Versant Media

CNBC is building for the audience of today and tomorrow. That means showing up everywhere they are — across platforms, products, and experiences — with content that delivers real value. As KC Sullivan put it at our inaugural Investor Day, CNBC wants to “super-serve” their audience wherever and whenever they turn to them.   As a powerful and essential global brand, CNBC will continue developing strategic partnerships — including their newly announced collaboration with Kalshi, the leading predictions-market platform — to enhance their editorial coverage, accelerate growth, and expand their platforms to meet broader consumer needs and interests.   All to better inform, empower, and serve their audience. View the full presentation of our Investor Day and explore related materials here: https://lnkd.in/eTXs-drX

During our inaugural Investor Day, we outlined how VERSANT is positioned for long-term success through the strength of our brands, our focus on innovation, and disciplined investment strategy. We’re entering an ambitious new chapter, and we’re proud of what our teams are building. View the full presentation and explore related materials here: https://lnkd.in/eTXs-drX

Today, at our Inaugural Investor Day, VERSANT leadership will share the vision for the future as we begin our journey as an independent company in January. VERSANT operates in four large, growing, and dynamic markets — Business News & Personal Finance, Political News & Opinion, Golf & Athletics Participation, and Sports & Genre Entertainment — each anchored in iconic, beloved brands, a passionate audience, financial scale, and powerful digital platforms. Today, our senior leaders will outline a robust strategy of forward-looking initiatives designed to:  ✅ Strengthen our core businesses  ✅ Expand audiences and the reach of our platforms  ✅ Scale through global growth  ✅ Introduce new platforms and technology Watch the livestream, beginning at 1pm ET, here: https://lnkd.in/eUegG9aj

I’m excited to join LinkedIn at a pivotal moment for Versant Media. Our name says a lot about who we are — an industry-changing media company that’s audience-first and adaptable. We’re building something that goes beyond traditional media and brings our iconic brands to life in new ways. Over the past few months, we’ve been busy laying the groundwork: the launches of MS NOW and USA Sports, new leaders joining the team, and growth across our sports and entertainment properties, including new partnerships with the WNBA and LOVB. We’re unlocking the power of our brands with great momentum. Being a part of VERSANT means embracing an entrepreneurial and innovative spirit. We will continue taking smart risks and thinking differently. I’m looking forward to sharing more about what’s ahead, including our Investor Day on December 4 and using this space to engage our audiences with important news and perspectives from our team.

Congratulations to Will McIntosh and Cameron Douglas on being recognized among Media Play News’ "40 Most Important People in Streaming” for 2025.    Read more here: https://lnkd.in/gUfnRRuZ

Our new corporate home and flagship destination for everything VERSANT - VersantMedia.com - is officially LIVE!    This site highlights our portfolio of iconic brands, the leaders driving our vision forward, our community impact, and the many opportunities for future colleagues to join our growing team.   VersantMedia.com reflects the same innovation and transparency that define our business. It’s built to evolve alongside us — a living expression of our values: Trust, Transparency, and Teamwork.   We’re proud of the collaboration and creativity that brought this to life, and we can’t wait for you to explore it.   Visit VersantMedia.com to see how we’re sharing the VERSANT story with the world.

Building on the momentum of USA Sports’ launch, we’re thrilled to announce our first media rights partnership as a new division: a five-year deal with the new Pac-12 Conference, beginning in the 2026–27 season.   "Our partnership further establishes USA Network as a destination for all sports fans,” says President of USA Sports, Matthew Hong. USA Network will air more than 80 games annually — including 22 football games, 50 men’s basketball games, and 5–10 women’s basketball games — plus the Pac-12 Men’s Basketball Tournament leading up to the championship game. Tune in for kickoffs and tip-offs starting next fall, and read the announcement here: https://lnkd.in/e5JCBd4V

Introducing USA Sports, the new brand and division for VERSANT’s sports portfolio across USA Network and Golf Channel.   In 2026, USA Sports will deliver more than 10,000 hours of live events, studio programming, and original content across USA Network, Golf Channel, and CNBC, including nearly 1,000 hours dedicated to women’s sports.   From NASCAR, the PGA TOUR, and Premier League to WWE, WNBA, LPGA Tour, USGA, R&A, PGA of America, Atlantic 10 Basketball, DP World Tour, Augusta National Golf Club, College Golf, and League One Volleyball (LOVB), USA Sports brings the biggest events to fans throughout the year.   Built on USA Network’s legacy in sports and designed for what’s next, USA Sports connects audiences to the moments that matter most across the sports landscape.   Read more here: https://lnkd.in/eYhesiZZ