iHeartMedia, Inc. is a leading media and entertainment company based in the United States, recognized as the number one audio company in the country. It operates through three key segments: the Multiplatform Group, the Digital Audio Group, and Audio & Media Services. The Multiplatform Group encompasses over 860 live broadcast stations, national networks, and live events, boasting a monthly reach of approximately 250 million listeners. The Digital Audio Group focuses on its fast-growing podcasting business and the iHeartRadio digital service, which is available on numerous platforms and devices. The Audio & Media Services segment includes Katz Media Group, the largest media representation company in the nation, and RCS, a prominent provider of broadcast and webcast software. iHeartMedia's extensive portfolio allows it to deliver diverse audio content and innovative advertising solutions, leveraging a significant consumer base and advanced analytics capabilities. The company was incorporated in 1974 and is headquartered in San Antonio, Texas.
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26 past transactions
Vatom
Series B in 2024
Vatom is a company that offers an innovative engagement platform designed to connect businesses with their customers in the evolving Web3 landscape. Founded in 2019 by Eric Pulier, Vatom provides an enterprise-ready solution that facilitates direct interactions between companies and their stakeholders. The platform includes a wallet service for sharing digital objects and a management studio that enables users to gather insights and oversee campaigns. This functionality is aimed at enhancing customer retention, driving sales, and fostering viral growth. Renowned companies such as PepsiCo, Procter & Gamble, Deloitte, and Verizon utilize the Vatom platform to develop and implement Web3-based programs, thereby improving their operational processes and profitability.
Health-Ade
Corporate Round in 2023
Health-Ade, LLC is a producer of kombucha, a fermented tea known for its probiotics and health benefits. Founded in 2012 and based in Los Angeles, California, the company offers a diverse range of flavors, including original, apple, ginger lemon, plum, grape, cayenne cleanse, beet, carrot, and pomegranate. Health-Ade focuses on creating organic, non-GMO, kosher, vegan, raw, and gluten-free beverages, which are marketed for their gut-health advantages. The kombucha is made through a two-step fermentation process that significantly reduces sugar content. Despite high consumer demand, the company faces challenges in meeting production needs and has the potential to increase sales substantially if brewing capacity is expanded. Products are distributed through various retail locations and restaurants.
Autio
Seed Round in 2023
Autio is a mobile audio entertainment application that enhances road trips by utilizing geolocation technology to deliver location-based audio stories throughout the United States. The platform features over 10,000 narratives that cover the economic, geographical, artistic, political, historical, and mythological aspects of various landmarks, cities, and towns. Users can experience engaging stories narrated by celebrities and local experts, providing insights that encourage exploration and foster a deeper understanding of the places visited. Autio serves as a personal tour guide, inspiring detours and enriching conversations for travelers as they embark on their journeys.
Surf Air
Debt Financing in 2022
Surf Air Inc. operates a private air travel club that offers an All-You-Can-Fly membership model for frequent regional travelers, including entrepreneurs and leisure clients. Founded in 2011 and based in Hawthorne, California, the company provides private charter services with a fleet of Pilatus PC-12 aircraft configured for executive travel. Surf Air connects members to various destinations in the San Francisco Bay Area, Los Angeles Metro Area, Santa Barbara, and Truckee Lake Tahoe, with plans for additional locations. Membership options include Individual, Friends & Family, Group, and Business memberships, allowing flexibility and convenience for users. The service aims to deliver a sophisticated and hassle-free air travel experience that saves both time and money.
Sounder.fm
Series A in 2022
Sounder is the cutting-edge technology platform at the forefront of AI/ML-driven content classification and data extraction for the audio industry. By providing contextual intelligence and brand safety solutions to audio publishers, advertising marketplaces, and brands & agencies, Sounder enables significant monetization opportunities at scale
Gimme Radio
Corporate Round in 2022
Gimme Radio, Inc. is a digital music platform based in San Francisco, California, that caters specifically to fans of metal music and other underserved genres. Launched in 2017, it offers a unique radio station where listeners can enjoy hand-selected tracks curated by musicians, music journalists, and industry tastemakers. The platform also features Gimme Live, allowing users to engage in online chats with DJs. In addition to streaming music, Gimme Radio operates an e-commerce component that sells music CDs, tapes, and merchandise such as t-shirts, posters, and record players, creating a community for passionate music enthusiasts.
