Pandora Media Overview
- Year Founded
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2000
- Status
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Acquired/Merged
- Employees
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1,938
- Latest Deal Type
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M&A
- Latest Deal Amount
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$3.5B
- Investors
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1
Pandora Media General Information
Description
Operator of online music streaming based in Oakland, California. The company's platform offers a personalized listening experience to discover new music based on their preference and listening history also provides various features such as playlist creation, radio stations based on artists and the ability to share music with friends.
Contact Information
Website
www.pandora.com(Operating Subsidiary)
Corporate Office
- 2100 Franklin Street
- Suite 700
- Oakland, CA 94612
- United States
Corporate Office
- 2100 Franklin Street
- Suite 700
- Oakland, CA 94612
- United States
Pandora Media Valuation & Funding
| Deal Type | Date | Amount | Raised to Date | Post-Val | Status | Stage |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 14. Merger/Acquisition | 01-Feb-2019 | $3.5B | Completed | Generating Revenue | ||
| 13. PIPE | 22-Sep-2017 | Completed | Generating Revenue | |||
| 12. PIPE | 09-Jun-2017 | Cancelled | Generating Revenue | |||
| 11. PIPE | 16-May-2016 | Completed | Generating Revenue | |||
| 10. PIPE | 02-Dec-2015 | Completed | Generating Revenue | |||
| 9. 2PO | 18-Sep-2013 | Completed | Generating Revenue | |||
| 8. IPO | 15-Jun-2011 | Completed | Generating Revenue | |||
| 7. Later Stage VC (Series G) | 01-May-2010 | Completed | Generating Revenue | |||
| 6. Later Stage VC (Series F) | 01-Oct-2009 | $35.5M | $97.4M | Completed | Generating Revenue | |
| 5. Later Stage VC (Series E) | 10-Jul-2009 | $24.7M | $61.9M | Completed | Generating Revenue |
Pandora Media Cap Table
| Stock | # of Shares Authorized |
Par Value | Dividend Rate (%) | Original Issue Price |
Liquidation | Liquidation Pref. Multiple |
Conversion Price | % Owned |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Series G | ||||||||
| Series F | ||||||||
| Series E | ||||||||
| Series D | ||||||||
| Series C | ||||||||
| Series B | 24,859,899 | $0.03 | $0.38 | $0.38 | $0.38 | 16.3% | ||
| Series A | 375,000 | $4 | $4 | $4 | 0.25% |
Pandora Media Comparisons
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Pandora Media Competitors (6)
One of Pandora Media’s 6 competitors is CÜR Media, a Formerly VC-backed company based in Glastonbury, CT.
| Company Name | Financing Status | Location | Employees | Total Raised | Last Financing Date/Type | Last Financing Amount |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| CÜR Media | Formerly VC-backed | Glastonbury, CT | ||||
| Cumulus Media | Formerly VC-backed | Atlanta, GA | ||||
| Sirius XM Holdings | Corporate Backed or Acquired | New York, NY | ||||
| Slacker Radio | Formerly VC-backed | San Diego, CA | ||||
| 8tracks | Formerly VC-backed | San Francisco, CA |
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Pandora Media Patents
Pandora Media Recent Patent Activity
| Publication ID | Patent Title | Status | First Filing Date | Technology (CPC) | Citations |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| US-20200301963-A1 | Mode-based recommendations in streaming music | Inactive | 18-Mar-2019 | ||
| US-20200007917-A1 | Cold-start podcast recommendations | Active | 28-Jun-2018 | ||
| US-10945012-B2 | Cold-start podcast recommendations | Active | 28-Jun-2018 | ||
| US-11903456-B2 | Flat bracelet clip | Active | 11-May-2018 | ||
| US-11089370-B1 | Delivering artist messages to listeners based on predicted responses | Active | 17-Jul-2017 | H04N21/4666 |
Pandora Media Signals
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Pandora Media Former Investors (29)
| Investor Name | Investor Type | Holding | Investor Since | Participating Rounds |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Allen & Company. | Investment Bank | Minority | ||
| Baring Private Equity Partners España | PE/Buyout | Minority | ||
| Comerica Bank | Corporation | Minority | ||
| Corvex Management | Hedge Fund | Minority | ||
| Crosslink Capital | Venture Capital | Minority |
Pandora Media Investments & Acquisitions (6)
Pandora Media’s most recent deal was a Merger/Acquisition with AdsWizz for . The deal was made on 29-May-2018.
| Company Name | Deal Date | Deal Type | Deal Size | Industry | Lead Partner |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| AdsWizz | 29-May-2018 | Merger/Acquisition | Media and Information Services (B2B) | ||
| Rdio | 23-Dec-2015 | Merger/Acquisition | Application Software | ||
| Rdio (Technology and Intellectual Property Assets) | 23-Dec-2015 | Corporate Asset Purchase | Buildings and Property | ||
| Ticketfly | 02-Nov-2015 | Merger/Acquisition | Social/Platform Software | ||
| Next Big Sound | 20-May-2015 | Merger/Acquisition | Business/Productivity Software |
Pandora Media ESG
Risk Overview
Risk Rating
Updated May, 31, 2024
16.01 | Low Risk
Risk Scale
A lower score indicates better sustainability
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0-10
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10-20
Med
20-30
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30-40
Severe
40+
Exposure
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Management
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Peers Analysis
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Pandora Media Affiliates
Subsidiaries (1)
| Name | Industry | Location | Year Founded |
|---|---|---|---|
| AdsWizz | San Mateo, CA | 2008 |
Pandora Media FAQs
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When was Pandora Media founded?
Pandora Media was founded in 2000.
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Where is Pandora Media headquartered?
Pandora Media is headquartered in Oakland, CA.
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What is the size of Pandora Media?
Pandora Media has 1,938 total employees.
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What industry is Pandora Media in?
Pandora Media’s primary industry is Broadcasting, Radio and Television.
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Is Pandora Media a private or public company?
Pandora Media is a Private company.
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What is the current valuation of Pandora Media?
The current valuation of Pandora Media is .
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What is Pandora Media’s current revenue?
The current revenue for Pandora Media is .
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How much funding has Pandora Media raised over time?
Pandora Media has raised $1.3B.
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Who are Pandora Media’s investors?
Allen & Company., Baring Private Equity Partners España, Comerica Bank, Corvex Management, and Crosslink Capital are 5 of 29 investors who have invested in Pandora Media.
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Who are Pandora Media’s competitors?
CÜR Media, Cumulus Media, Sirius XM Holdings, Slacker Radio, and 8tracks are some of the 6 competitors of Pandora Media.
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When was Pandora Media acquired?
Pandora Media was acquired on 01-Feb-2019.
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Who acquired Pandora Media?
Pandora Media was acquired by Sirius XM Holdings.
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