The Firm is representing KKR in connection with its proposed acquisition of RBmedia. Financial details of the transaction were not disclosed.
RBmedia is a global leader in spoken audio content and digital media distribution technology that reaches millions of consumers-at home, in the car and wherever their mobile devices take them. RBmedia produces exclusive titles and delivers the finest digital content-including audiobooks, streaming video, educational courses, entertainment titles and much more. Headquartered in Landover, Maryland, RBmedia comprises an ever-expanding group of the best brands in spoken audio content and digital media distribution technology.
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