Athletics

Lippincott agreed to acquire Brooklyn brand innovation and creative technology studio Athletics, including its Sesame AI activation software. Around 25 staff will join on expected closing Nov 2. Price, stake and valuation undisclosed.

Date
2026-10-06
Sector
Branded content & agency
Acquirer / investor
Lippincott (Oliver Wyman)
Deal type
Acquisition
Stake %
Undisclosed
Deal value ($M)
Undisclosed
Implied valuation ($M)
Undisclosed
Value confidence
Undisclosed
Status
Announced; not closed
Term
Expected close Nov 2, 2026
Last verified
2026-10-20

Source: Lippincott

Deal value and implied valuation are separate measures. Blank financial terms are undisclosed; figures are not inferred. Read the methodology.