Songclip (Audiobyte)
Venture Round in 2021
Songclip™ is a new licensed music format built specifically for texting, social posts, and quick communication. Songclip’s multi-patented networked product solution, the Songclip API, integrates seamlessly into social platforms, mobile apps, and virtual marketplaces to drive expression, monetization, and music streaming. Songclip operates the world’s foremost searchable library of 5-30 second meta-tagged music clips, in partnership with the music industry. For more information, visit songclip.com
Triton Digital
Acquisition in 2021
Triton Digital, Inc. is a leading provider of technology solutions for the digital audio marketplace, serving clients such as broadcasters, podcasters, and online music services across more than 80 countries. Founded in 2006 and based in Sherman Oaks, California, the company offers a range of services designed to help its clients grow their audience and increase revenue. Its offerings include Webcast Metrics, which provides comprehensive audio measurement data; the Triton Advertising Platform, a customizable solution for monetizing live and on-demand content; and the Audience Management Platform, a suite of tools for audience engagement. Additionally, Triton Digital operates an audio advertising exchange, a supply-side platform, and various network solutions that aggregate audio inventory for streamlined media buying. With a commitment to innovation and excellence, Triton Digital plays a crucial role in powering the global online audio industry.
Voxnest
Acquisition in 2020
Voxnest, Inc. is a technology company focused on delivering comprehensive solutions for podcasters and brands aiming to engage listeners through audio content. Established in January 2018 from the merger of Spreaker and BlogTalkRadio, Voxnest offers a range of tools for podcast creation, distribution, management, and monetization. Its key products include Spreaker for independent podcasters, Spreaker Enterprise for larger organizations, and Dynamo, which allows any podcaster to monetize their content using advanced ad injection technology. Additionally, Voxnest facilitates partnerships between podcasts and advertisers, enabling targeted advertising campaigns that enhance brand engagement. The company is led by co-founder and President Francesco Baschieri and operates under the umbrella of iHeartMedia, Inc.
Ozy
Series C in 2019
Ozy Media, Inc. is a media and entertainment company based in Mountain View, California, founded in 2012. The organization focuses on delivering diverse news and information through various platforms, including a daily news site, video streaming, podcasts, and events. Ozy Media aims to engage a curious audience by presenting narratives that challenge conventional perspectives and highlight emerging trends and innovative ideas. Its programming includes a range of shows designed to cater to different interests, such as the Presidential Daily Brief, Rising Stars, and Provocateurs. With a mission to broaden horizons, Ozy Media reaches an audience of approximately 50 million, offering content that ignites ideas and encourages exploration of the new and the next.
Jelli
Acquisition in 2018
Jelli, Inc. is a cloud-based advertising company specializing in the radio market in the United States. Founded in 2008 and headquartered in San Mateo, California, the company offers several key products, including SpotPlan, a programmatic buying platform for radio advertising; RadioSpot, an advertising server designed for broadcast radio that automates terrestrial radio advertising; and RadioDash, a dashboard for managing radio campaigns. Jelli's platform aims to enhance the audio advertising ecosystem by connecting publishers with listeners, thereby improving the overall quality of audio advertising experiences. As of December 31, 2018, Jelli operates as a subsidiary of iHeartMedia, Inc.
HowStuffWorks
Acquisition in 2018
HowStuffWorks, LLC, founded in 1998 and based in Atlanta, Georgia, operates a website that offers informative articles, podcasts, and videos explaining various topics, including science, technology, culture, health, and lifestyle. The company is recognized as a leading publisher of entertaining and educational podcast content, with a library exceeding 6,000 podcasts and over 1 billion downloads. It is home to popular brands such as Stuff You Should Know and Stuff You Missed in History Class, appealing to a highly engaged audience across multiple platforms. In addition to its digital content, HowStuffWorks runs an online store selling branded merchandise, including apparel and accessories. As of December 31, 2016, HowStuffWorks operates as a subsidiary of OpenMail, LLC.
