HearstLab

HearstLab, established in 2015, is the corporate venture capital arm of Hearst Communications located in New York. It focuses on early-stage, women-led startups, primarily in North America, that are innovating in technology and related sectors such as data analytics, fintech, healthcare, transportation, and media. HearstLab not only provides cash investments but also connects startups with resources and opportunities across Hearst's extensive network of over 360 businesses, enhancing the potential for growth and collaboration. This support aims to empower founding teams and foster innovation within the startup ecosystem.

Eve Burton

HearstLab Chairwoman and EVP Hearst

Lisa Burton

Vice President

Past deals in Film

FilmChain

Seed Round in 2020
FilmChain Ltd is a fintech company based in London that specializes in the film and television industry. Established in 2018, it provides a platform that collects revenues from film projects and automatically allocates payments to all stakeholders involved. By utilizing Ethereum blockchain technology, FilmChain enhances transparency, reduces friction, and significantly decreases settlement times for participants. The platform also offers features such as collaboration tools, legal support, instant withdrawals, automatic statement generation, and performance tracking, all aimed at streamlining the financial processes within the industry.
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