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Clearlake Capital-Backed Discovery Education Completes Acquisition of DreamBox Learning

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Thursday, October 12, 2023
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CHARLOTTE, N.C., Oct. 12, 2023 /PRNewswire/ -- Discovery Education, a global education technology company backed by Clearlake Capital Group, L.P. (together with its affiliates, "Clearlake"), today announced the completion of its acquisition of DreamBox Learning®, a PK-12 education technology provider serving more than 6 million students and 600,000 educators nationwide. Financial terms were not disclosed.  

Key Points: 
  • Latest acquisition expands teacher and student access to personalized, adaptive learning experiences in Math and English Language Arts
    CHARLOTTE, N.C., Oct. 12, 2023 /PRNewswire/ -- Discovery Education , a global education technology company backed by Clearlake Capital Group, L.P. (together with its affiliates, "Clearlake"), today announced the completion of its acquisition of DreamBox Learning® , a PK-12 education technology provider serving more than 6 million students and 600,000 educators nationwide.
  • "Discovery Education's acquisition of DreamBox Learning unites two cultures of passion and purpose.
  • The addition of DreamBox Learning to the Discovery Education family of solutions meets this need and offers educators worldwide:
    More options.
  • "The acquisition of DreamBox Learning represents another milestone in Discovery Education's journey by creating innovative classrooms connected to today's world," said James Pade, Partner and Managing Director at Clearlake.

CINEVERSE LAUNCHES THE MAVERICK BLACK CINEMA VOD CHANNEL

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Wednesday, August 30, 2023
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LOS ANGELES, Aug. 30, 2023 /PRNewswire/ -- Cineverse Corp. (NASDAQ: CNVS), a global streaming technology and entertainment company with one of the world's largest portfolios of streaming channels and content libraries, has entered into a new partnership with Maverick Entertainment Group, an independent channel in the US VOD/FAST space offering the best in Black indie cinema, to launch a new VOD channel - Maverick Black Cinema on its flagship streaming service. The deal is a direct reflection of Cineverse's mission to be a curated streaming home for independent film and filmmakers.

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  • LOS ANGELES, Aug. 30, 2023 /PRNewswire/ -- Cineverse Corp. (NASDAQ: CNVS), a global streaming technology and entertainment company with one of the world's largest portfolios of streaming channels and content libraries, has entered into a new partnership with Maverick Entertainment Group, an independent channel in the US VOD/FAST space offering the best in Black indie cinema, to launch a new VOD channel - Maverick Black Cinema on its flagship streaming service .
  • The deal is a direct reflection of Cineverse's mission to be a curated streaming home for independent film and filmmakers.
  • In fact, the Maverick brand, whether its channel or VOD content, is showcased across many of the industry leaders in the space including Samsung TV Plus, Tivo, Pluto TV, Freevee, Sling, and Peacock.
  • Maverick Black Cinema will utilize Cineverse's proprietary Matchpoint technology to provide content recommendations based on real-time feedback from viewers.

Clearlake Capital-Backed Discovery Education to Acquire DreamBox Learning

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Tuesday, August 29, 2023
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CHARLOTTE, N.C., Aug. 29, 2023 /PRNewswire/ -- Discovery Education, a global education technology company backed by Clearlake Capital Group, L.P. (together with its affiliates, "Clearlake"), today announced it has agreed to acquire DreamBox Learning®, a PK-12 education technology provider serving more than 6 million students and 600,000 educators nationwide. DreamBox Learning's current investors Elliott Investment Management L.P. and TPG's The Rise Fund will retain minority stakes in the company. Financial terms were not disclosed. 

