# RoyaltyShare

Startup profile on Capital Atlas: https://capitalatlas.ai/startups/royaltyshare

- Industry: Software
- Headquarters: San Diego, US
- Website: www.royaltyshare.com
- Total disclosed funding: $11M
- Latest round: Series B (Aug 12, 2008)
- Investors on record: 4

## About

RoyaltyShare is a revenue management company that specializes in providing royalty solutions for the music and book publishing industries, enhancing operational efficiency for independent labels and publishers through innovative technology.Founded in San Diego, US, RoyaltyShare offers digital solutions for managing royalties in the music and publishing sectors. The company has undergone strategic pivots to refine its service offerings and now serves over 200 independent labels globally. RoyaltyShare secured USD 0.25 mn in Series B funding on August 12, 2008, from investors including Bertelsmann Capital Ventures, Endeavor Group, and Trident Capital. The firm has completed 5 deals to date, solidifying its position in the marketplace.RoyaltyShare specializes in providing comprehensive revenue management and royalty solutions specifically designed for the music and book publishing industries. Their core offerings include a web-based royalty application that allows independent labels to manage artist and mechanical royalties digitally, streamlining processes through a user-friendly browser interface. By leveraging data and sales integration with The Orchard Workstation, RoyaltyShare serves over 200 independent labels globally, facilitating efficient royalty statements delivery to artists through a secure portal. In addition to their music solutions, RoyaltyShare also offers DigitalAdvantage, an eBook transaction processing solution that assists some of the largest book publishers in managing transaction reports from eBook retailers. This product simplifies the complexities associated with downloading, tracking, and normalizing sales data, ensuring that clients can identify and rectify data errors and price discrepancies efficiently. RoyaltyShare's products are deployed in numerous markets worldwide, catering to a diverse clientele in both the music and publishing sectors.RoyaltyShare generates revenue primarily through subscription-based services that provide their clients with robust royalty management solutions. Clients, including independent music labels and major book publishers, engage in transactions where they subscribe to the platform to access its suite of tools for managing royalties and sales data. Through the RoyaltyShare and DigitalAdvantage offerings, clients benefit from a seamless integration of their sales data, which enhances the accuracy and efficiency of royalty distribution. The firm’s transaction structure suggests a strong B2B focus, with clients relying on RoyaltyShare's technology to streamline their operations. By offering a platform where independent labels and publishers can manage their royalty calculations and reporting, RoyaltyShare solidifies its position within the revenue management space.RoyaltyShare is focused on enhancing its product line with new features and solutions tailored to emerging market needs. The recent Series B financing of USD 0.25 mn will be utilized to accelerate the development and launch of these new products. Additionally, the company is exploring expansion into international markets, aiming to establish a stronger presence in Europe and Asia by the end of 2023. This strategic initiative aims to leverage their existing technology to cater to a broader audience in the global publishing and music industries.

## Funding rounds

- Series B, Aug 12, 2008, $0.3M — Trident Capital, Bertelsmann Capital Ventures, WME Group, LLC
- Series B, Oct 22, 2007, $4M — Trident Capital, Bertelsmann Digital Media Investments
- Series B, Apr 30, 2007, $2M — Trident Capital
- Seed, Jul 1, 2006, $2.5M — Trident Capital
- Series A, Jul 18, 2005, $2.5M — Trident Capital

## Investors

- Trident Capital (https://capitalatlas.ai/funds/trident-capital) — Series A, Seed, Series B
- Bertelsmann Digital Media Investments (https://capitalatlas.ai/funds/bertelsmann-digital-media-investments) — Series B
- Bertelsmann Capital Ventures — Series B
- WME Group, LLC — Series B