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Kroll’s Transaction Advisory Services Team Advised Fixated LLC on Its Acquisition of Studio71 US from ProSiebenSat.1 Media SE
On April 16, 2026, Fixated LLC acquired Studio71 US from ProSiebenSat.1 Media SE
Kroll’s Transaction Advisory Services served as buy-side advisor providing financial and tax due diligence in connection with the transaction.
About Fixated
Founded in 2023 by Zach Katz and Jason Wilhelm, Fixated is a Los Angeles–based digital talent management and content company. The company is positioned as a “full-service creator platform,” combining talent management, content production, distribution, and monetization infrastructure. Its platform includes a large distribution network of micro-creators generating billions of monthly views, as well as in-house production and brand partnership capabilities designed to help creators scale into sustainable businesses.
About Studio71 US
Founded in 2011 and headquartered in Beverly Hills, CA, Studio71 US is a global digital media and entertainment company with significant operations in the United States and Canada. The company manages a network of thousands of digital creators across platforms such as YouTube, TikTok, Instagram, and podcasting platforms. Studio71 US produces and distributes original content, develops influencer marketing campaigns, and partners with brands to deliver targeted digital advertising solutions. Its business model combines content production, creator monetization, and media distribution at scale.
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