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The Arena Group Reports Third Quarter 2023 Financial Results; Advances Bridge Media Acquisition

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Tuesday, November 14, 2023
Marketing, Communications, Social Media, Content Marketing, Media, Publishing, Webcast, EBITDA, Simplification, Pageview, Three Months, Acquisition, Arena, NYSE, Balance sheet, TheStreet, Job Creators Network, Parade, Sports Illustrated, Accounting, Ecosystem, OTT, Advertising, Parade Media, Travel, Social media, Digital, Adjustment, Comscore, CTV, Marlo Anderson, HubPages, Growth, OTA, Liquidity, Lifestyle, Environment, Mountaineering, Google Analytics, Cryptocurrency, Video game, Music, Film industry, Beauty salon, Bookkeeping, Management, Bank, Entertainment, Sport

Additionally, subsequent to the end of the third quarter, on November 6, 2023, The Arena Group announced that it signed a definitive agreement to combine with Bridge Media Networks (the “Proposed Transaction”).

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  • Additionally, subsequent to the end of the third quarter, on November 6, 2023, The Arena Group announced that it signed a definitive agreement to combine with Bridge Media Networks (the “Proposed Transaction”).
  • The Arena Group intends to use a portion of the cash proceeds to reduce its debt by $26 million from current levels.
  • Revenue increased 11% to $63.4 million compared to $57.3 million in the prior year quarter.
  • For additional information regarding non-GAAP financial measures, see “Use of Non-GAAP Financial Measures” and “Net Loss to Adjusted EBITDA Reconciliation” below.

BuzzFeed Studios And Acast Launch New Podcast, “I Know That’s Right” Presented By HuffPost

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Friday, November 3, 2023
Other Communications, Other Entertainment, Publishing, Public Relations, Investor Relations, Marketing, Media, Advertising, Communications, Apps, Applications, Other Technology, Mobile, Wireless, Entertainment, Software, Social Media, Networks, Search Engine Optimization, Search Engine Marketing, Internet, Blogging, Consumer Electronics, General Entertainment, Technology, Women, Podcast, Audio, Video, Consumer, Google Podcasts, BZFD, Job Creators Network, Apple Podcasts, SVP, Human, News, HuffPost, Amazon Music, Culture, Partnership, I Know, Music, Acast, Spotify, BuzzFeed

BuzzFeed, Inc. (NASDAQ: BZFD), a premier digital media company, and Acast, the world’s largest independent podcast company, are partnering to debut a new podcast series titled I Know That’s Right .

Key Points: 
  • BuzzFeed, Inc. (NASDAQ: BZFD), a premier digital media company, and Acast, the world’s largest independent podcast company, are partnering to debut a new podcast series titled I Know That’s Right .
  • The weekly show, presented by HuffPost, the award-winning digital news organization and hosted by HuffPost’s Senior Culture Reporter Taryn Finley, provides a weekly rundown of the latest in culture, entertainment and trending conversations.
  • “BuzzFeed Studios and HuffPost are thrilled to spotlight Taryn Finley’s unique takes on pop culture and the internet with our new podcast, I Know That’s Right,” said Paul Ricci, head of unscripted for BuzzFeed Studios.
  • Acast will make I Know That’s Right widely accessible to listeners by distributing it across all podcast platforms, including Apple Podcasts, Spotify, Amazon Music, Google Podcasts, and wherever else audiences get their podcasts.

The Arena Group Names Katie Kulik as Chief Revenue Officer to Drive Growth and Innovation

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Thursday, November 2, 2023
Marketing, Advertising, Digital Marketing, Communications, Content Marketing, Media, Publishing, Sale, Canadian Tire money, NYSE, Job Creators Network, CNET, Parent, Paramount Global, Surfing, Journal, Multimedia, Arena, Katie, Criteo, Red Ventures, CBS, Parental leave, TheStreet, HubPages, Sports Illustrated, Sport, Video game, Powder

View the full release here: https://www.businesswire.com/news/home/20231102855928/en/

Key Points: 
  • View the full release here: https://www.businesswire.com/news/home/20231102855928/en/
    Katie Kulik, new Chief Revenue Officer of The Arena Group (Photo: Business Wire)
    “We’re thrilled to welcome Katie Kulik as our new Chief Revenue Officer,” said Ross Levinsohn, Chairman and Chief Executive Officer of The Arena Group.
  • After completing the sale, she was named Chief Revenue Officer of CNET Media Group, a Red Ventures Company.
  • "As the Chief Revenue Officer of The Arena Group, I am thrilled to embark on a journey that will elevate our media revenue to new heights," stated Katie Kulik.
  • Despite a difficult macroeconomic environment, The Arena Group delivered impressive results in Q2 2023, with revenue growth, improved CPMs, and stable operating expenses.

