MaC Venture Capital

Founded in 2019, MaC Venture Capital is a venture capital firm based in Los Angeles, California. It specializes in early-stage investments across various technology sectors, including fintech, e-commerce, logistics, and more. The firm invests in companies that benefit from shifts in cultural trends and behaviors globally.

Ilja Aizenberg

Ilja Aizenberg

Principal

Danny Brown

Partner

Alyson DeNardo

Partner

Tobias Egle@m

Associate

Past deals in Entertainment

Mansa

Seed Round in 2023
Mansa develops a streaming platform featuring black culture. They are removing obstacles and integrating all formats. With tales from all over the world, they're displaying both fresh talent and seasoned pros. With their "Watch Out Loud Feature," they're linking viewers with one another, and with Web3 features, they'll be connecting creators with their audiences.

TBTM

Seed Round in 2022
TBTM is a pioneering blockchain-based Media Fintech company that rewards fans and creators for building communities around great content. Powered by AMP Global Technologies, TBTM's social-viewing platform enables users to earn brand rewards using its digital token, Kola. The company has developed a flagship TV format, The Mic, which has garnered significant global attention and accolades.

Zigazoo

Seed Round in 2022
Zigazoo operates a child-focused social networking platform that enables safe, creative online expression for young users and their caregivers. The service centers on video creation and sharing within a moderated, positive environment, supported by human moderation, educational challenges, and branded content channels. It provides opportunities for brands and creators to engage with youth audiences in a controlled context while promoting digital citizenship and responsible online behavior. The platform emphasizes safety, privacy, and age-appropriate interactions, offering a secure online community for learning, entertainment, and creative collaboration among Generation Alpha.

Wonder Dynamics

Series A in 2021
Wonder Dynamics is a media-tech startup based in Los Angeles, California, co-founded by Tye Sheridan and Nikola Todorovic. The company specializes in developing AI technology to enhance storytelling, particularly focusing on creating an AI production tool that enables independent filmmakers to achieve high-quality visual effects typically associated with big-budget productions at a significantly lower cost. Their technology also allows viewers to engage in AI-powered conversations with characters in TV shows or movies, thereby enhancing the viewing experience.

Dance Church

Seed Round in 2021
Dance Church is a company that creates high-energy, dance-focused movement classes aimed at providing joyful and connective experiences for participants of all levels. It operates both in-person classes and an online subscription platform, which allows users to access live sessions and a library of on-demand dance workouts. These classes are led by professional dancers who guide participants through a series of movement cues, accompanied by curated playlists featuring multi-genre pop music. Dance Church is committed to the belief that everyone can dance, empowering individuals to embrace their movement potential regardless of their experience.

TBTM

Seed Round in 2021
TBTM is a pioneering blockchain-based Media Fintech company that rewards fans and creators for building communities around great content. Powered by AMP Global Technologies, TBTM's social-viewing platform enables users to earn brand rewards using its digital token, Kola. The company has developed a flagship TV format, The Mic, which has garnered significant global attention and accolades.

RYFF

Venture Round in 2021
RYFF Inc. is an artificial intelligence‑driven video platform company that offers real‑time manipulation of products, people, backgrounds, and images in live or pre‑recorded video. Founded in 2018 and headquartered in Los Angeles, the company’s flagship solution, Placer, uses AI to analyze each frame and enables creators and advertisers to replace or alter any object, person, or background, providing dynamic brand integration. RYFF was founded by senior entertainment executives, including CEO Roy Taylor, who previously led NVIDIA Europe and AMD Studios Hollywood. The company seeks to disrupt the $23 billion branded entertainment market by replacing manual product placement with digital technology, delivering flexible, data‑driven brand integration for film, television, and broadcast content.

LIT Videobooks

Seed Round in 2021
LIT Videobooks is a New York‑based startup founded in 2018 by Ronak Seth that converts bestselling non‑fiction titles into immersive video books, or “videobooks.” The company targets visual learners, offering a binge‑watch experience that blends narration, animation, and interactive elements. LIT partners directly with more than 100 authors across business, marketing, finance, economics, psychology, self‑help, parenting, health, and wellness, and its production team includes Emmy‑award‑winning producers and animators. All videobooks are distributed exclusively on LIT’s platform, with new releases added each month and a forthcoming all‑access subscription planned. The firm is a fast‑growing, venture‑capital‑backed venture.

