Media M&A Transactions

Warner Bros. Discovery is a media company that provides content across multiple distribution platforms, including pay-TV, free-to-air and broadcast television, websites, digital distribution arrangements and content licensing agreements. The Company's portfolio of networks includes television brands such as Discovery Channel, TLC, Animal Planet, Investigation Discovery, Science and Velocity (known as Turbo outside of the U.S.). Discovery also operates a diversified portfolio of production studios, websites and curriculum-based education products and services. Warner Bros. Discovery was formed in 2008 and is based in New York, New York.

Netflix
Company
Digital Media
Los Gatos, California
www.netflix.com
Advisors: Skadden, Arps, Slate, Meagher & Flom , Moelis & Co. , Wells Fargo Securities

2 Heads is a global experiential-marketing and brand-experience agency that plans, designs, and executes immersive brand activations, events, themed attractions, showrooms, and customer experience centres for major global clients. 2 Heads was founded in 1983 and is based in Buckinghamshire, United Kingdom.

Global Experience Specialists
Company
Media
Las Vegas, Nevada
www.ges.com

C97.7 is a radio station broadcasting at 97.7 FM station offers a hot adult contemporary format, with a playlist that spans hits from the 1990s through the present. C97.7 is based in Calgary, Alberta.

Stingray
Company
Digital Media
Montreal, Quebec
www.stingray.com

Rawlco Radio
Company
Media
Saskatoon, Saskatchewan
www.rawlco.com

Eclipse is an event production and technical services company that provides creative content, staging and scenic design, audiovisual systems, lighting, rigging, in-house equipment and full-service event management. Eclipse is based in Kent, United Kingdom.

Encore Group
Company
Business Services
Schiller Park, Illinois
www.encoreglobal.com

Thairun operates as a platform for running event services in Thailand, offering event registration, photo-search systems, virtual run options, and online shop functionalities for runners and event organisers. Thairun is based in Bangkok, Thailand.

Asics
Company
Apparel/Textiles
Kobe, Japan
www.corp.asics.com/jp

Deporticket is a sports-event registration and technology services platform that supports organisers of races and other athletic events in developing event websites, managing participant registrations, and providing bespoke event services. Deporticket is based in Madrid, Spain.

Asics
Company
Apparel/Textiles
Kobe, Japan
www.corp.asics.com/jp

Meet Cute is an entertainment company with a library of scripted rom-coms and a global creative network of writers, actors, and directors. Meet Cute was formed in 2019 and is based in New York, New York.

Fox
Company
Media
New York, New York
www.foxcorporation.com

Shadow Lion is a creative studio that builds and tells stories for consumer, talent, and brand-driven audiences. They offer full-service production (video, audio, VFX), branded content, original series, and creator/influencer strategy. Shadow Lion is based in Newton Upper Falls, Massachusetts.

Fox Sports
Company
Media
Los Angeles, California

Texas Scenic is a full-service, theatrical equipment provider specializing in the design, manufacture, and installation of stage systems, including rigging, curtains, lighting, and acoustics, for performance venues nationwide. Texas Scenic was founded in 1936 and is based in San Antonio, Texas.

Wenger Corp.
Company
Media
Owatonna, Minnesota
www.wengercorp.com

Chain is an events-and-branded culinary concept that partners with established chain brands to create pop-culture dining experiences and limited-edition collaborative meals. Chain is based in Los Angeles, California.

Fox
Company
Media
New York, New York
www.foxcorporation.com

Smart Business Network is a media and events company dedicated to inspiring and informing business leaders. Through Smart Business magazines and the Smart Business Dealmakers Conference series, the company has helped entrepreneurs and executives share their success stories, connect with peers, and grow their companies. Smart Business Network is based in Cleveland, Ohio.

Vistage
Company
Business Services
San Diego, California
www.vistage.com

NEP is a media services partner for live sports and entertainment that offers a network of experts, cutting-edge technology, and an expansive portfolio of customer-driven, innovative solutions. Through operations in 25 countries, its teams have supported thousands of major productions and events on every continent with excellence and reliability. NEP was formed in 1986 and is based in Pittsburgh, Pennsylvania.

26North
Investor
Private Equity Firm
New York, New York
www.26n.com
Advisors: Kirkland & Ellis , Greenhill & Co. , RBC Capital Markets

STATSports offers solutions that empower over 800 of the world's top sports clubs, including Arsenal FC, Liverpool FC, and PSG; national football teams such as England and Portugal; the New Zealand All Blacks and South Africa Springboks in international rugby; as well as the NFL's Washington Commanders and MLB's LA Dodgers. STATSports was founded in 2008 and is based in Newry, Ireland.

Sony
Company
Electronics
Tokyo, Japan
www.sony.com

ioversal develops digital media and broadcast software solutions used in video production and live event management. The Company’s products include tools for real-time graphics, media playout, and workflow automation for broadcasters, event producers, and post-production teams. ioversal was founded in 2013 and is headquartered in Zug, Switzerland.

Ross Video Ltd.
Company
Technology Hardware
Iroquois, Ontario
www.rossvideo.com

Igniter is a creative media company with a heart to serve the local church. Through its two brands, Igniter Media and Lightstock, Igniter creates original content and offers a marketplace for creators to deliver powerful visual media that helps church leaders communicate the Gospel with excellence and ease. Igniter was formed in 2003 and is headquartered in Richardson, Texas.

Gloo
Company
Software
Boulder, Colorado
www.gloo.us

Seven Production is a film and broadcasting independent production company, based in the Saudi Media City.

NEP Group
Company
Media
Pittsburgh, Pennsylvania
www.nepinc.com