rosen joined the board. In September of 2008, Crowd Fusion launched its first showcase site, Obsessable, covering consumer electronics. In December of 2008, Crowd Fusion launched another showcase site, Super Eco, covering green news. In 2009, Crowd Fusion has explored working with other publishers to conquer various verticals like sports, finance, food, fashion, music, health, cars, entertainment and parenting, while using the showcase sites as a testing ground to further plan and develop the Crowd Fusion platform. Ceros acquired by Crowd Fusion and changed name to Ceros.

DigiSynd

Seed Round in 2008
DigiSynd is an outsourced packaging, syndication, and marketing solution that enables digital studios and other content creators to get the most value out of their content online. The company uses time-honored storytelling techniques and valuable lessons from traditional media, but applies them in a medium of online communities, virtual experiences, interactivity and user-generated content. The company was founded by Oliver Luckett and Rob Maigret who previously worked together at [Revver](http://www.crunchbase.com/organization/revver).

Buddy Media

Series B in 2008
Buddy Media is a leading provider of social media marketing and customer engagement software, designed to help brands connect with consumers effectively. The platform supports eight of the world's top ten global advertisers, enabling them to cultivate and sustain meaningful relationships in a digitally connected environment. With a scalable and secure architecture, Buddy Media's suite of tools offers data-driven insights that guide brands from initial consumer interaction to the point of purchase. Headquartered in New York City, the company also has offices in Asia, London, and San Francisco, enhancing its global reach and service capabilities.

WideOrbit

Series C in 2008
WideOrbit Inc. is a prominent provider of advertising management technology tailored for cable networks, local television stations, and radio stations. The company offers a comprehensive suite of solutions, including WO Traffic, which facilitates advertising sales and operations; WO Programmatic TV, designed to enhance local TV station revenue; and WO Analytics, which delivers insights into pricing and sales performance. Additional products include WO Digital Hub for managing the advertisement sales cycle, WO Streaming for monetizing digital audio audiences, and WO Programmatic Digital, enabling programmatic sales across various media formats. With a client base exceeding 3,000 broadcasters and networks, WideOrbit aims to streamline operations and maximize revenue from both traditional and digital channels. Founded in 1999 and headquartered in San Francisco, California, the company also has offices in London and Paris, providing implementation and consulting services to support its technology solutions.

Pump Audio

Series A in 2007
Pump Audio is a digital platform that connects independent musicians with mainstream media buyers, enabling artists to license their music for various productions without relinquishing ownership. The company has built a substantial catalog featuring tens of thousands of songs from independent creators globally. It offers innovative search software and delivery services, such as the Soundtrack Service and the PumpBox™, which are widely utilized by creative professionals in advertising, television, film, and online content. By securing non-exclusive licensing rights from songwriters, Pump Audio facilitates access to new music for its clients while supporting the artistic independence of the musicians. The company was acquired by Getty Images in 2007.

Intent Media Works

Series B in 2007
Intent Media Works provides technology and services for the distribution of licensed digital media content and advertising via the internet and peer-to-peer file trading systems. The company also provides security and various licensing options for digital media files and allows its clients for territory restrictions, expiration dates, variable pricing, and device output selection.

Worldwide Biggies

Series A in 2007
Worldwide Biggies, Inc. is a digital entertainment studio founded in 2005 and based in New York, New York. The company specializes in creating a variety of entertainment content, including films, television shows, gametoons, games, and webisodes, aimed at children, families, and young adults. Through its online platform, Worldwide Biggies engages audiences with diverse and accessible programming that caters to the interests of younger demographics.
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