New Poll: Popularity of Free Market Credit Card Reform Among Small Businesses is High

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Monday, October 16, 2023
Quotient, Small business, Main Street, Credit card, Competition, Attention, Job Creators Network, Policy, Online shopping

The Small Business Intelligence Quotient (SBIQ), an index tracking overall sentiment about the economy, increased by 2.1 points to 54.6.

Key Points: 
  • The Small Business Intelligence Quotient (SBIQ), an index tracking overall sentiment about the economy, increased by 2.1 points to 54.6.
  • Small business owners remain uneasy about the economy with inflation remaining one of the top two concerns for 48 percent of respondents.
  • Additionally, Main Street is supportive of legislative efforts that would rein-in run-away credit card "swipe fees" that are plaguing small businesses.
  • And according to our polling, free market credit card reform to lower 'swipe fees' is one policy that has caught their attention.

BuzzFeed Studios And Acast Launch New Podcast, “Am I Doing It Wrong?” Presented By HuffPost

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Monday, September 18, 2023
Technology, Online, Digital Marketing, Podcast, Consumer, Publishing, Entertainment, Marketing, Advertising, Communications, Media, Consulting, Professional Services, Other Education, Social Media, Search Engine Optimization, Search Engine Marketing, Education, Internet, Other Consumer, Amazon Music, Partnership, HuffPost, BZFD, SVP, Apple Podcasts, Google Podcasts, Job Creators Network, Bite Club, Film industry, Music, Acast, Spotify, BuzzFeed

BuzzFeed, Inc. (NASDAQ: BZFD), a premier digital media company, and Acast, the world’s largest independent podcast company, are partnering to debut a new podcast series titled Am I Doing It Wrong?

Key Points: 
  • BuzzFeed, Inc. (NASDAQ: BZFD), a premier digital media company, and Acast, the world’s largest independent podcast company, are partnering to debut a new podcast series titled Am I Doing It Wrong?
  • The weekly show, presented by HuffPost, the award-winning digital news organization and hosted by HuffPost’s Raj Punjabi and Noah Michelson, explores the all-too-human anxieties we have about trying to get our lives right.
  • By the end of each episode, you’ll be wiser, less worried and more equipped to do every day a little better.
  • widely accessible to listeners by distributing it across all podcast platforms, including Apple Podcasts, Spotify, Amazon Music, Google Podcasts, and wherever else audiences get their podcasts.

The Arena Group Launches ‘Arena Creator Network:’ A Creator-Led Cultural Content Hub Powered by Iconic Brands for Unmatched Social Branded Opportunities

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Thursday, September 7, 2023
Software, Social Media, Media, Marketing, Advertising, Communications, Technology, Apps, Applications, Sport, Media Group, Partnership, Food, Travel, Senior, Formula One, Job Creators Network, Culture, ACN, OTT, Human, Google Analytics, Esports, Arena, Movement, YouTube Next Lab and Audience Development Group, Comscore, TheStreet, Journal, F1, Editorial, Sports Illustrated, Growth, Entertainment, Management, Video game

The programs deliver smart targeting through audience and interest matchmaking that is cost-efficient and effective, equipping brands to reach millions of consumers.

Key Points: 
  • The programs deliver smart targeting through audience and interest matchmaking that is cost-efficient and effective, equipping brands to reach millions of consumers.
  • Parade grew social referrals by 161% year over year from last year to this year, according to The Arena Group’s internal data.
  • The result is deeper through line, social-first content that will inform editorial coverage from our iconic brands.
  • It’s really a modern, creative media solution, built with purpose,” said Lindsay Calabrese, General Manager of Creator Network at The Arena Group.

Thinkific Debuts Automated Sales Tax Solution for Creators Powered by Stripe

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Thursday, August 17, 2023
Marketing, Tax, Toys "R" Us Canada, Creator, Job Creators Network, Sale, US, Confusion, TSX, Growth, Stripe, ROI, Commerce, Life insurance, Video game, Online shopping

Thinkific will be one of  the first platforms globally to deploy the solution which is powered by industry-leading financial infrastructure platform Stripe and designed to streamline the sales tax process for Creators using Thinkific Payments.

