Better Collective Acquires Playmaker HQ
July 3, 2023
Better Collective has acquired South Florida–based sports and entertainment media platform Playmaker HQ for up to $54.0 million (including a $15.0 million upfront cash payment and performance-based earnouts). The acquisition expands Better Collective’s social media presence, content production capabilities and advertiser sponsorship monetization by adding Playmaker’s creator talent, large social following and U.S. distribution reach.
- Buyers
- Better Collective
- Targets
- Playmaker HQ
- Industry
- Media & Entertainment
- Location
- Florida, United States
- Transaction Type
- Buyout
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