Key Points: 
  • CHARLOTTE, N.C., Aug. 29, 2023 /PRNewswire/ -- Discovery Education , a global education technology company backed by Clearlake Capital Group, L.P. (together with its affiliates, "Clearlake"), today announced it has agreed to acquire DreamBox Learning® , a PK-12 education technology provider serving more than 6 million students and 600,000 educators nationwide.
  • "Discovery Education is excited to welcome DreamBox Learning, a brand synonymous with quality, research-based math and reading edtech solutions to our growing family of services," said Discovery Education Chief Executive Officer Jeremy Cowdrey.
  • The addition of DreamBox Learning's intelligent adaptive learning technology to the Discovery Education suite will provide educators and students with more options for engaging, personalized learning experiences across a variety of disciplines.
  • For more information about Discovery Education's award-winning digital resources and professional learning services, visit www.discoveryeducation.com , and stay connected with Discovery Education on social media through Twitter and LinkedIn .

TMB Premieres New Original Comedy Series "Womp & Co." on FailArmy

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Tuesday, January 24, 2023
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LOS ANGELES, Jan. 24, 2023 /PRNewswire/ -- TMB, the leading community-driven entertainment company, today announced the premiere of its new in-house original comedy series, Womp & Co. The series was developed by TMB's Executive Producer, Jovenshire (Smosh Games, Stuff of Legends) and Executive Produced by the Emmy Award-winning VP of TMB's Digital Studio, Dee Austin Robertson (The Happytime Murders). The show premieres this Friday, January 27th at 10 PM ET on TMB's FailArmy streaming channel – a hub for hysterical fail videos. The launch comes on the heels of FailArmy's highest viewership month ever as the comedy brand with over 17 million TikTok followers continues to grow its global audience.

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  • The show premieres this Friday, January 27th at 10 PM ET on TMB's FailArmy streaming channel – a hub for hysterical fail videos.
  • The launch comes on the heels of FailArmy's highest viewership month ever as the comedy brand with over 17 million TikTok followers continues to grow its global audience.
  • "Womp & Co. is unlike anything we've ever done before and I'm thrilled to bring an all-new and original comedy series to FailArmy," said Producer and VP of TMB Digital Studio Dee Austin Robertson.
  • Follow FailArmy on social media for all the latest news and updates about this series.

NICKELODEON AND MATTEL DEBUT SNEAK PEEK AND KEY ART FOR MONSTER HIGH, ALL-NEW ANIMATED SERIES PREMIERING FRIDAY, OCT. 28

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Monday, September 26, 2022
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BURBANK, Calif., Sept. 26, 2022 /PRNewswire/ -- Nickelodeon and Mattel today revealed a sneak peek clip and official key art for the original animated series Monster High, which will premiere in the U.S. on Friday, Oct. 28 at 7:00 p.m. (ET/PT) on Nickelodeon. The comedy-adventure series following the teenage children of famous monsters will also debut in Canada, the UK and Australia later this year on Nickelodeon and Paramount+, and in additional international territories in 2023.

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  • BURBANK, Calif., Sept. 26, 2022 /PRNewswire/ -- Nickelodeon and Mattel today revealed a sneak peek clip and official key art for the original animated series Monster High, which will premiere in the U.S. on Friday, Oct. 28 at 7:00 p.m. (ET/PT) on Nickelodeon.
  • He wants to be a good father but does not always have the necessary tools for the job.
  • Felicia Day (Mystery Science Theater 3000) as Ghoulia Yelps Curious, clever, and with ultra-fast fingers, Ghoulia is a zombie and the top gamer at Monster High.
  • Valeria Rodriquez (The Valley of Tears) as Spectra Vondergeist This ghostly girl makes up for her translucent appearance by being super chatty.

Clearlake Capital-Backed Discovery Education Acquires Pivot Interactives

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Wednesday, August 31, 2022
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CHARLOTTE, N.C., Aug. 31, 2022 /PRNewswire/ -- Discovery Education, a global edtech company backed by Clearlake Capital Group, L.P. (together with its affiliates, "Clearlake"), today announced it has acquired Minneapolis, MN-based Pivot Interactives SBC. Led by a team of science teachers, practitioners, and students, Pivot Interactives develops dynamic cloud-based activities and labs that actively engage students in the authentic exploration of real scientific phenomena. Terms were not disclosed. 