Key Points: 
  • Thinkific will be one of  the first platforms globally to deploy the solution which is powered by industry-leading financial infrastructure platform Stripe and designed to streamline the sales tax process for Creators using Thinkific Payments.
  • "Our Sales Tax Solution has been designed to take the complexity and confusion associated with taxes completely off our Creators' plates," said Greg Smith, CEO of Thinkific.
  • "Navigating sales tax remittance across multiple jurisdictions can be very complicated and time-consuming, which is why we've partnered with Stripe to offer an automated solution that seamlessly handles all aspects of tax compliance.
  • The automated tax solution is now live for all Thinkific Payments customers and applies to sales in the USA and Canada.

Emergent Media Announces Creator Network Program

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Wednesday, August 9, 2023
UCF Center for Emerging Media, Original programming, In Tuned Out - Live '93, Job Creators Network, Emergent, Golden, Single-serving site, Hype, UGC, Surfing, Hunger, Hand, BKT, Roaming, Exploration, Creative industries, Music, California Love

EL SEGUNDO, Calif., Aug. 9, 2023 /PRNewswire/ -- Today, Emergent Media announced the launch of its Creator Program which is geared towards increasing the company's mix of original content while also scaling creator-led editorial output across Emergent's family of brands, including Paradise, SHLTR, Golden State, Cabinfeed, Surfers and California Love. Emergent Media has already on-boarded its first wave of highly talented creator-partners and is in the process of tripling the size of its creator network roster by year end. In addition to contributing video and photo assets for use in Emergent-owned editorial properties, creators representing a variety of backgrounds and styles will be collaborating with the Emergent studio team to deliver assignments for various Emergent-owned and branded content projects.

Key Points: 
  • Emergent Media has already on-boarded its first wave of highly talented creator-partners and is in the process of tripling the size of its creator network roster by year end.
  • The Creator Program increases Emergent Media's mix of original content while also scaling creator-led editorial output.
  • This network of visual storytellers represents the essence of Emergent's "Modern Explorer" audience.
  • Emergent is already tapping into its Creator Network to fuel several of its original, social-first series.

ConvertKit Launches The Creator Network to Help Fuel Newsletter Growth

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Friday, June 9, 2023
Job Creators Network, Acquisition, The New York Times, Microsoft Partner Network, Sponsor, Music, Creative industries

BOISE, Idaho, June 9, 2023 /PRNewswire-PRWeb/ -- Today, ConvertKit, a marketing platform built to help creators make a living, announced the launch of The Creator Network. The standout feature of the product is its ability to help creators discover and recommend others whose content aligns with their own. By building partnerships with like-minded creators, users can tap into new audiences and grow their lists faster than ever before without a lot of effort.

Key Points: 
  • BOISE, Idaho, June 9, 2023 /PRNewswire-PRWeb/ -- Today, ConvertKit, a marketing platform built to help creators make a living, announced the launch of The Creator Network .
  • In its early release, the Creator Network is already helping creators accelerate their list growth and take their businesses to the next level.
  • Creators can join the Creator Network by signing up with their paid ConvertKit account or starting a free 14-day trial .
  • By launching the Creator Network, ConvertKit is making it easier than ever for creators to collaborate, share knowledge, and achieve greater success.

Job Creators Network Launches “Main Street Matters” Podcast on the Salem Podcast Network

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Wednesday, June 7, 2023
Human Resources, Entertainment, Religion, Communications, Professional Services, Business, Small Business, Social Media, Consumer, Podcast, Sentinel, Central Florida, Fox News, Pomona College, The Orange County Register, University, Small business, Media Group, Sentinel (comics), Los Angeles Daily News, Triton Digital, Marketing, The Wall Street Journal, Salem Media Group, Policy, C-SPAN, Communications manager, Public policy, Human, American Dream, MBA, Multimedia, Economics, Job Creators Network, CNN, White, U.S. News & World Report, Government, Congress, CNBC, Business administration, Entrepreneurship, Fortune 500, Op-ed, JCN, Radio, Orlando Sentinel, Chrysler, USA Today, News, Television, Management, Creative industries, Washington Examiner, Townhall

Salem Media Group , Inc. (NASDAQ: SALM) announced today that the "Main Street Matters” podcast, produced by Job Creators Network, will join the Salem Podcast Network, effective June 7, 2023.

Key Points: 
  • Salem Media Group , Inc. (NASDAQ: SALM) announced today that the "Main Street Matters” podcast, produced by Job Creators Network, will join the Salem Podcast Network, effective June 7, 2023.
  • The podcast will be co-hosted by Alfredo Ortiz, President and CEO of Job Creators Network, and Elaine Parker, President of Job Creators Network Foundation.
  • “‘Main Street Matters’ will elevate the concerns of small business job creators and promote the positive American vision of entrepreneurship.
  • “Job Creators Network is excited to tell their stories in the new podcast, ‘Main Street Matters’, to build public support for policies that help them flourish.