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The Ankler

YC W22

Los Angeles, US · Founded 2022 · 2 employees · 2 known investors

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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.

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Founders & leadership· Y Combinator alumni (W22)

The Ankler was founded in 2022 by Janice Min and Richard Rushfield.

JMJanice Min
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.
RRRichard Rushfield
Richard RushfieldinCo-founder · Editor In ChiefRichard Rushfield is a journalist, author, and editor who founded The Ankler newsletter.

Investors · 2

Imagination CapitalNew York · $100K – $150K
Y CombinatorSan Francisco · $500K

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Competitors · 2

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The Wrap1924 shared keywordsTheWrap is a digital news organization covering the business of entertainment and media, offering breaking news, investigative reporting, and analysis for industry professionals. It operates a subscription service (WrapPRO) and hosts annual industry events including awards season coverage and executive conferences.
InterPositive1313 shared keywordsNetflix operates a subscription streaming service for films and television, producing original programming alongside licensed content for members worldwide.

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In the news

How Richard Rushfield’s The Ankler Took on Hollywood | Vanity Fairvanityfair.com · Feb 2023Janice Min: The Hollywood media executive betting big on newsletterspressgazette.co.uk · Oct 2022Two new newsletters are betting they've got Hollywood covered - Los Angeles Timeslatimes.com · Aug 2022The Ankler Raises $1.5 Million at $20 Million Valuation - TheWrapthewrap.com · Jun 2022Exclusive: The Ankler raises $1.5M seed at $20M valuationaxios.com · Jun 2022The Ankler Brings On Janice Min and Plans to Expand - The New York Timesnytimes.com · Dec 2021

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.