Portfolio Companies
4MNTN
Connected-TV ad tech platform that owns Ryan Reynolds' creative agency raises $119M in funding.
Raken
Raken raises $10M for field management software platform serving construction sites
HAAWK
HAAWK raises $2.5M and acquires digital music aggregator Dart Music
Mobcrush
VCs backing Mobcrush, a mobile gameplay streaming platform
Recent Articles
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5/16/2026
MNTN - 2026 Funding Rounds & List of Investors - Tracxn
Tracxn provides detailed information on MNTN's funding rounds and investor list as of 2026, offering insights into the company's financial backing and growth trajectory.
5/15/2026
JazzHR - 2026 Funding Rounds & List of Investors - Tracxn
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4/27/2026
MNTN, Connected-TV Ad Tech Firm That Owns Ryan Reynold’s Creative Agency, Raises $119 Million - Variety
MNTN, a Connected-TV advertising technology company that owns Ryan Reynolds' creative agency, has raised $119 million in new funding, signaling strong investor confidence in the CTV ad space.
2/1/2022
Raken Raises $10 Million to Bring Streamlined Field Management to Every Construction Site - PR Newswire
Raken has raised $10 million in funding to expand its streamlined field management solutions to construction sites everywhere, aiming to improve efficiency and productivity across the industry.
6/5/2018
L.A. venture capitalists light Bonfire Ventures with $60 million fund - The Business Journals
Los Angeles-based venture capitalists have launched Bonfire Ventures, backed by a $60 million fund, signaling continued investment activity in the L.A. startup ecosystem.
1/29/2018
Fast-growing startup HAAWK buys TuneRegistry and RoyaltyClaim - Music Business Worldwide
Fast-growing music tech startup HAAWK has acquired both TuneRegistry and RoyaltyClaim, expanding its footprint in the music rights and royalty management space.
12/13/2017
How Los Angeles Earned The Name Silicon Beach - Crunchbase News
This article explores how Los Angeles developed its tech hub identity, earning the nickname 'Silicon Beach' as startups and tech companies flocked to the coastal city.
10/27/2017
Andelman and Mullen, VC Vets, Announce New Venture - Los Angeles Business Journal
Veteran venture capitalists Andelman and Mullen have announced a new venture, as reported by the Los Angeles Business Journal. The experienced VC duo is launching a fresh initiative in the Los Angeles business landscape.
10/6/2017
The Money Book: Jim Andelman - Los Angeles Business Journal
The Los Angeles Business Journal features Jim Andelman in 'The Money Book,' offering insights into his financial perspectives and business experience in the Los Angeles area.
9/28/2017
Startup HAAWK raises $2.5m and acquires digital music aggregator Dart Music - Music Business Worldwide
Music startup HAAWK has raised $2.5 million in funding and acquired digital music aggregator Dart Music, signaling growth ambitions in the digital music distribution space.
9/21/2017
A male venture capitalist mansplains how women can fix sexism in tech - qz.com
A male venture capitalist offers unsolicited advice on how women should address sexism in the tech industry, drawing criticism for mansplaining a problem that predominantly affects women.
1/5/2017
VCs develop Mobcrush on streaming mobile gameplay - The Business Journals
Venture capitalists are backing Mobcrush, a platform focused on streaming mobile gameplay, signaling growing investor interest in the mobile gaming and live streaming market.
9/1/2015
Yes, Investors Make Decisions Based On What Other People Are Saying About You - Business Insider
Investors rely heavily on word-of-mouth and third-party opinions when evaluating potential investments. Reputation and social proof play a critical role in funding decisions, highlighting the importance of building a strong public image.
7/26/2010
Investment Signals
14Venture capitalists see opportunity in mobile gameplay streaming as an emerging content and entertainment category.
VCs are investing in Mobcrush, a mobile gaming streaming platform, signaling confidence in the live streaming and mobile entertainment space.
Bonfire Ventures launched a $60 million fund in Los Angeles, indicating active VC deployment in the region with potential focus across technology sectors.
Los Angeles has developed a significant tech ecosystem earning the nickname 'Silicon Beach', indicating a growing regional hub for tech startups and ventures beyond traditional Silicon Valley.
Market consolidation in music royalty management and intellectual property tracking, suggesting investor interest in fintech solutions for rights management and royalty processing.
HAAWK, a fast-growing startup, is acquiring TuneRegistry and RoyaltyClaim, signaling consolidation in the music royalty management and blockchain-based rights tracking space.
Writer has completed funding rounds in 2026, indicating active capital raising and investor interest in the AI company.
The combination of connected-TV ad tech with integrated creative agency services represents a converged model gaining investor attention in the advertising technology market.
MNTN, a connected-TV ad tech platform that also owns Ryan Reynolds' creative agency, raised $119 million in funding, indicating significant investment in the programmatic advertising and creative services space.
HAAWK acquired digital music aggregator Dart Music, showing consolidation strategy in music tech sector.
HAAWK raised $2.5M in funding, indicating investor confidence in music technology/aggregation platforms.
There is market demand for streamlined field management software solutions in the construction industry.
Raken raised $10 million in funding to expand its field management software platform for construction sites.
Experienced VC veterans Andelman and Mullen are announcing a new venture, signaling active capital deployment in the market.