Stuff Media
Acquisition in 2018
Stuff Media LLC is a prominent podcast publishing company based in Atlanta, Georgia, founded in 1998. It is recognized as one of the leading commercial podcast operators globally. As of October 2018, Stuff Media operates as a subsidiary of iHeartMedia, Inc., enhancing its capacity to deliver engaging audio content to a wide audience.
Artsy
Series D in 2017
Artsy is the largest online art marketplace, offering access to over one million artworks from both iconic and emerging artists. The platform collaborates with leading museums, galleries, auction houses, and art fairs to create a comprehensive space for buying and selling art. By connecting users to a global audience, Artsy not only facilitates the discovery and collection of art but also supports artists and promotes art appreciation worldwide. Additionally, the company manages online art publications, further enhancing its role in the art community.
Fanpage
Funding Round in 2016
Fanpage is a boutique NFT platform that focuses on music artists, athletes, brands, and influencers, aiming to democratize access to NFTs. The company collaborates closely with creators throughout the entire process, from design and creation to pricing and rollout strategies. Fanpage equips creators with the necessary tools to sell their NFTs directly to fans through straightforward credit card transactions. Additionally, the platform allows NFT enthusiasts to transfer and resell Fanpage NFTs on third-party marketplaces. Beyond NFTs, Fanpage also operates a blockchain-based rewards and engagement platform, which incentivizes fans for their engagement with content. This platform rewards fans for watching, listening to, or interacting with content, providing them access to exclusive content, merchandise, or experiences. By gathering valuable audience data, Fanpage helps content creators and brands foster a loyal fanbase while enhancing their monetization strategies.
BLADE
Series A in 2016
BLADE is a technology-powered, short-distance aviation company committed to reducing travel friction by enabling cost-effective air transportation alternatives. They leverage their technology to enable travelers to utilize and enjoy air travel. BLADE arranges on-demand charter and scheduled flights across a diverse accessible fleet of helicopters, jets, turboprops, and seaplanes. BLADE operates in New York City, Long Island and the Hamptons, Los Angeles, Boston, Washington DC, and many other locations.
Unified
Series B in 2015
Unified helps marketers make informed and impactful decisions with the industry’s only business intelligence platform purposely designed for social advertising. With experience collecting and enriching over 1 billion dollars of social investment data, Unified is passionate about providing Fortune 2000 brands and agencies greater transparency into their many teams, tools and strategies. The Unified Platform and service teams are specifically built to ensure data quality, optimize investments and answer critical business questions. Unified has offices in New York City, San Francisco, and Los Angeles.
Jelli
Series B in 2015
Jelli, Inc. is a cloud-based advertising company specializing in the radio market in the United States. Founded in 2008 and headquartered in San Mateo, California, the company offers several key products, including SpotPlan, a programmatic buying platform for radio advertising; RadioSpot, an advertising server designed for broadcast radio that automates terrestrial radio advertising; and RadioDash, a dashboard for managing radio campaigns. Jelli's platform aims to enhance the audio advertising ecosystem by connecting publishers with listeners, thereby improving the overall quality of audio advertising experiences. As of December 31, 2018, Jelli operates as a subsidiary of iHeartMedia, Inc.
Team Whistle
Venture Round in 2014
Team Whistle, established in 2008 and headquartered in New York, is a global sports media and entertainment company. It creates, publishes, and distributes engaging content across various platforms, including sports entertainment networks, scripted and unscripted shows, podcasts, music, and merchandise. The company operates globally with offices in London and Los Angeles, serving brands, sports leagues, and media companies by helping them engage consumers across the content ecosystem.
