Media & Entertainment

The Media and Entertainment (M&E) sector continues to evolve dynamically. Fueled by the convergence of communication and media offerings, new technologies and delivery systems are emerging that offer customized experiences that allow individuals not just to consume information, but to interact with it. As a result, the sector is witnessing a proliferation of new disruptive technologies that are undermining existing business models and bringing forth new opportunities.

Capitalizing on these new opportunities, however, has proven difficult, if not elusive for many M&E companies. Advertising sales have slowed considerably, globalization has brought with it global competition and the new business models – while still a source of excitement – are also still unproven.

To overcome these challenges, companies in the media and entertainment sector must be able to combine their talents at innovation with a solid adherence to business fundamentals. Above all, this means a disciplined focus on building brand loyalty and increasing retention rates among existing customers. By doing this, companies not only have a solid foundation against which to meet global competitors, they also have a business model that allows innovation to serve its proper role as a driver of tomorrow’s revenues.

At the same time, companies must also focus on developing sound operational strategies. As the M&E sector has become increasingly globalized and thus, increasingly complicated, the need for streamlined processes has never been more apparent.

With close to twenty years of experience, Evans & Evans has helped senior executives in every major sector deal effectively with strategic, operational and financial issues. In the M&E sector, we have helped hundreds of companies deal with the unique challenges that this sector brings. Our experience extends to both traditional and new media businesses:

  • Media & film producers and distributors
  • Cable and satellite providers
  • Casino and gaming operators (land-based, internet-based and community)
  • Internet application and service-related providers
  • M&E IT providers
  • Entertainment payroll experts and providers
  • Print media and electronic suppliers.

We have provided extensive corporate finance solutions to both emerging and established M&E companies. Evans & Evans corporate finance team has helped M&E companies structure and execute complex transactions, including IPO’s, M&A’s and private placements. We have also provided valuation, services.

In both our advisory and corporate finance roles, Evans & Evans can help M&E companies achieve their business objectives in a timely and cost-effective manner. If you are in the M&E sector and would like to find out more about how E&E can help your company, please contact us at info@evansevans.com.