Gannett Company

Gannett Company, headquartered in McLean, Virginia, is a prominent media and marketing solutions provider in the United States. It operates through three segments: Domestic Gannett Media, Newsquest, and Digital Marketing Solutions. The company's portfolio includes 261 daily newspapers, 302 weekly newspapers, and 383 local websites, with notable brands such as USA TODAY. Gannett also offers digital marketing solutions, including online advertising, search optimization, and social media services, along with event production, printing services, and niche publications. Its extensive reach touches over 110 million people monthly, providing comprehensive offerings for consumers and commercial clients.

Robert Dickey

President, US Community Publishing

Past deals in Media

GateHouse Media

Acquisition in 2019
GateHouse Media Inc. operates as the leading provider of local content and advertising in small and midsize markets. With a portfolio of 404 community publications, over 350 related websites, and six yellow page directories, they cater to 128,000 business advertising accounts and reach around 10 million individuals weekly. Their core products include 78 daily newspapers, 235 weekly newspapers, 91 advertising-only publications, over 350 locally focused websites, and six yellow page directories. Their extensive reach and focus on local markets position them as a key player in the media industry, connecting businesses with communities effectively.

Topix

Series B in 2016
Topix is a technology company specializing in entertainment and news media, serving over 18 million engaged users monthly. The platform offers a diverse range of high-quality content, including topics related to celebrities, pop culture, health, and current events, with users spending an average of 13 minutes per session. By aggregating news from 74,000 sources, Topix provides access to more than 450,000 user-generated forums, fostering discussions and community engagement. Additionally, the company collaborates with major media organizations to enhance their online presence through forums and RSS feeds. With a focus on creating viral and shareable content, Topix categorizes news by topic and geography, catering to a wide audience, including millennials.

North Jersey Media Group

Acquisition in 2016
North Jersey Media Group is an independent, family-owned media company based in Woodland Park, New Jersey, dedicated to delivering local news, information, and services to the residents of northern New Jersey. The organization publishes a variety of print media, including weekly newspapers, journals, magazines, and daily newspapers, providing comprehensive coverage of local events, sports, and entertainment. In addition to its reporting, North Jersey Media Group emphasizes investigative and enterprise journalism, aiming to inform and engage the community it serves.

Milwaukee Journal Sentinel

Acquisition in 2016
Milwaukee Journal Sentinel is an online and offline daily newspaper that features local news and information in southeast Wisconsin. It features news articles in the categories of national, business, life and style, politics, social affairs, education, entertainment, sports, world, opinion, finance, technology, health, automobile, and more. In addition, it provides several other features such as video clips, classified advertisements, an online blog, forum, editorials, opinions, and more. Milwaukee Journal Sentinel is based in Milwaukee, Wisconsin.

Journal Media Group

Acquisition in 2015
Journal Media Group is a prominent media company based in the United States, operating across various platforms including publishing, radio, television broadcasting, and interactive media. The company manages 14 television stations and 35 radio stations across 11 states, providing comprehensive media services to its audience. Journal Media Group is committed to upholding high standards of integrity and strives for excellence in delivering quality content and services.

Texas-New Mexico Newspapers Partnership

Acquisition in 2015
Texas-New Mexico Newspapers Partnership is a publishing company.

London Broadcasting Company

Acquisition in 2014
London Broadcasting Company is a media broadcasting operator that owns and manages various media properties primarily in Texas. The company focuses on a local programming strategy, emphasizing proprietary content and local news to engage its audience. In addition to broadcasting, London Broadcasting produces television programs, commercials, and other forms of video and music content, providing diverse entertainment options for its viewers. Through its commitment to localism and quality production, the company aims to strengthen community connections and enhance viewer experience.