Wonder Dynamics

Seed Round in 2021
Wonder Dynamics is a media-tech startup based in Los Angeles, California, co-founded by Tye Sheridan and Nikola Todorovic. The company specializes in developing AI technology to enhance storytelling, particularly focusing on creating an AI production tool that enables independent filmmakers to achieve high-quality visual effects typically associated with big-budget productions at a significantly lower cost. Their technology also allows viewers to engage in AI-powered conversations with characters in TV shows or movies, thereby enhancing the viewing experience.

Zigazoo

Seed Round in 2021
Zigazoo operates a child-focused social networking platform that enables safe, creative online expression for young users and their caregivers. The service centers on video creation and sharing within a moderated, positive environment, supported by human moderation, educational challenges, and branded content channels. It provides opportunities for brands and creators to engage with youth audiences in a controlled context while promoting digital citizenship and responsible online behavior. The platform emphasizes safety, privacy, and age-appropriate interactions, offering a secure online community for learning, entertainment, and creative collaboration among Generation Alpha.

RYFF

Venture Round in 2019
RYFF Inc. is an artificial intelligence‑driven video platform company that offers real‑time manipulation of products, people, backgrounds, and images in live or pre‑recorded video. Founded in 2018 and headquartered in Los Angeles, the company’s flagship solution, Placer, uses AI to analyze each frame and enables creators and advertisers to replace or alter any object, person, or background, providing dynamic brand integration. RYFF was founded by senior entertainment executives, including CEO Roy Taylor, who previously led NVIDIA Europe and AMD Studios Hollywood. The company seeks to disrupt the $23 billion branded entertainment market by replacing manual product placement with digital technology, delivering flexible, data‑driven brand integration for film, television, and broadcast content.

Wonder Dynamics

Seed Round in 2019
Wonder Dynamics is a media-tech startup based in Los Angeles, California, co-founded by Tye Sheridan and Nikola Todorovic. The company specializes in developing AI technology to enhance storytelling, particularly focusing on creating an AI production tool that enables independent filmmakers to achieve high-quality visual effects typically associated with big-budget productions at a significantly lower cost. Their technology also allows viewers to engage in AI-powered conversations with characters in TV shows or movies, thereby enhancing the viewing experience.

Encantos

Pre Seed Round in 2018
Encantos Media Studios is an entertainment and educational company based in Culver City, California, with additional offices in Los Angeles and New York. Founded in 2015, Encantos creates a diverse range of content, including apps, books, toys, and videos, aimed at empowering creatives to tell their stories. The company connects children with skilled storytellers through an online platform designed to teach essential 21st-century skills. Encantos has garnered recognition through numerous awards and accolades from prestigious organizations such as CNN, Forbes, and The New York Times, highlighting its commitment to quality educational content and innovation in children's media.

FaZe Clan

Seed Round in 2018
FaZe Clan Inc., established in 2010 and headquartered in Los Angeles, operates as an esports and entertainment company. Primarily known for its original content and highly engaged global fanbase of over 215 million across social platforms, FaZe Clan retails online apparel and accessories alongside its core business of competitive gaming tournaments, live streams, video blogs, lifestyle content, and branded partnerships.

Immersive Systems

Pre Seed Round in 2018
Immersive Systems is a media company founded in 2017 and headquartered in Pennsylvania, United States, that focuses on enhancing fan engagement within the e-sports industry. It offers a media platform that integrates statistics, highlights, and images, allowing e-sports fans to interact with content in a dynamic way. Through its mobile application, Immersive Systems enables users to follow schedules and brackets while accessing real-time statistics and highlights. The company's innovative approach not only enriches the fan experience but also creates new revenue opportunities in the rapidly growing e-sports market.

Macro

Funding Round in 2018
Macro is a media company that creates and finances film, television, and digital content aimed at multicultural audiences, particularly Black people and people of color. It partners with storytellers and provides capital to bring diverse narratives to life across traditional and unconventional platforms. The company also offers a Zoom SDK-powered application that enhances meetings by adding collaborative overlays, real‑time time‑use analytics, and a text‑input system for questions, takeaways, action items, and insights, which can be exported to Google Docs for sharing.

