Celebrating a Progressive Heritage
CEA was founded in 1973 as a boutique investment bank and broker to the US cable television industry. Over the years, the company has grown steadily, expanding into new business areas and new regions of the world.
- Early 1980s—CEA diversifies into broadcast television and radio, outdoor advertising and entertainment
- Mid 1980s—CEA expands into Europe and Asia
- 1991—CEA moves into new media and communications technology
- 1993—CEA adds its first private equity fund with Baring Venture Partners
- Since 1993—CEA develops 10 private equity funds with over $1.15 billion in capital with funds invested exclusively in media, entertainment and communications companies around the world
- 2004—CEA Europe and TransConnect Consulting combine companies to form goetzpartners, a top-tier corporate advisory firm with corporate finance and management consulting expertise
- 2007—CEA sold its interest in goetzpartners in December 2007