Comcast

Comcast Corporation, headquartered in Philadelphia, is a global media and technology company with two main divisions: Comcast Cable and NBCUniversal. Comcast Cable provides video, high-speed internet, phone, wireless security, and automation services to residential and business customers under the XFINITY brand. NBCUniversal operates news, entertainment, and sports cable networks, broadcast networks NBC and Telemundo, television production operations, station groups, Universal Pictures, and Universal Parks and Resorts. Comcast Ventures, established in 1999, is the venture capital affiliate of Comcast Corporation, investing in transformative consumer and enterprise companies across various sectors, typically from seed to late-stage growth, with initial investments ranging from $2 million to $25 million.

Kim Armor

Managing Partner

Amy Banse

Managing Partner

Gil Beyda

Managing Partner

Kai Bond

Partner

Jeff Buzzelli

Senior Vice President, Florida Region

Michelle Chang

Partner

Andrew Cleland

General Partner

Cong Ding

Investor

Christian Ebersol

Associate

Ricky Frazier

Senior Vice President Keystone Region

Rocky Gupta

EVP - Treasurer

Samir Gupte

Senior Associate

Teddy Himler

Associate

Fatima Husain

Principal

Sheena Jindal

Principal

Broderick D. Johnson

EVP Of Public Policy and Digital Equity

Gorav Khanna

Associate

Callum King

Principal

Sam Landman

Managing Partner

Ryan Lee

Investor

Sophia Marshall

Senior Vice President, Division Communications

Shivani Mathur

Associate

Rick Prostko

Managing Partner

Marc Silberman

Partner

Adam Spivack

Principal

Louis Toth

Managing Director

Dalila Wilson-Scott

EVP, Chief Diversity Officer and President, Comcast NBCUniversal Foundation

Past deals in Broadcasting

Covatic

Series A in 2023
Covatic develops broadcast personalization software and a consumer insights platform that enables on-device personalization for applications. Incorporated in 2016, the company is based in Birmingham, United Kingdom, with an additional office in London. Its platform provides an on-device software development kit that leverages trusted first-party and offline consented data to create contextual audience segments, helping media companies deliver relevant advertising while strengthening user trust and complying with privacy regulations.

Cheddar

Series D in 2018
Cheddar is a media and entertainment company that operates live news networks aimed at delivering fresh perspectives on business, technology, culture, and innovation. With a monthly viewership exceeding 6.5 million, Cheddar broadcasts its content across various platforms, including SlingTV, Hulu Live, YouTube TV, and social media channels such as Facebook and Twitter. The company runs two primary networks: Cheddar, which focuses on business news highlighting innovative executives and technologies, and Cheddar Big News, a general news network catering to a younger audience. Broadcasting from notable locations, including the New York Stock Exchange and a street-level studio in New York's Flatiron Building, Cheddar seeks to provide an authentic voice that reflects the diverse interests and intellectual curiosity of its viewers, enabling them to access live and on-demand news. Founded by Jon Steinberg, Cheddar aims to redefine news consumption in a post-cable era.

Wilco Electronic Systems - cable TV Business

Acquisition in 2018
Wilco Electronic Systems - cable TV Business provides cable services.

TuneIn

Series G in 2017
TuneIn is a global audio streaming platform that provides live sports, music, news, podcasts, and internet radio. It offers premium services with commercial-free music and access to live sports and news content, and TuneIn Live enables Alexa and other voice-enabled devices to access premium audio content. The company operates its own radio stations and partners with others, delivering live and on-demand programming across home, car, and mobile devices on a wide range of platforms and devices worldwide. Founded in 2002 and headquartered in San Francisco, TuneIn serves tens of millions of monthly active users and hosts a catalog of more than 100,000 radio stations and millions of podcasts, accessible in many countries and on popular smart speakers and connected devices.

Cheddar

Series C in 2017
Cheddar is a media and entertainment company that operates live news networks aimed at delivering fresh perspectives on business, technology, culture, and innovation. With a monthly viewership exceeding 6.5 million, Cheddar broadcasts its content across various platforms, including SlingTV, Hulu Live, YouTube TV, and social media channels such as Facebook and Twitter. The company runs two primary networks: Cheddar, which focuses on business news highlighting innovative executives and technologies, and Cheddar Big News, a general news network catering to a younger audience. Broadcasting from notable locations, including the New York Stock Exchange and a street-level studio in New York's Flatiron Building, Cheddar seeks to provide an authentic voice that reflects the diverse interests and intellectual curiosity of its viewers, enabling them to access live and on-demand news. Founded by Jon Steinberg, Cheddar aims to redefine news consumption in a post-cable era.

