Today’s high-growth media companies seek better ways to attract and retain the attention of their audiences. Whether on a billboard, television, PC, game console or mobile device, media content now pervades virtually every human setting and competes for an ever-shrinking share of “available” audience time. Summit Partners works with content providers, advertising platforms and distribution systems that help target and measure these audiences, deliver the most relevant content and improve how they engage and interact with media.
Since 1984, Summit Partners has provided growth equity to more than 15 media and entertainment companies throughout North America and Europe. With 11 public offerings and strategic mergers in the media and entertainment industry, Summit has a proven track record of helping companies to create value for management and shareholders.
Here are some examples:
- With Summit financing, B&W Loudspeakers Ltd. solidified its position as the premier manufacturer of high-end home loudspeakers. By acquiring distribution businesses in virtually all major markets in Europe, North America and the Pacific Rim, the company achieved greater control over sales and marketing of its brand globally.
- Summit helped M-Audio, Inc., recruit top-tier management, including a CFO and a COO, and brought on seasoned executives as board members. With guidance from Summit, the company refined its marketing and operations strategy, upgraded its financial systems and focused on entering the consumer market.
- By guiding Jamba! AG at the board level, Summit improved the company’s systems and controls, and helped expand its geographic reach from within Germany to across Europe. Its subscriber base increased from several hundred thousand to several million customers, making Jamba! the world’s second-largest subscription-based mobile community.
- Summit helped WebSideStory, Inc., broaden its product line from web-based analytics to a comprehensive suite of digital marketing tools—including search, web conten and keyword management modules.
To learn more about our investments in the media and entertainment industry, please view our portfolio.