Brat TV

Series B in 2018
Brat TV is a digital production company focused on creating content for a teenage audience. It operates a media production platform designed to foster youth culture by enabling individuals with social followings to produce videos on a budget. The platform encourages daily engagement by providing viewers with new episodes, stories, and songs, thereby attracting a substantial audience. Through its innovative approach, Brat TV aims to redefine entertainment for young people, capitalizing on the dynamics of digital media and social connectivity.

Mighty Bear Games

Seed Round in 2018
Mighty Bear Games is a Singapore-based game developer that creates mobile online multiplayer and social games. The studio pursues next-generation massively multiplayer online experiences that blend the depth of desktop gaming with the accessibility of mobile devices. Founded in 2016, it brings together veterans from major studios such as King, Ubisoft, EA, LucasArts, Disney, Gameloft, and Jagex to craft scalable, social experiences designed for mobile play without compromise.

Gamelynx

Venture Round in 2018
Gamelynx Inc. is a digital gaming company based in Waterloo, Canada, specializing in the development of a gaming platform that enables users to engage in board games and card games without the need for physical components. The company focuses on creating team-based competitive mobile games and has designed video games that facilitate eSports accessibility across various platforms. Gamelynx's offerings include cross-platform games that can be enjoyed on Windows, Mac, iOS, and Android devices, allowing gamers to connect and compete with others regardless of their chosen platform.

Brud

Series A in 2018
Brud Inc. is a transmedia studio based in Los Angeles that specializes in the development of digital and robotic characters which are designed to engage audiences across various social platforms. Founded in 2014 and originally known as Miquela Media, the company focuses on creating virtual influencers and character-driven story worlds. Brud combines expertise in robotics, artificial intelligence, and machine learning to enhance media experiences, enabling the creation of innovative and popular digital personalities. The company is dedicated to leveraging technology in creative ways to redefine storytelling in the digital age.

Alliance of American Football

Seed Round in 2018
The Alliance of American Football (AAF) is a professional American football league that aims to provide entertainment for sports fans. It features eight teams, each consisting of fifty players, who compete in a season comprising ten matches. The games are streamed live through the league's application, allowing fans to engage with the sport in real-time. In addition to offering competitive play, the AAF provides players with opportunities for post-football careers, including comprehensive bonuses. The league focuses on enhancing the overall experience for both players and fans.

Stampede Ventures

Seed Round in 2018
Stampede Ventures operates as an entertainment studio focused on creating blockbuster franchises across multiple divisions, including film, television, alternative content, and international projects. The company aims to revolutionize the entertainment industry by leveraging both traditional and emerging systems to empower artists. By providing a global platform, Stampede Ventures facilitates access for creators to showcase their talents and expertise within the cinematic landscape. The studio fosters collaboration and support among its network of creators and industry partners, allowing for the development of innovative ideas and projects that resonate with audiences worldwide.

Players' Lounge

Seed Round in 2018
Players' Lounge Inc., also known as Players' Lounge Online, is a social gaming startup founded in 2016 and based in New Castle, Delaware. The company offers an online platform that allows gamers to compete in e-sports competitions for cash and prizes. Players can connect with others who are interested in playing their favorite video games for monetary rewards, either by challenging individuals directly or participating in organized tournaments. By catering to casual gamers, Players' Lounge provides an accessible opportunity for a wider audience to engage in competitive gaming and potentially earn money, rather than limiting such opportunities to a select few professional players.

Alliance of American Football

Seed Round in 2018
The Alliance of American Football (AAF) is a professional American football league that aims to provide entertainment for sports fans. It features eight teams, each consisting of fifty players, who compete in a season comprising ten matches. The games are streamed live through the league's application, allowing fans to engage with the sport in real-time. In addition to offering competitive play, the AAF provides players with opportunities for post-football careers, including comprehensive bonuses. The league focuses on enhancing the overall experience for both players and fans.

Brat TV

Series A in 2017
Brat TV is a digital production company focused on creating content for a teenage audience. It operates a media production platform designed to foster youth culture by enabling individuals with social followings to produce videos on a budget. The platform encourages daily engagement by providing viewers with new episodes, stories, and songs, thereby attracting a substantial audience. Through its innovative approach, Brat TV aims to redefine entertainment for young people, capitalizing on the dynamics of digital media and social connectivity.

