New media investment group

A New Media Investment Group is a company that specializes in acquiring and operating online businesses, often in the form of digital media companies, e-commerce platforms, or online marketplaces. These groups typically focus on investing in and growing online businesses that have a strong potential for scalability and profitability.

New Media Investment Groups often have a diverse portfolio of companies across various industries, including:

  1. Digital media: Online publishing, content creation, and distribution platforms.
  2. E-commerce: Online marketplaces, e-commerce platforms, and retail websites.
  3. Online marketplaces: Platforms that connect buyers and sellers, such as classifieds, job boards, or real estate listings.
  4. Social media: Social media platforms, influencer marketing, and social media management agencies.
  5. Technology: Software as a Service (SaaS) companies, mobile app development, and digital marketing agencies.

The goals of a New Media Investment Group typically include:

  1. Acquiring and growing online businesses with strong potential for scalability and profitability.
  2. Building a diversified portfolio of companies across various industries.
  3. Providing strategic guidance and support to portfolio companies to help them achieve their growth potential.
  4. Creating value through operational improvements, cost reductions, and strategic partnerships.
  5. Realizing returns on investment through exits, such as mergers and acquisitions, initial public offerings (IPOs), or private equity sales.

Some examples of New Media Investment Groups include:

  1. IAC (InterActiveCorp): A publicly traded company that owns and operates a diverse portfolio of online businesses, including Match.com, OkCupid, and Vimeo.
  2. Providence Equity Partners: A private equity firm that has invested in a range of online businesses, including digital media companies, e-commerce platforms, and online marketplaces.
  3. KKR (Kohlberg Kravis Roberts): A private equity firm that has invested in a range of online businesses, including digital media companies, e-commerce platforms, and online marketplaces.
  4. Permira: A private equity firm that has invested in a range of online businesses, including digital media companies, e-commerce platforms, and online marketplaces.
  5. Apax Partners: A private equity firm that has invested in a range of online businesses, including digital media companies, e-commerce platforms, and online marketplaces.

These are just a few examples of New Media Investment Groups, and there are many more firms and companies that operate in this space.