Tech Company Financing Transactions
The Athletic Funding Round
On 3/7/2018, The Athletic received $20 million in funding from Evolution Media Growth Partners and private investors.
Transaction Overview
Company Name
Announced On
3/7/2018
Transaction Type
Venture Equity
Amount
$20,000,000
Round
Undisclosed
Investors
Evolution Media Growth Partners (Lead Investor)
Proceeds Purpose
The Athletic plans to use most of the financing to continue its expansion across the U.S., establishing a presence in every market with a professional sports team by the end of the year.
Company Information
Company Status
Private & Independent
Industry
Entertainment
Mailing Address
2329 Divisadero 1
San Francisco, CA 94115
USA
San Francisco, CA 94115
USA
Phone
Undisclosed
Website
Email Address
Overview
The Athletic is a subscription-based sports media publisher with smart, in-depth sports coverage in 15+ US and Canadian markets.
Profile
Social Media
Company News
Facebook
YouTube
Management Team
Title
Name
Email & Social
Chief Executive Officer
Alex Mather
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