Stem Disintermedia

Series A in 2017
Stem Disintermedia Inc. is a Los Angeles-based company founded in 2015 that provides a distribution platform and payment solutions specifically designed for independent musicians, artists, and their teams. The company's platform streamlines the management of revenue by aggregating earnings from various digital platforms, creating contracts, and managing payment splits among collaborators. It allows users to visualize their performance data across multiple services, thereby enhancing transparency in revenue management. By enabling artists to track and share their earnings, Stem Disintermedia facilitates a clearer understanding of finances within the music industry. The platform integrates with major music services such as Apple Music, Spotify, and YouTube, fostering connections among users and supporting their growth in a complex digital landscape.

Vaunt

Seed Round in 2017
Vaunt is a media and entertainment company founded in 2014 that operates a subscription video-on-demand and real-time streaming network enabling influencers to self-distribute and monetize lifestyle content, while also organizing in-person alternative sporting and entertainment events that feature professional athletes, artists, and celebrities to provide fans with unique access to personalities and experiences and to help talent build and monetize their brands globally.

Gamelynx

Seed Round in 2017
Gamelynx Inc. is a digital gaming company based in Waterloo, Canada, specializing in the development of a gaming platform that enables users to engage in board games and card games without the need for physical components. The company focuses on creating team-based competitive mobile games and has designed video games that facilitate eSports accessibility across various platforms. Gamelynx's offerings include cross-platform games that can be enjoyed on Windows, Mac, iOS, and Android devices, allowing gamers to connect and compete with others regardless of their chosen platform.

Gimlet

Series B in 2017
Gimlet Media Inc. is a digital media company specializing in the production of narrative podcasts. Founded in 2014 and based in Brooklyn, New York, the company focuses on creating high-quality audio content that engages listeners and fosters understanding among audiences. By offering a platform that allows users to share, subscribe, and download episodes, Gimlet Media provides clients with a means to deliver compelling stories and enhance their brand visibility. In 2019, Gimlet Media became a subsidiary of Spotify Technology S.A., expanding its reach within the audio streaming industry.

Remezcla

Series A in 2017
Remezcla is a Latin culture company operating as a digital publisher, creative agency, and entertainment platform. It runs Remezcla.com, delivering music and lifestyle content for US Latino millennials and audiences in Latin America and Spain, and it provides advertising services to major brands. Based in Brooklyn with offices in Los Angeles and Mexico City, Remezcla applies cultural insight to strategy, creative work, and execution for projects such as rebranding, digital content creation, branded experiential platforms, and tune-in campaigns. The company has collaborated with brands including ESPN, HBO, Netflix, Heineken, Tecate, and Dos Equis, and has earned recognition from industry awards bodies. Its content spans blogs, articles, documentaries, videos, and social media content on Latin food, culture, history, and people, helping brands engage US Hispanic millennial audiences.

Vaunt

Seed Round in 2017
Vaunt is a media and entertainment company founded in 2014 that operates a subscription video-on-demand and real-time streaming network enabling influencers to self-distribute and monetize lifestyle content, while also organizing in-person alternative sporting and entertainment events that feature professional athletes, artists, and celebrities to provide fans with unique access to personalities and experiences and to help talent build and monetize their brands globally.

Within (VR/AR)

Series B in 2017
Within is the premier destination for innovative, entertaining, and informative story-based virtual reality and augmented reality. We bring together the best immersive experiences from the world's finest VR/AR creators—from gripping tales set in worlds of pure imagination to documentaries taking you further inside the news than ever before. Within supports all major headsets, including Oculus Quest, Rift, HTC Vive, Sony PlayStation VR, and Samsung Gear VR. To get started experiencing our ever-growing roster of content, just download our app for iPhone or Android today.

Aconite

Seed Round in 2017
Aconite, Inc. is a company based in San Francisco, California, that specializes in developing a platform for discovering and experiencing mixed reality stories. Founded in 2016, Aconite aims to transform the way narratives are consumed by allowing users to engage actively with stories alongside friends and strangers. The platform blends elements of adventure, narrative, and gaming to elevate everyday experiences into extraordinary journeys, emphasizing the interactive nature of storytelling in the modern era.