Key Points: 
  • CHARLOTTE, N.C., Aug. 31, 2022 /PRNewswire/ -- Discovery Education ,a global edtech company backed by Clearlake Capital Group, L.P. (together with its affiliates, "Clearlake"), today announced it has acquired Minneapolis, MN-based Pivot Interactives SBC.
  • The acquisition of Pivot Interactives supports Discovery Education's mission to prepare learners for tomorrow by creating innovative classrooms connected to today's world.Pivot Interactives will complement Discovery Education's other successful digital services supporting science education, which include Discovery Education's K-12 platform , Mystery Science , the Science Techbookseries , and STEM Connect.
  • "Discovery Education empowers teachers and inspires students worldwide through digital content delivered on our platform," said Discovery Education Chief Executive Officer Scott Kinney.
  • Under the Discovery Education family of services, Pivot Interactives' award-winning platform will continue innovating to revolutionize science education.

Clearlake Capital-Backed Discovery Education Acquires DoodleLearning

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Tuesday, August 16, 2022
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SILVER SPRING, Md., Aug. 16, 2022 /PRNewswire/ -- Discovery Education—the worldwide edtech leader backed by Clearlake Capital Group, L.P. (together with its affiliates, "Clearlake")—today announced the acquisition of DoodleLearning. The United Kingdom-based DoodleLearning's Math and English Language Arts products create personalized learning experiences that help improve students' academic achievement and confidence. Terms were not disclosed. 

Key Points: 
  • Acquisition Expands Discovery Education's Digital Product Suite in Math and ELA, and Strengthens UK Presence
    SILVER SPRING,Md., Aug. 16, 2022 /PRNewswire/ -- Discovery Education the worldwide edtech leader backed by Clearlake Capital Group, L.P. (together with its affiliates, "Clearlake")today announced the acquisition of DoodleLearning .
  • "Discovery Education is dedicated to creating a best-in-class edtech ecosystem that supports our mission toprepare today's students for future success," said Discovery Education Chief Executive Officer Scott Kinney.
  • "DoodleLearning is excited to join the Discovery Education team," said Tom Minor, Chief Operating Officer, and Co-Founder of DoodleLearning.
  • In October of 2020, Discovery Education acquired Mystery Scienceand in July of 2020, Discovery Education purchased Spiral.

Scener, the Leading Social Streaming Video Service, Strengthens Its Leadership Team to Accelerate Growth and Create New Consumer Experiences

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Wednesday, December 8, 2021
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Baron is also joined by veteran consumer entertainment startup executive and entrepreneur Richard Wolpert, who has come aboard as Executive Chairman.

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  • Baron is also joined by veteran consumer entertainment startup executive and entrepreneur Richard Wolpert, who has come aboard as Executive Chairman.
  • Scener has solved the puzzle of the social viewing experience for streaming services and is uniquely positioned for even more growth ahead, said David Baron, newly-appointed CEO at Scener.
  • Consumers are now demanding both simplicity and social connection in their viewing experiences.
  • These synchronized video playback sessions also featured video and text chat supported by Agora.ios leading real-time voice and video engagement technology.

Mystery Science Theater 3000 Live: Time Bubble Tour Launches With New Host, Emily Connor, On November 2 At Playhouse Square In Cleveland, Oh

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Tuesday, November 2, 2021
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The "Time Bubble Tour," supervised by series creator Joel Hodgson, features the 1985 sci-fi/horror filmMaking Contact,and will star Emily Marsh as Emily Connor, who was hand-picked by Joel to be his successor on the live tour.

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  • The "Time Bubble Tour," supervised by series creator Joel Hodgson, features the 1985 sci-fi/horror filmMaking Contact,and will star Emily Marsh as Emily Connor, who was hand-picked by Joel to be his successor on the live tour.
  • Rounding out the cast are Conor McGiffin as Tom Servo, Nate Begle as Crow, Yvonne Freese as Mega-Synthia/GPC, and Kelsey Brady as Swing Puppeteer.
  • "Emily is inherently funny, and she has great comic timing that makes her perfect as MST3K's next host," Hodgson notes.
  • Fans will be able to ask Emily questions about her career, her love of MST3K and, of course, the new Time Bubble Tour.