Rant

Venture Round in 2014
Rant, Inc. is an innovative online media company founded in 2010 by Brett Rosin and Grant Brown in Winfield, Illinois. Initially established with RantSports, a comprehensive hub for sports team blogs, the company has since expanded its portfolio to include RantLifestyle and RantChic, targeting lifestyle, fitness, entertainment, and celebrity topics. The company transitioned its headquarters through several locations, culminating in an office in Irvine, California, where it operates with a team of 24 full-time employees and a diverse writing staff. Rant, Inc. focuses on publishing original digital content across various subjects, allowing users to engage and share their thoughts and experiences. This strategic expansion reflects the company’s commitment to enhancing media consumption and broadening its audience reach.

Belo

Acquisition in 2013
Belo is a media services provider with a rich history dating back to 1842 as a Texas newspaper company. Over the past two decades, it has expanded significantly, leveraging its strong regional focus and established journalistic reputation to build powerful media brands. The company operates a network of television and local news channels, fostering close connections with its audiences and communities. This focus on local engagement has enabled Belo to create unique business opportunities that competitors find difficult to replicate.

Livestream

Series A in 2008
Livestream LLC is a technology company that provides a comprehensive live video platform for broadcasting events to audiences worldwide. Founded in 2007 and headquartered in Brooklyn, New York, with additional offices in Los Angeles, London, Ukraine, and India, Livestream offers a range of services, including the Livestream Platform for cloud-based broadcasting and Livestream Producer apps for multiple devices. The company develops Livestream Broadcasters, which enable streaming from HDMI cameras, and Livestream Studio, a solution for live production. It also offers encoding, standard and full production services, as well as web design and development. With clients ranging from local organizations to global brands such as Tesla and USA Today, Livestream attracts over 40 million viewers each month for a diverse array of events spanning various categories, including arts, entertainment, sports, and technology. Livestream operates as a subsidiary of Vimeo, LLC, following its rebranding from Mogulus, LLC in November 2009.

Planet Discover

Acquisition in 2006
Planet Discover provides local search, online advertising, and modular content applications for the media industry, online portals, and content distributors.

Detroit Free Press

Acquisition in 2005
Detroit Free Press is a newspaper publishing company located in Detroit, Michigan, and has been in operation since 1831. It publishes and distributes newspapers primarily in the Metro Detroit area, covering regions such as Wayne, Oakland, Macomb, Livingston, Washtenaw, and Monroe counties. The company provides a comprehensive array of information, including news, sports, entertainment, business, and opinion pieces, along with access to archives. In addition to its print publications, Detroit Free Press maintains an online presence, offering digital news content and advertising services to reach a broader audience. As a subsidiary of Gannett, the Detroit Free Press continues to serve as a key source of information for its local community.

Topix

Series A in 2005
Topix is a technology company specializing in entertainment and news media, serving over 18 million engaged users monthly. The platform offers a diverse range of high-quality content, including topics related to celebrities, pop culture, health, and current events, with users spending an average of 13 minutes per session. By aggregating news from 74,000 sources, Topix provides access to more than 450,000 user-generated forums, fostering discussions and community engagement. Additionally, the company collaborates with major media organizations to enhance their online presence through forums and RSS feeds. With a focus on creating viral and shareable content, Topix categorizes news by topic and geography, catering to a wide audience, including millennials.

iBlast

Funding Round in 2001
iBlast is a digital distribution network that uses powerful transmitters of local TV stations to broadcast rich media content directly to home computers, digital set-top boxes, and other receiving devices. Digital media such as movies, movie trailers, games, music and software are broadcast wirelessly to PCs, TV set-top boxes, and other receiving devices such as personal video recorders, game consoles, and MP3 players. iBlast will offer content companies a highly cost-effective, scalable network for the distribution of popular digital content. iBlast will provide consumers with an abundance of new content delivery services and products. iBlast aims to make receiving digital content as fast and easy as watching TV.

Space.com

Funding Round in 2000
Space.com is a media company that caters to casual sky watchers and space enthusiasts of all ages by sharing engaging stories and images about cosmic events, human spaceflight, and robotic exploration. Through their content, they aim to bring the wonders of the universe closer to Earth, inspiring curiosity and fascination in their audience.
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