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| Company type | Public |
|---|---|
| Nasdaq: DLPN Russell Microcap Index component | |
| Industry | |
| Founded | 1996 |
| Founder | Bill O'Dowd |
| Headquarters | , United States |
| Website | dolphinentertainment |
Dolphin Entertainment, Inc. is an American entertainment marketing and production company that is located in Coral Gables, Florida. It was founded in 1996 by CEO Bill O'Dowd. Dolphin produces children and young-adult-targeted television shows and movies. [1]
The Dolphin Entertainment-produced Nickelodeon television show Zoey 101 was nominated for an "Outstanding Children's Program" Emmy in 2005, with Dolphin's Bill O'Dowd serving as executive producer. [2] In March 2021, Dolphin Entertainment "formed a new division dedicated to designing, producing, releasing and promoting NFTs for the company and its clients, within the film, TV, music, gaming, foods and technology industries." [3] In August 2021, Dolphin Entertainment announced a partnership with West Realm Shire Services, owner and operator of FTX.US, to create an NFT marketplace for major sports and entertainment brands. [4] In March 2022, Dolphin Entertainment entered into a strategic partnership with The Flower Girls, a fine art NFT collection by artist Varvara Alay. [5]
| Company acquired | Date of acquisition | Company notes | References |
|---|---|---|---|
| 42West | March 2017 | public relations and marketing firm | [6] |
| The Door | July 2018 | lifestyle and hospitality public relations, creative branding and marketing services agency | [7] |
| Viewpoint Creative | November 2018 | full-service boutique creative branding and production agency | [8] |
| Shore Fire Media | December 2019 | public relations and media management firm | [9] |
| Be Social | August 2020 | digital influencer marketing firm | [10] |
| B/HI | January 2021 | boutique gaming and e-sports PR firm | [11] |
| Special Projects | October 2023 | talent booking and events firm | [12] |
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