The Ankler
YC W22Los Angeles, US · Founded 2022 · 2 employees · 2 known investors
Ankler Media is an independent media company covering the entertainment, media and technology industries. It publishes The Ankler newsletter and platform, delivering news and analysis about Hollywood business and industry transformation for executives, dealmakers and creative professionals.
ConsumerCreator EconomyMarketing TechMedia & EntertainmentEntertainmentUnited States of AmericaAmerica / CanadaFully Remote
Founders & leadership· Y Combinator alumni (W22)
The Ankler was founded in 2022 by Janice Min and Richard Rushfield.
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Janice Minin𝕏CEO and FounderJanice Min is the CEO and editor in chief of Ankler Media, which produces newsletters, podcasts, and events focused on the entertainment industry.
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Richard RushfieldinCo-founder · Editor In ChiefRichard Rushfield is a journalist, author, and editor who founded The Ankler newsletter.
Investors · 2
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Frequently asked questions
- What does The Ankler do?
- Ankler Media is an independent media company covering the entertainment, media and technology industries. It publishes The Ankler newsletter and platform, delivering news and analysis about Hollywood business and industry transformation for executives, dealmakers and creative professionals.
- Who founded The Ankler?
- The Ankler was founded by Janice Min, Richard Rushfield in 2022.
- Who are The Ankler's investors?
- The Ankler's investors include Imagination Capital, Y Combinator.
- Where is The Ankler headquartered?
- The Ankler is headquartered in Los Angeles, US.


