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Stampede Ventures

Stampede Ventures is an independent studio producing franchise-first film and television alongside kids content companies HappyNest and Hidden Pigeon...

Stampede Ventures

Stampede Ventures is an independent entertainment media company based in West Hollywood, California. Founded in 2017, it produces films and television series, including scripted and unscripted content. The company also develops content for kids and families through its multiplatform content companies.

General information

Firm type

Venture Capital

Year founded

AUM

Undisclosed

Location

Region

North America

Country

United States

City

New York

Corporate office

New York, Burbank, Dallas, Belvedere Tiburon, United States

Additional offices

Burbank · Dallas · Belvedere Tiburon

Sector focus

Media & Entertainment

Frequently asked questions

What does Stampede Ventures produce?

Stampede creates live-action feature films, scripted and unscripted television series, and kids and family content. Its film slate includes 'Motor City,' 'K-Pops,' and 'The Fisherwoman.' Television projects range from the drama 'The Darkness' to the comedy 'Gold Diggers.' The firm builds children's IP through two subsidiaries: Hidden Pigeon Company, which adapts Mo Willems' book catalog, and HappyNest, a creator-driven original content incubator.

Is Stampede Ventures a venture capital firm?

No. Stampede is an independent entertainment content company. It does not describe itself as a venture capital firm or family office. It operates primarily as a production entity across film and television, with subsidiary companies focused on children's intellectual property.

Who runs Stampede Ventures?

The firm has not publicly disclosed a named founder, CEO, or investment committee. Its website and press coverage from May 2024 highlight the hiring of Anna Berthold-Zuk as EVP of Animation and Kids & Family, but no other leadership names appear in the available materials.

What are Hidden Pigeon Company and HappyNest?

Both are Stampede subsidiaries focused on children's and family content. Hidden Pigeon Company is a multiplatform company built on the intellectual property of author Mo Willems. HappyNest is a creator-driven content company that develops new original IP. In May 2024, HappyNest partnered with Paris Hilton's 11:11 Media and 9 Story Media Group on the animated series 'Paris & Pups' (per Deadline, May 2024).

Where does Stampede Ventures operate?

The company lists four office locations: New York, Burbank, Dallas, and Belvedere Tiburon. Its productions are global in scope, with announced projects set in Seoul, Australia, and the American Midwest.

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