ACF Investment Bank, the adviser behind major TV and film company transactions including the sale of Done+Dusted to Endeavor, 72 Films to Fremantle, the securitization of Syco Entertainment’s Got Talent Franchise, the sale of Paddington Bear IP to Studio Canal, and the sale of The Lord of the Rings and The Hobbit IP to Embracer Group is expanding and launching new offices.
As part of this expansion, ACF will be launching a New York City office, headed by ex-Lazard banker, Jason Rejebian who joins from Lazard’s Media & Entertainment team. He will be joining ACF from 1st July to head the new east coast offering.
In tandem with this hire, ACF has promoted Milos Perovic to Director. Perovic in LA.
ACF is also launching a dedicated team focused on early-stage companies, smaller fund raises, consulting advise for growth, and smaller sales opportunities.
“In this rapidly evolving environment, companies must pivot, change, or extend their service offering,” said Thomas Dey, CEO of ACF Investment Bank. “Bringing Jason back to ACF from Lazard to provide a New York presence, launching ACF Growth and promoting Milos to Director demonstrates our commitment to scaling in line with the needs of the industry. In a volatile global economy, we continue to adapt by focusing on execution, agility, and results. Our streamlined process and clear M&A strategy help our clients move quickly and effectively toward their financial objectives, whether buying, selling, or raising capital.”
“I’m thrilled to return to ACF at such a pivotal moment for the media and entertainment industry,” said Jason Rejebian, Managing Director at ACF Investment Bank. “ACF’s entrepreneurial spirit, deep industry relationships, and commitment to execution make it the ideal platform to help clients navigate complex transactions and accelerate growth. I’m excited to help lead this next chapter of expansion in the U.S. and look forward to bringing the experience, relationships, and strategic rigor I’ve developed at Lazard to help drive continued success for our clients.”
Rejebian’s appointment marks a return to ACF where he previously supported landmark transactions, including the sale of rights to The Lord of the Rings and representing Black Mirror creator Charlie Brooker and Annabel Jones in the sale of Broke and Bones to Netflix.
He also advised Nordic Entertainment Group on the sale of twelve television production and events businesses to Fremantle, IAC on the sale of Electus and Artists First to Propagate Content, and Plimsoll Productions on their investment from Lloyd’s Development Capital.
ACF also announced that it has promoted Milos Perovic to Director. In his new role as Director, he will also be head of ACF’s training and manage team resources, helping to ensure the continued development of talent across the firm.
This promotion reflects his role in several of ACF’s recent landmark transactions, including the sale of See-Saw Films to Mediawan, FRC’s investment in Range Media Partners, and the recent closing of a confidential nine-figure deal.
“I’m honored to have been promoted to the role of Director. I’m incredibly grateful for the support and mentorship I’ve received along the way,” said Milos Perovic, Director at ACF Investment Bank. “I look forward to working with Thomas and Jason as we continue to expand ACF USA and build ACF Growth.”
ACF has launched ACF Growth, a new service designed to support smaller emerging market media and entertainment companies seeking guidance on fundraising, acquisitions, and exit strategies.
To lead this initiative, and to further broaden the international footprint, a new team in the UK will be headed by Antony Fraser. This team will provide strategic advice, M&A, and fundraising services to emerging media and entertainment companies. The initiative is designed to support small to mid-sized businesses in achieving international scale and maximizing their value growth potential.
“ACF Growth is specifically designed to meet the needs of the evolving media and entertainment market,” added Antony Fraser. “We see a tremendous opportunity to support ambitious entrepreneurs with the tools and insight they need to scale or sell.”
After 13 years in the US, Richard Gray will be heading back to the UK to focus on large UK and European opportunities.
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