Cheddar

Series B in 2016
Cheddar is a media and entertainment company that operates live news networks aimed at delivering fresh perspectives on business, technology, culture, and innovation. With a monthly viewership exceeding 6.5 million, Cheddar broadcasts its content across various platforms, including SlingTV, Hulu Live, YouTube TV, and social media channels such as Facebook and Twitter. The company runs two primary networks: Cheddar, which focuses on business news highlighting innovative executives and technologies, and Cheddar Big News, a general news network catering to a younger audience. Broadcasting from notable locations, including the New York Stock Exchange and a street-level studio in New York's Flatiron Building, Cheddar seeks to provide an authentic voice that reflects the diverse interests and intellectual curiosity of its viewers, enabling them to access live and on-demand news. Founded by Jon Steinberg, Cheddar aims to redefine news consumption in a post-cable era.

TuneIn

Series F in 2015
TuneIn is a global audio streaming platform that provides live sports, music, news, podcasts, and internet radio. It offers premium services with commercial-free music and access to live sports and news content, and TuneIn Live enables Alexa and other voice-enabled devices to access premium audio content. The company operates its own radio stations and partners with others, delivering live and on-demand programming across home, car, and mobile devices on a wide range of platforms and devices worldwide. Founded in 2002 and headquartered in San Francisco, TuneIn serves tens of millions of monthly active users and hosts a catalog of more than 100,000 radio stations and millions of podcasts, accessible in many countries and on popular smart speakers and connected devices.

YouNow

Series B in 2015
YouNow, Inc. is a New York-based company established in 2011 that operates a live social networking platform allowing users to broadcast themselves in real-time to a global audience. Its application enables users to discover talented broadcasters, watch live streams, and engage in video chats. Accessible on iOS, Android, and web platforms, YouNow fosters a community where users can create and interact with diverse content. The company also operates PROPS, a blockchain-based platform that supports a decentralized economy for video applications, allowing users to buy virtual currency while content creators earn revenue through audience engagement. Additional offerings include Rize, which connects broadcasters with engaged viewers, and the WTF game show application, where contestants participate in live game shows through video chat. By blending broadcasting, gaming, and social networking, YouNow empowers individuals to express their creativity and forge meaningful connections.

Mediakraft Networks

Series A in 2013
Mediakraft Networks is a European online television network established in 2011 and headquartered in Cologne, Germany. The company specializes in the production and distribution of digital content, focusing on themes relevant to young audiences, such as entertainment, beauty, sports, and current events. In addition to creating engaging video content, Mediakraft Networks offers marketing services aimed at enhancing the online visibility of businesses across various social media platforms. The company also provides strategic consulting for social media and manages influencer campaigns, helping brands effectively connect with their target audiences.

NBCUniversal

Acquisition in 2011
NBCUniversal is a global media and entertainment company that develops, produces, and markets entertainment, news, and information. Its portfolio includes broadcast and cable networks, film studios, theme parks, and digital properties.

BNI Video

Venture Round in 2010
BNI Video is a software company founded in 2009 that specializes in developing tools and services for video service providers (VSPs) across the cable, telecommunications, and wireless sectors. The company's offerings include a video delivery platform that supports the deployment of next-generation applications, enabling VSPs to efficiently manage and deliver both linear and on-demand content. BNI Video's technology integrates seamlessly with existing infrastructures, allowing providers to enhance their video services with features such as social networking and search capabilities. This results in improved operational efficiency, expanded monetization opportunities, and richer consumer viewing experiences, making it easier for VSPs to navigate the competitive landscape of modern media consumption.

BlackArrow

Series C in 2010
BlackArrow is a provider of advanced television advertising and data solutions, specializing in the pay-TV industry. The company reaches over 37 million homes and collaborates with major service providers, including Comcast and Time Warner Cable. BlackArrow's integrated suite of products enables clients to monetize video content delivered across various screens, enhancing revenue through more effective sales and marketing strategies. Additionally, the company's technology addresses the complexities of on-demand advertising, allowing clients to deploy and optimize their multiscreen advertising efforts. BlackArrow also offers real-time audience insights and measurement tools, empowering its clients to make informed decisions in a rapidly evolving media landscape.

Move Networks

Series C in 2008
Move Networks offers a comprehensive platform for delivering live, multi-channel television over the internet. It integrates middleware, content management, subscription packaging, billing, and digital rights management, enabling telecommunications providers and media companies to generate revenue through subscriptions and enhanced advertising.

RGB Networks

Series D in 2008
RGB Networks, Inc. specializes in network video processing solutions, focusing on delivering services that facilitate the streaming and monetization of live and on-demand video across multiple screens. The company's offerings include its Video Intelligence Architecture (VIA), which encompasses a range of products such as a broadcast network processor for grooming and statistical multiplexing, as well as a dynamic bandwidth manager for personalized video experiences. Additionally, RGB Networks provides modular video processors for IPTV services, simulcast edge processors for digital decoding, and a universal scalable modulator for multi-service digital modulation. These solutions allow multiple system operators and video service providers to effectively implement switched digital networks, enhancing their ability to deliver high-quality video content.

