Participant Media
Participant Media is a global entertainment company founded in 2004 by Jeff Skoll, dedicated to producing feature films, documentaries, television series, and digital content that promote social change. With a portfolio of over 55 films, including notable titles like An Inconvenient Truth and Lincoln, the company emphasizes socially conscious storytelling. Participant Media actively engages in launching campaigns that unite various stakeholders, such as government entities and foundations, to raise awareness and encourage action on pressing social issues linked to its content. The company operates a television network, Pivot, which reaches 45 million homes and targets Millennials with a diverse array of original series, acquired programming, and documentaries. Additionally, Participant's digital platform, TakePart, serves as a leading source for socially relevant news and information, encouraging public engagement with significant societal challenges. Through its multifaceted approach in film, television, and digital media, Participant Media aims to entertain, inspire, and empower individuals to take meaningful action.
4 past transactions
Platform One Media
Private Equity Round in 2017
Platform One Media is a global television production and distribution studio based in Los Angeles, California. Established in 2017, the company focuses on curating, developing, producing, and distributing high-quality scripted programming for both U.S. and international markets. It operates as a subsidiary of Boat Rocker Media, following its formation through a partnership between TPG Growth's Evolution Media and Liberty Global. Platform One Media aims to deliver compelling content that resonates with diverse audiences worldwide.
SoulPancake
Acquisition in 2016
SoulPancake LLC is a media and entertainment company based in Los Angeles, California, founded in 2009 by Rahin Wilson and Devon Gundry. The company specializes in creating digital, television, and branded entertainment content aimed at the optimistic millennial audience. SoulPancake focuses on producing engaging and inspiring content that explores the human experience, utilizing humor and relatable themes. In addition to its original content, the company offers multi-platform content creation services, helping brands enhance their digital marketing efforts through interactive storytelling and engaging media. As of 2016, SoulPancake operates as a subsidiary of Participant Media, LLC.
The Documentary Channel
Acquisition in 2012
The Documentary Channel is a television network dedicated to showcasing documentary films that explore the human experience through diverse and passionate perspectives. The channel focuses on delivering compelling narratives that inform and engage viewers, highlighting various aspects of life, culture, and society. By curating a wide range of documentaries, The Documentary Channel aims to foster a deeper understanding of the world and the stories that shape it.
theAudience
Series A in 2012
theAudience, Inc. is a multi-channel publisher specializing in social and digital content. Founded in 2011 and based in Los Angeles, the company offers a range of services including social consulting, influencer activation, content creation, and media buying. It also features the BackStage Publishing Platform, which streamlines the social publishing process through comprehensive workflow and analytics. theAudience enables brands to engage with popular culture by distributing content on a global scale, connecting leading entertainers, brands, and consumers. The company's innovative approach focuses on building meaningful relationships through compelling and shareable content across various social media platforms. As of 2015, theAudience operates as a subsidiary of Al Ahli Holding Group.
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