Genies

Series A in 2017
Genies empowers individuals to create personalized digital avatars for expression across social media and messaging platforms. It offers tools for users to design avatars, avatar fashion lines, worlds, and interactive experiences, enabling brands to drive engagement through exclusive digital goods.

Hooked

Series A in 2017
Hooked is a pioneering entertainment platform that specializes in chat fiction, a novel storytelling format popular among teens and millennials. With over 50 million readers worldwide and top rankings in the App Store across multiple countries, Hooked is transforming digital entertainment. Backed by prominent investors from Silicon Valley and Hollywood, including Ashton Kutcher and Jamie Foxx, the company aims to become the next major player in media.

Subdream Studios

Seed Round in 2017
Subdream Studios Inc. is a virtual reality gaming studio established in 2016 and based in San Mateo, California. The company specializes in developing and marketing social virtual reality games, creating a platform that connects players in a virtual lobby. This platform allows users to engage in multiplayer VR games, accommodating 2-4 players, and is accessible through a simple personal computer interface. Subdream Studios enables players to purchase gaming packages and subscribe to the platform in real time, facilitating gameplay both at home and in virtual reality arcades. The focus on social interaction within its games distinguishes Subdream Studios in the competitive gaming landscape.

Beautycon

Series A in 2017
Beautycon is a Los Angeles-based company established in 2013, operating as a global community for content creators, celebrities, fans, and brands in the fashion, beauty, and lifestyle sectors. It challenges traditional beauty standards and promotes self-expression through makeup. Beautycon connects these communities through various platforms: Beautycon Festivals, which are marquis events where fans meet online influencers and learn about trends; Beautycon Box, a subscription service delivering beauty and lifestyle products; and Beautycon Digital, an online content portal. Additionally, Beautycon sells accessories and apparel.

Mass Appeal

Series A in 2017
Mass Appeal Media, Inc. is a multifaceted media company that produces and develops documentaries, scripted series, and unscripted formats for the film and television industry. Founded in 1996 and headquartered in New York, it has evolved from its origins as a graffiti magazine into a prominent publisher of urban lifestyle content. The company creates and publishes music, digital video, and editorial content, while also specializing in the production of premium advertising and branded content. Mass Appeal designs and executes marketing campaigns for global brands, reflecting a rich cultural heritage that spans music, art, and fashion. Its unique perspective aims to document the cultural convergence of these elements, engaging opinion leaders and trendsetters in contemporary conversations.

Caffeine

Series B in 2017
Caffeine Inc. operates a live social broadcasting and streaming platform that focuses on gaming and entertainment. Founded in 2016 and based in Redwood City, California, the company allows users to broadcast a variety of content, including esports, video gaming, and creative shows, while facilitating real-time interaction through chat and sharing features. Caffeine's platform is designed to enhance viewer engagement with a social-driven recommendation system, making it easier to navigate and discover new content. The company partners with notable entities like FOX Sports, ESPN, and Riot Games to provide a diverse range of interactive programming. Caffeine is committed to maintaining a safe environment, enforcing a zero-tolerance policy against bullying, hate speech, and racism.

Gimlet

Series A in 2015
Gimlet Media Inc. is a digital media company specializing in the production of narrative podcasts. Founded in 2014 and based in Brooklyn, New York, the company focuses on creating high-quality audio content that engages listeners and fosters understanding among audiences. By offering a platform that allows users to share, subscribe, and download episodes, Gimlet Media provides clients with a means to deliver compelling stories and enhance their brand visibility. In 2019, Gimlet Media became a subsidiary of Spotify Technology S.A., expanding its reach within the audio streaming industry.

Afrostream

Venture Round in 2015
Afrostream Inc, founded in 2014 and based in Ivry-sur-Seine, France, operates a video-on-demand platform that caters to the global audience interested in African and African-American content. The company offers a subscription-based service that provides unlimited access to a diverse catalog of films, TV series, independent productions, and stand-up comedies. With a focus on meeting the growing demand for black entertainment, particularly in Africa where broadband access is expanding, Afrostream serves millions of fans worldwide. The platform is accessible on multiple devices, including PCs, smartphones, and tablets, ensuring that users can stream content anytime and anywhere, thus promoting appreciation for black culture through its curated offerings.
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