BlackArrow

Series B in 2007
BlackArrow is a provider of advanced television advertising and data solutions, specializing in the pay-TV industry. The company reaches over 37 million homes and collaborates with major service providers, including Comcast and Time Warner Cable. BlackArrow's integrated suite of products enables clients to monetize video content delivered across various screens, enhancing revenue through more effective sales and marketing strategies. Additionally, the company's technology addresses the complexities of on-demand advertising, allowing clients to deploy and optimize their multiscreen advertising efforts. BlackArrow also offers real-time audience insights and measurement tools, empowering its clients to make informed decisions in a rapidly evolving media landscape.

Patriot Media and Communications

Acquisition in 2007
Patriot Media and Communications, LLC engages in the ownership and operation of cable system in Central New Jersey.

Adelphia Communications

Acquisition in 2006
Adelphia Communications is a cable television company based in Coudersport, Pennsylvania. The company emphasizes technological innovation as a key component in delivering high-quality services and ensuring customer satisfaction. By focusing on advancements in technology, Adelphia aims to enhance its offerings and maintain a competitive edge in the cable industry.

RGB Networks

Series C in 2006
RGB Networks, Inc. specializes in network video processing solutions, focusing on delivering services that facilitate the streaming and monetization of live and on-demand video across multiple screens. The company's offerings include its Video Intelligence Architecture (VIA), which encompasses a range of products such as a broadcast network processor for grooming and statistical multiplexing, as well as a dynamic bandwidth manager for personalized video experiences. Additionally, RGB Networks provides modular video processors for IPTV services, simulcast edge processors for digital decoding, and a universal scalable modulator for multi-service digital modulation. These solutions allow multiple system operators and video service providers to effectively implement switched digital networks, enhancing their ability to deliver high-quality video content.

RGB Networks

Series B in 2005
RGB Networks, Inc. specializes in network video processing solutions, focusing on delivering services that facilitate the streaming and monetization of live and on-demand video across multiple screens. The company's offerings include its Video Intelligence Architecture (VIA), which encompasses a range of products such as a broadcast network processor for grooming and statistical multiplexing, as well as a dynamic bandwidth manager for personalized video experiences. Additionally, RGB Networks provides modular video processors for IPTV services, simulcast edge processors for digital decoding, and a universal scalable modulator for multi-service digital modulation. These solutions allow multiple system operators and video service providers to effectively implement switched digital networks, enhancing their ability to deliver high-quality video content.

TechTV

Acquisition in 2004
TechTV was a 24-hour cable and satellite television channel based in San Francisco, California, dedicated to providing news and programming focused on computers, technology, and the Internet. Founded in 1998 as ZDTV by Ziff-Davis, the channel aimed to cater to tech enthusiasts with a range of factual programming and shows. In 2004, TechTV merged with the G4 gaming channel, which ultimately led to the dissolution of its original programming. The channel was later owned by Paul Allen's Vulcan Ventures before its programming and brand were phased out.

Entropic

Series B in 2003
Entropic provides delivery, processing, and distribution of traditional HDTV broadcasts and IP-based streaming video content to the home. In addition to their next-generation STB, System-on-a-Chip, and connectivity solutions, entropic allows Pay-TV operators to provide consumers with engaging whole-home entertainment by transforming how digital entertainment is delivered, connected, and consumed at home.

SkyStream Networks

Venture Round in 2003
SkyStream Networks develops market-leading networking solutions for advanced video and IP services. Our solutions enable our service provider, enterprise and federal customers to deliver enhanced video and IP services cost-effectively over wired and wireless networks. SkyStream's customers and partners include BT, Clear Channel Worldwide, Convergent Media, EchoStar Communications Corporation, Gilat, New Skies Satellites, Safeway, Telefonica and Telespazio.

MetaTV

Series D in 2002
MetaTV was founded in 1999 to define technology and services which would forever change the way people look at television.

MetaTV

Series B in 2001
MetaTV was founded in 1999 to define technology and services which would forever change the way people look at television.

Lenfest Communications

Acquisition in 1999
Lenfest Communications is a diversified entertainment and communications company. Its principal subsidiary, Suburban Cable, serves more than 1.1 million customers in southeastern and central Pennsylvania, southern New Jersey and northern Delaware. Other subsidiaries encompassed in this transaction include cable advertising firm Radius Communications and news programmer Tri-State Media.

Jones Intercable

Acquisition in 1999
Jones Intercable operates and manages cable television systems across the United States. It owns and manages 39 systems, focusing on acquisition, development, and management.

Greater Philadelphia Cablevision

Acquisition in 1999
Greater Philadelphia Cablevision
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