Vox Media
Corporate Round in 2023
Vox Media is a prominent media company that specializes in creating, publishing, and distributing online content tailored to young adults globally. Founded in 2012, it operates a diverse portfolio of brands, including SB Nation, which focuses on sports and fan communities; The Verge, a technology publication; Polygon, aimed at adult gamers; Vox.com, which covers news and interests; Eater, centered on food and dining; Racked, which focuses on shopping, beauty, and fashion; Curbed, dedicated to real estate and home; and Re/code, a tech business publication. Additionally, Vox Media encompasses Vox Creative, a division that develops marketing narratives for brands, and offers advertising services through Vox Advertising and the Concert advertising solution. Headquartered in Washington, D.C., with offices in New York City, Vox Media is committed to sustainable editorial practices and responsible industry leadership.
Artforum International Magazine
Acquisition in 2022
Artforum International Magazine is a prominent monthly publication dedicated to contemporary arts, released ten times a year. Renowned as a magazine of record, it serves as a crucial institution within the contemporary art industry, acting as both a nexus and a tastemaker. The magazine provides critical discourse on contemporary visual culture, catering to a diverse international audience. Through its insightful articles and reviews, Artforum contributes significantly to the dialogue surrounding contemporary art, influencing both artists and art enthusiasts globally.
Music Business Worldwide
Corporate Round in 2020
Music Business Worldwide Ltd. is a UK-based content publisher focused on the global music industry. Established in 2014 and headquartered in London, the company operates a comprehensive news and analysis platform that offers insights, interviews, and analysis tailored to music professionals. Its offerings include a premium UK-focused magazine, an annual almanac, and the MBW Yearbook, which collectively serve as vital resources for artists, managers, and music rights holders. By providing in-depth coverage and connecting industry thought-leaders, Music Business Worldwide aims to empower stakeholders with the knowledge necessary to navigate the complexities of the international music landscape.
Art Media Holdings
Acquisition in 2018
Art Media Holdings is a publishing company focused on art, design and architecture, known for a portfolio of iconic titles including ARTnews, Art in America, The Magazine ANTIQUES and MODERN. The company produces print and digital content, delivering news coverage, features and critical analysis on contemporary culture, markets and trends in the international art world. Its publications cover art, people, issues, trends and events, with an emphasis on up-to-date reporting, investigative journalism and thoughtful criticism. Through its magazines, Art Media Holdings serves professionals, collectors and enthusiasts seeking authoritative coverage of art and design.
SheMedia
Acquisition in 2018
SheMedia is a prominent digital lifestyle media company focused on women's interests, reaching over 70 million unique visitors each month. The company operates a diverse portfolio of media properties, including SheKnows.com, BlogHer.com, StyleCaster.com, DailyMakeover.com, BeautyHigh.com, and DrinksMixer.com. With a mission to empower women, SheMedia fosters a community where users, content creators, and editors collaborate to share and create relevant content across various topics, from parenting and fashion to food and home décor. The company produces engaging and authentic content daily through its award-winning editorial team and a network of bloggers and social media influencers. Additionally, SheMedia offers a comprehensive suite of premium branded content and influencer marketing solutions, generating over 1.7 billion ad impressions monthly, which enables brands to effectively distribute authentic content and integrated advertising to a wide audience.
Wenner Media
Corporate Round in 2017
Wenner Media is a leading authority in music, entertainment, celebrity, and pop culture. Wenner Media publishes Rolling Stone, Us Weekly, and Men’s Journal. Wenner Media is based in New York City and satellite offices in Chicago and Los Angeles.
Fairchild Fashion Media
Acquisition in 2014
FFM properties include WWD (Women's Wear Daily), Style.com, FN (Footwear News), NowManifest, Beauty Inc, M and Fairchild Summits. Our brands deliver the most immediate, credible, and comprehensive coverage from the most trusted voices in fashion journalism. FFM fuels the business decisions of industry executives and satisfies the passions of the truly fashion-obsessed worldwide.