Red Tricycle
Series A in 2012
Red Tricycle Inc. is a digital media company that operates an online community aimed at helping parents discover engaging activities for their children and family. Founded in 2006 and based in Sausalito, California, the platform provides a wealth of localized content, including recipes, crafts, book recommendations, party ideas, travel suggestions, and family-friendly entertainment options. It serves as a resource for parents to explore local businesses related to children's needs, such as gear, birthday parties, classes, and recreational activities. By offering aspirational and actionable ideas, Red Tricycle connects families with relevant points of interest, effectively acting as a virtual tour guide that caters to the diverse interests of busy urban moms and their children.
Group Commerce
Series C in 2012
Group Commerce is a leading platform tailored for publishers aiming to excel in e-commerce. Established in 2010, the company provides a comprehensive enterprise-grade solution that addresses the distinct needs of brands and media companies. Its platform functions as a command center for publishers' e-commerce initiatives, facilitating vital operations such as payment processing, customer service, merchant sourcing, and merchandising strategy. Group Commerce distinguishes itself by offering extensive professional services and expertise to ensure publishers can thrive in the e-commerce landscape. The company serves a diverse client base, which includes prominent names like Boston.com, CBS Local, Chegg.com, DailyCandy, Hearst Publications, Meredith Corporation, and the New York Times, among others.
Thumbplay
Acquisition in 2011
Thumbplay Ringtones, LLC, founded in 2004 and based in San Francisco, California, specializes in mobile entertainment in the United States. The company offers a variety of products, including ringtones, wallpapers, games, and text-based services for mobile phones. Through its platform, Thumbplay.com, it provides licensed music, video, and games from major entertainment companies such as EMI, Sony Music Entertainment, Universal Music Group, and Warner Music Group. In 2010, Thumbplay launched a cloud-based music service that allows users unlimited access to over 8 million songs from major record labels and independent artists. The service is accessible via mobile apps on BlackBerry and Android devices, as well as PCs and Macs, with plans to expand to iPhone users.
iBiquity Digital
Private Equity Round in 2009
iBiquity Digital is a company that develops and licenses HD Radio technology for both AM and FM audio and data broadcasting, operating within the United States and internationally. Founded in 1991 and headquartered in Columbia, Maryland, with additional offices in Basking Ridge, New Jersey, and Pontiac, Michigan, iBiquity's technology enables digital radio signals to coexist on the same frequencies as traditional analog broadcasts. This innovation allows for enhanced audio quality and additional data services for listeners. The company also offers products such as the Gigaware Navigation Control HD Radio Receiver accessory and a dedicated HD Radio application for iPhone and iPod touch users, facilitating access to HD Radio FM broadcasts.
HiWire
Series C in 2001
Hiwire is an internet software company specializing in the development of audio advertising technologies for the radio industry. The company offers a robust advertisement insertion network that facilitates the integration of audio and video advertisements. Additionally, Hiwire provides an online marketplace designed to help media entities efficiently manage, sell, and oversee inserted advertisements, enhancing the overall advertising experience for both advertisers and media platforms.
Buyitnow.Com
Venture Round in 2000
Welcome to BuyItNow.com, the most incredible collection of stores available on the Internet. Their merchandising philosophy is to offer the great brand names you trust along with unique, hard-to-find items that today's online shopper is looking for. They offer wide assortments at great prices, prices they guarantee! BuyItNow.com not only provides great prices and easy, secure shopping, but also excellent customer service, which is easily accessible by e-mail at cservice@buyitnow.com, by phone at 1.888.55BUYIT, or by live chat. Their customer service specialists, e-RepsTM, are trained to help you place your order and can answer any questions you may have concerning their policies, procedures, security and customer guarantees. They also have highly trained product specialists to answer your questions about the products in their stores. Their goal is to provide you with the ultimate shopping experience, including easy navigation through their stores and secure checkout procedures. Shopping at BuyItNow.com is secure, fast and friendly -- and saves you time and money! It's like shopping at all of your favorite stores with one simple checkout.
Jacor Communications Company
Acquisition in 1999
A media holding company which offers radio broadcasting and related services to radio broadcasting companies in the United States.
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