Who are The Ankler's investors?

The Ankler's investors include Imagination Capital, Pioneer, Y Combinator, Electric Capital, Filkor Capital, Goodwater Capital.

Where is The Ankler headquartered?

The Ankler is headquartered in Los Angeles, US.

The Ankler

YC W22

Los Angeles, US · Founded 2022 · 2 employees · 6 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.

Also known as Ankler Media Inc.

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Founders & leadership· Y Combinator alumni (W22)

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

Janice Min CEO and FounderJanice Min is the CEO and editor in chief of Ankler Media, which produces newsletters, podcasts, and events focused on the entertainment industry.

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

Investors · 6

Imagination Capitallisted by Imagination CapitalNew York · $100K – $150K

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Pioneerlisted by PioneerToronto, Ontario

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Y Combinatorlisted by Y CombinatorSan Francisco · $500K

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Electric CapitalreportedPalo Alto · $1M – $20M

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Filkor CapitalreportedChicago

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Goodwater CapitalreportedBurlingame · $5M – $50M

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Funding

SEC filings, press & company announcements

Undisclosed amountseedJun 2022
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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, Pioneer, Y Combinator, Electric Capital, Filkor Capital, Goodwater Capital.
Where is The Ankler headquartered?: The Ankler is headquartered in Los Angeles, US.